Communications & Public Affairs Manager
LHH Recruitment Solutions is currently seeking a communications & public affairs manager with 6 or more years of experience for a contract to hire role for our pharmaceutical client. This is hybrid in Washington DC; 3 days onsite 2 days work from home. This is a great role that offers the opportunity to work with a results-oriented and dedicated team.
Responsibilities:
- Manages the communications and public affairs work to support various projects related to company's policy, legislative, and regulatory agenda.
- Leads the drafting and development of diverse editorial content, including byline articles, op-eds, presentations, publications, blog posts, educational materials, newsletter articles, website copy, letters to the editor, advertising content, social media posts, and other communications as assigned.
- Provides support in drafting press releases, official statements, social media content, responses to media inquiries, and other communications materials as needed.
- Manages external vendors involved in related projects, including public affairs firms, researchers, printers, designers, and other partners as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Political Science, Health and Science, or related fields
- Demonstrated experience navigating policy and regulatory landscapes, with a strong understanding of the consumer healthcare sector, including its key challenges and emerging opportunities.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to craft a wide range of content tailored to diverse audiences, from highly technical experts to those with basic literacy levels.
- Ability to multitask, work well under pressure, balance competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a dynamic working environment.
Experience:
- 6 years experience in communications, government relations, healthcare policy, or communications/PR agency work.
Employment Type: Contract to hire
Pay: $48.00-$50.00 per hour