Director, Corporate Communications

Olema Oncology (NASDAQ: OLMA) is a biopharmaceutical company developing innovative targeted therapies for women’s cancers.  Our lead program, OP-1250, a potential best-in-class complete estrogen receptor antagonist (CERAN), is in development to treat estrogen receptor-positive (ER+), human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative (HER2-) breast cancer. Olema recently initiated a Phase 1/2 dose-escalation and expansion clinical trial of OP-1250. We are supported in our mission by experienced and accomplished scientists and board members, leading healthcare investors, and some of the most innovative pharma companies. For more information about the company please visit www.olema.com

Who We Are  >>>  Why You Should Work With Us

Onto something bigger, together. Olema is made up of people who are passionate beyond measure. Each and every day, we come together to do amazing things – for each other, for science, and for women with cancer. 

Strategically located in two large biotech hubs – San Francisco, CA and Cambridge, MA – we offer a flexible work environment and the best of both coasts. 

Our modern hybrid workplace model encourages employees to split their week between working from home and at our lab/office, while also providing several allowances to help with both home office and commute expenses. 

While at the lab/office, our teams build their camaraderie, opening the door for more authentic mentorship and career development opportunities. While at home, employees can make the most of their time – whether that’s picking up the kids from school, going on a mid-day run, or catching up on chores. Through this model, we strive to offer our employees the best of both work models.  

About the Role >>> Director of Corporate Communications

As the Director of Corporate Communications reporting to the Vice President of Communications and Investor Relations, you will lead both internal and external strategic communication initiatives to advance our business goals, serving as a proactive collaborative partner to our VP.

A strong writer experienced in media relations and communications, you will roll up your sleeves to manage projects with our outside agency partners (PR, branding, social) while also regularly contributing to our flow of content – including press releases, executive communications, and company culture articles for our intranet, The Lighthouse. Your ‘thought leadership’ in these areas, along with your strategic results-oriented approach will help to increase the visibility of Olema, its people, programs, and culture.

This position is available in either our San Francisco or Cambridge office, with a preference for Cambridge.  Up to 10% travel will be required.

Your work will primarily encompass:

Owning Corporate and Employee Communications

• Support development and execution of corporate communications plans and initiatives aligned with corporate goals to strengthen company awareness and reputation.
• Partner closely with the Executive Leadership, the People Team and other key stakeholders to ensure consistently aligned messages that reinforce Olema’s strategy, values, and priorities.
• Champion the development of strategic communication materials, both external and internal – corporate messages, Q&A, corporate presentations, press releases, website content,
• Own The Lighthouse, our company’s intranet; drive strategy, content, plans, design approach, and compliance.
• In partnership with our HR/People team, develop effective employee communications plans that strengthen employer branding, recruitment, employee engagement, and company culture.
• Lead curation and development of monthly internal newsletter to ensure the content is consistent with key messages and used in conjunction with other internal communication channels.
• Own and manage the calendar and preparing materials for all company meetings, including monthly All Hands Meetings.

Spearheading Media Relations

• Drive corporate media relations with a complementary digital and social media strategy that highlights the company’s promise of its programs, scientific innovation, people, and culture.
• Partner with external Media/PR agency to develop and execute on corporate media strategy and executive visibility.
• Respond to requests for information from external stakeholders including media and shareholders in a timely manner.

Partnering with Executive Leadership and Serving as a Thought Leader in Communications

• Help guide leadership initiatives that increase executive visibility, highlight Olema’s expertise and scientific achievement.
• Draft internal communications for executive leadership.
• Provide your expertise as a thought leader in communications across all areas of the organization. Raise awareness of issues core to our values (diversity, equity, and inclusion) and serve as a sounding board/resource for other departments.

Overseeing Company Branding and Development

• Serve as a corporate and employee brand ambassador and gatekeeper to ensure consistent and accurate representation of the company's mission, vision, values, culture, and strategy in all communications.
• Manage communication and branding external partners – agencies, contractors – helping to drive strategy, ensure completion, and evaluating alignment with goals.

Driving Social and Digital Communications

• Create and execute social media campaigns on multiple channels, closely monitoring ROI and providing post-activity reports.
• Manage content and updates for corporate website.
• Manage social media partners – agencies, contractors – helping to drive strategy, ensure completion, and evaluating alignment with goals

Ideal Candidate Profile  >>> Proactive Hands-On Leader with Strong Writing Skills

A love of challenging, important work. We are a pragmatic team, driven to imagine and develop meaningful therapies for improving lives. All employees within our company play a unique and crucial role in our success, both in accomplishing our mission and building a positive company culture. As such, we are looking for someone with the right combination of knowledge, experience, and attributes for this role.

Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s Degree in communications, public relations/marketing, journalism, business, or related discipline (required)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Expertise in multiple areas of communications, including media relations, corporate communications, internal communications, social/digital, and company branding

Experience:

• 10-12 years in a public relations and/or communications-related role (required)
• Biotech or pharmaceutical industry experience highly desirable
• Managing the full life cycle of multiple communications projects, from strategy and development to deployment and evaluation
• Demonstrated proficiency in writing, editing, social media management, media relations, and working with agencies
• Demonstrated ability to simplify complex information, distilling it into clear, concise messages that help to effectively communicate the company story
• Successfully running organic and paid content and campaigns via social media platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, etc.)
• Managing contracts, budget tracking, and purchase orders
• Anticipating needs, meeting tight deadlines, being proactive, and exercising independent decision-making
• Managing the communication of sensitive and confidential information

Attributes:

• Hands-on leader – own the project and roll-up your sleeves to get it done
• Creative thinker and problem solver
• Proactive self-starter – a fast learner who can operate autonomously
• Good team player who brings a positive ‘can do’ attitude
• Agile – able to pivot quickly in a fast-paced environment and make decisions on incomplete information
• Professional demeanor and judgement
• Strong attention to detail

Additional Information:   We require all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to approved medical or religious exemptions or disability accommodations.   We believe that great ideas and discoveries come from a mix of expertise, background, and experience. Olema is building a culture where the value of difference is celebrated. We provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment.    Olema offers competitive compensation and benefits. We seek to provide an open, flexible, and friendly work environment to empower people and to provide them with a platform to develop their long-term careers.   Please note: Olema does not accept agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Thank you.