Executive Director, Corporate Communications

If you are a current Jazz employee please apply via the Internal Career site Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life‑changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments.

Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit  for more information.

The Executive Director, Corporate Communications is a senior leadership role responsible for architecting and driving the company’s global corporate communications strategy. Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, this individual will be a key member of the communications leadership team and serve as a trusted strategic counsel to the C-suite and other senior executives. This role requires a visionary leader who will translate enterprise‑level priorities into powerful, consistent narratives that safeguard and enhance the company’s reputation across all key stakeholders, including employees, patients, and the broader biopharma ecosystem.

This is a high‑visibility, high‑impact role for a seasoned communications leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, science‑driven environment and has a distinguished track record of building and leading high‑performing teams.

• In partnership with the Chief Communications Officer, design and drive an integrated corporate communications strategy that directly supports long‑term business objectives and enterprise goals.
• Serve as a primary strategic communications advisor and counsel to the C-suite and senior executives, providing expert guidance on complex messaging, issues management, and reputational opportunities and risks.
• Lead the strategy, planning, and execution of all executive visibility and thought leadership programs, including town halls, leadership meetings, and external‑facing engagements.

• Employee Communications Architect and lead a comprehensive internal and employee communications strategy that fosters a culture of engagement, transparency, and alignment with the company’s mission and vision.
• Build, scale, and optimize the employee communications function, implementing innovative channels and establishing a clear cadence of communication that measurably builds employee trust and confidence.
• Direct enterprise‑wide change management communications for critical initiatives (e.g., M&A, restructuring, digital transformation), ensuring employee adoption and sustaining morale through periods of ambiguity and transition.

• Own the evolution and stewardship of the company’s corporate brand, narrative, and voice to ensure a consistent and compelling identity across all global touchpoints.
• Serve as the central hub for messaging consistency, aligning with Investor Relations, Legal, Human Resources, and Corporate Development for all corporate news, financial communications, and public disclosures.
• Drive the corporate‑level employer brand strategy in partnership with Talent Acquisition and HR to position the company as a premier destination for talent in the biopharma industry.
• Translate highly complex scientific and R&D milestones into clear, impactful narratives for diverse stakeholder audiences.

• Proven track record of securing coverage in top‑tier and trade media outlets, with established relationships with…