Communications Manager

As a Communications Manager at Flagship Pioneering, your responsibilities will include crafting and implementing innovative communication strategies, managing social media content, and supporting media relations efforts. You'll work on executive thought leadership, event planning, and cross-collaboration with various teams to ensure our communication aligns with our mission of advancing biotechnology.

To qualify for the Communications Manager position at Flagship Pioneering, you should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of project management experience in a fast-paced corporate environment. Being detail-oriented, skilled in writing and communication, and possessing strong organizational abilities are essential. Familiarity with Microsoft Office and a collaborative spirit are also critical.

The Communications team at Flagship Pioneering supports our mission by shaping and promoting our public image. This includes developing strategic communication initiatives that showcase our innovations in healthcare and sustainability, managing brand reputation, and engaging stakeholders through effective storytelling and media relations.

The work environment at Flagship Pioneering for a Communications Manager is dynamic and collaborative. You’ll be part of a passionate team that values innovation and teamwork, with a hybrid model that requires you to be on-site three days a week at our Cambridge, MA office, fostering collaboration while enjoying flexibility.

As a Communications Manager at Flagship Pioneering, you will find ample opportunities for professional growth. You will engage in groundbreaking projects, learn from industry leaders, and expand your skills in communications, event management, and public relations, all while contributing to meaningful scientific advancements.

When discussing your experience with communication strategies, mention specific projects where you successfully implemented strategies that enhanced brand visibility. Highlight your creativity, how you engaged stakeholders, and the measurable outcomes achieved.

Explain your time management skills and how you prioritize tasks effectively. Provide examples of how you've met deadlines without compromising quality, perhaps through setting realistic timelines and utilizing collaboration tools.

Discuss various metrics you track, such as engagement rates, media coverage, and audience reach. Mention tools or software you've used to analyze data and how you’ve used those insights to improve future campaigns.

Share relevant experience in managing social media platforms for organizations including content creation, audience engagement strategies, and analytics to assess performance. Mention tools you used to streamline the process.

Talk about your openness to constructive feedback and how you use it as a learning opportunity. Provide an instance where you implemented changes based on feedback, resulting in improved communication outcomes.

Emphasize the importance of communication within a team setting. Share examples of successful collaborations, how you fostered teamwork, and how collective creativity strengthened the communications initiatives.

Narrate a specific event where you faced hurdles, such as budget constraints or logistical issues. Explain how you navigated these challenges creatively and the successful outcome.

Discuss skills such as strong writing, organizational abilities, creativity, and adaptability. Explain how these skills have helped you succeed in previous roles and benefit the organizations you've worked with.

Talk about your commitment to understanding a company's mission deeply and tailoring your communication strategies to resonate with it. Provide examples of maintaining coherence between messaging and organizational values.

Explain your proactive approach to stakeholder engagement, including how you identify key stakeholders, develop targeted communication strategies to meet their needs, and foster long-term relationships.