Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Enterprise Communications to lead our global communications strategy in a dynamic and evolving life sciences, applied markets, and diagnostics company. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President of Transformation, this senior leader will head a global team of approx. 18 employees dispersed across various regions, driving communication efforts that support growth, transformation, and engagement across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in fostering a growth mindset and driving communication strategies through complex enterprise-wide transformations.

As a key member of the executive leadership team, the VP of Enterprise Communications will oversee a broad scope that includes corporate, financial/M&A, business, and employee communications, media relations/PR, community relations, and annual ESG initiatives. This leader will play a crucial role in aligning teams across a matrixed global organization, ensuring our communication efforts resonate with employees, customers, investors, and industry partners.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Communications Leadership 

Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy that aligns with the company’s mission, values, and growth goals.

Drive a consistent brand message that enhances our reputation and market positioning within the life sciences and diagnostics industries.

Lead communications planning and execution for enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment and engagement across global teams.

Corporate, Financial, and M&A Communications 

 Manage all corporate and financial communications, including messaging around mergers and acquisitions, to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with corporate objectives.

 Collaborate with executive leaders and the finance team to communicate business updates, quarterly results, and growth plans effectively to internal and external stakeholders.

Enterprise Transformation 

 Act as a key architect in the company’s transformation narrative, clearly articulating strategic goals and changes across the organization.

 Develop targeted communication plans that drive understanding and adoption of transformation objectives, ensuring clear, consistent messaging throughout the organization.

 Work cross-functionally with senior leaders to anticipate change impacts and tailor communications to meet the needs of diverse audiences.

Employee and Business Communications 

  Lead internal communications to ensure clear, consistent messaging across all levels of the organization.

  Build a best-in-class internal communications strategy that fosters a growth mindset and supports employee engagement, DEI, and talent development.

Media Relations and Community Engagement 

 Develop and maintain relationships with industry media, serve as a primary spokesperson, and manage PR efforts to enhance our public image.

 Oversee community relations and manage partnerships with the Agilent Foundation, ensuring alignment with our corporate social responsibility goals.

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting 

Lead annual ESG communications, collaborating with relevant departments to accurately report on our sustainability, social responsibility, and governance initiatives.

Ensure that ESG reports and related messaging effectively communicate our commitment to responsible and ethical practices to stakeholders.

Crisis and Change Communication 

Oversee crisis communication planning and response, ensuring readiness to address potential issues swiftly and effectively.

 Lead change communications for complex projects, including M&A activity, technology implementations, and organizational restructuring, ensuring employees and stakeholders are well-informed and supported.

Personal Attributes

Strategic and Growth-Oriented – Consistently seeks new opportunities to enhance messaging and reach.

Adaptable and Resilient – Thrives in dynamic environments and is comfortable with ambiguity and change.

Collaborative Influencer – Skilled at building relationships and aligning cross-functional teams around common goals.

Results-Driven Leader – Sets and achieves ambitious targets for communication impact and engagement.

Leadership Expectations

Create Clarity Synthesize the complex for others.

Generate Energy Inspire optimism and growth across the company.

Deliver Success Be limitless and globally minded to make things happen.

Demonstrate Presence Exhibit self-awareness and a leadership presence.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred.

10+ years of experience in corporate communications, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within life sciences, applied markets, or diagnostics sectors.

Proven experience in leading communications during large-scale global organizational transformation, ideally within complex, highly matrixed organizations.

Demonstrated expertise in building and executing global communication strategies that foster a growth mindset and adaptability in changing environments.        

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into compelling messages for diverse audiences.

Strong leadership and team management skills, with a collaborative approach and ability to influence across functions and levels.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least December 26, 2024 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $256,000.00 - $400,000.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to diversity in the workplace and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email job_posting@agilent.com or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel Required: 25% of the Time

Shift: Day

Duration: No End Date

Job Function: Communications