Manager Communications Public Affairs Job at LHH in Washington DC

Communications & Public Affairs Manager

LHH Recruitment Solutions is currently seeking a communications & public affairs manager with 4 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.
• Support the planning and execution of keycommunications initiatives by providing logistical assistance and helping to organize meetings, conferences, and events as directed by the SVP.
• 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:

• 4-6 years experience in communications, government relations, healthcare policy, or communications/PR agency work.

Employment Type: Contract to hire

Pay: $30.00-$40.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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