Kedrion Biopharma Inc. is an international company that collects and fractionates blood plasma to produce and distribute plasma‑derived therapeutic products for us in treating and preventing serious diseases, disorders and conditions such as Hemophilia, Primary Immune System Deficiencies and Rh‑Sensitization.
Shape the voice and influence of a global biopharma leader across the Americas.
The Communication & Public Affairs Director for North America & LATAM leads the development and execution of an integrated communications and public affairs strategy across the United States, Canada (including Laval), Latin America, and the legacy Prometic business. This senior strategic role strengthens Kedrion Biopharma’s reputation, supports advocacy priorities, and drives external engagement across a complex regional landscape in partnership with global and cross‑functional teams.
What You’ll Do
- Define and lead the Americas communications strategy aligned with the global corporate narrative and regional business goals
- Oversee external communications across the US, Canada (Laval), Latin America, and legacy Prometic activities
- Elevate Kedrion’s profile through proactive storytelling and thought leadership
- Lead and coordinate public affairs initiatives across the Americas, with emphasis on the US
- Support and contribute to initiatives led by PPTA, Kedrion’s key US industry trade association
- Engage with policymakers, institutional stakeholders, and industry partners
- Oversee media relations, including issues and crisis communications
- Lead development of press releases, position pieces, op‑eds, and executive communications
- Coordinate external events and industry forum participation
- Serve as a senior communications partner to Commercial, Medical, Regulatory, Market Access, and Advocacy teams
- Support product launches and sensitive business initiatives
- Advise senior leadership on reputational risks
- Ensure adherence to regulatory and corporate communication standards
- Manage agencies and external partners
- Provide people leadership where applicable
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
- 12–15+ years in senior communications roles within multinational organizations
- Experience managing regional or multi‑country communications
- Strong US public affairs and advocacy experience
- Familiarity with industry associations; PPTA experience a strong plus
- Knowledge of the US pharmaceutical or biopharma landscape
- Plasma‑derived therapies experience preferred
- Experience supporting legacy brands or acquisitions a plus
- Fluent English; Spanish and/or French a plus
Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Kedrion Biopharma Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment terms, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff and recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Please note that salary ranges are calculated based off levels of: relevant experience, education, and certifications.
Kedrion Biopharma Inc. offers numerous benefits to our qualifying employees, including:
- Medical, vision and dental insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
- PTO accrual
- and much more!
Please let us know if you would like further details regarding the benefits that we offer to our qualifying employees, and we would be glad to provide you with our full benefits guide, as well as answering any questions you may have!
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