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Principal Manager, Internal Communications Research

Tailored Management

South San Francisco, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$69.92–$99.98 Per Hour
SKILLS
Best Practices, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Business Transformation, Change Management, Communication Skills, Conferences, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, DNA, Leadership, Matrix Management, Organizational Development/Management, Project/Program Management, Scalable System Development, Scientific Research, Strategic Planning
LOCATION
South San Francisco, CA
POSTED
3 days ago
Principal Manager, Internal Communications – Research
Location: 1 DNA Way South San Francisco CA USA 94080
Duration: 12-Month Contract (Potential for Extension or Conversion)
Pay Rate: $69.92-$99.98/hr
Benefits: Weekly pay, Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Work Model: Hybrid
 
Summary:
This role is suited for a senior communications professional who can build internal communications programs from the ground up. You'll partner with Research leadership to develop scalable communication strategies, governance, tools, and frameworks while leading employee communications, executive messaging, and high-profile internal events. The ideal candidate has experience managing organizational change, building strong stakeholder relationships, and balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution.
 
Job Duties:
  • Design and establish foundational internal communications infrastructure for Research departments, including communication frameworks, planning processes, governance, templates, and best practices that enable leaders and teams to communicate more effectively.
  • Partner with senior leaders to develop communication strategies that bring clarity to complex business priorities and strengthen employee understanding and engagement.
  • Create repeatable communications approaches that improve consistency across the Research organization while allowing flexibility for departmental needs.
  • Lead executive communications, including leadership messaging, narratives, town halls, and communications for high-impact organizational moments.
  • Step in to lead and deliver strategic employee-focused programs and experiences, including Research-wide meetings, leadership forums, engagement initiatives, and other high-visibility events.
  • Design communication plans that support organizational priorities, scientific milestones, and employee engagement initiatives from strategy through execution.
  • Gather and interpret employee feedback and engagement insights, translating them into actionable recommendations for leaders.
  • Collaborate across gRED, Genentech, and Roche to ensure communications are aligned with broader enterprise priorities.
  • Support communications related to organizational evolution and change initiatives, helping leaders communicate with transparency, empathy, and confidence.
  • Introduce modern communications practices and continuously improve effectiveness through measurement, feedback, and data-driven insights. 
Required Qualifications
  • BA/BS required.
  • 10+ years of experience in internal communications within complex, matrixed organizations.
  • Significant experience supporting Research, scientific, or technical organizations within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or related industries.
  • Demonstrated expertise in strategic communications, executive communications, and employee engagement.
  • Experience designing communications frameworks, operating models, or foundational communications capabilities that enable organizations to communicate more effectively.
  • Proven ability to quickly establish credibility and influence senior leaders.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously.
  • Comfortable operating at both strategic and execution levels in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting organizational change, transformation, or business evolution through effective communications.
  • Advanced degree or background in life sciences or a related field.
  • Experience across both internal and external communications.
  • Consulting or advisory experience supporting senior executives.
  • Experience designing large-scale employee engagement programs, leadership events, or internal conferences.
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About the Company

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Tailored Management

CONNECTING TOP TALENT WITH TOP-TIER OPPORTUNITIES

Tailored Management is a global staffing firm that specializes in partnering with large organizations that run their contingent labor program in a VMS/MSP environment. We have the unique capacity to support programs across all scopes and geographic locations from a single headquarters, successfully elevating program performance across the board and minimizing costs, miscommunication and delivery times. But what do we really do? We bring together the best talent with the greatest opportunities.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1968
WEBSITE
https://www.tailoredmanagement.com/