Quest Diagnostics

Senior Manager of Executive Communications

Quest Diagnostics$140K — $170K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in corporate communications strategy, including support for senior executives
  • Experience in healthcare, biotechnology, or regulated industries preferred
  • Exceptional storytelling across various media including written, visual, and verbal
  • Proven ability to navigate strategic communication ideation and execution
  • Collaborative approach with experience advising senior leaders on messaging

Responsibilities

  • Partner with Sr. Director to showcase company narrative through engagements and thought leadership
  • Develop and execute communications materials aligned with company strategy
  • Collaborate with executives and communications teams to create tailored messages for diverse audiences
  • Serve as adviser to senior executives on communications strategies and best practices
  • Lead cohesive communications campaigns for strategic announcements and activities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting Day 1 for full-time employees
  • Best-in-class well-being programs
  • Annual health assessment program at no cost
  • Flexible vacation and health/flex time
  • Generous holiday schedule including a personal 'MyDay' off
  • 401(k) plan with company match after 12 months
  • Education assistance program
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Employee stock purchase plan and incentive programs
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION

As a key member of the Communications department, theSenior Manager, Executive Communicationswill be both strategist and storyteller. The role will work alongside senior executives and the communications leadership team to develop and execute approaches that support the companys corporate narrative and use leader voices to articulate the company story and strategy across internal and external channels and venues. This position will be a student of the business and the craft, collaborating with agility and creativity across the company and the communications community of practice to deliver impactful messages and innovative ideas to continuously enhance our work as the caretakers of the company voice.

This is a hybrid position based in our Secaucus, NJ location (3 days per week in-office).


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Partner closely with Sr. Director, Executive Communications in curating opportunities to showcase and advance company narrative including identifying speaking engagements, social media, thought leadership, and other opportunities.
  • Develop and execute communications materials that reinforce company narrative, strategy, and growth initiatives.
  • Work with senior executives, business teams, and communications teams to develop compelling messages and materials customized for specific internal and external audiences, including customers, investors, and employees.
  • Serve as a trusted adviser and partner to senior executives, business stakeholders, and communications peers, sharing communications counsel, best practices, and new ideas for storytelling opportunities and communications tactics.
  • Lead communications campaigns that align efforts across internal, regional, and external communications for strategic announcements and activities.
  • Collaborate with External Communications, Internal Communications, Social Media and Marketing teams on cohesive channel strategy and campaigns, maintaining a common calendar of activities to maximize timeliness, visibility, and utility of messages.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Required WorkExperience:

  • 7+ years of experience in corporate communications strategy and execution, including a few years of experience supporting senior executives.
  • Experience in healthcare, biotechnology, or regulated industries preferred

Skills:

  • Exceptional storytelling across written, visual, and verbal media, with ability to hone persuasive, engaging messages for internal and external audiences across presentations, speeches, thought leadership, social media, and other formats.
  • Demonstrated ability to move fluidly through both strategic communication ideation and thoughtful, structured execution aligned to specific executive needs and voices.
  • Highly effective student of the business with track record of building strategy and business acumen and mining stories aligned to specific strategic objectives.
  • Deeply collaborative across levels and reporting lines, and experienced in guiding senior leaders on messaging, tone, and voice.
  • Proactive, creative, and self-directing in style, with ability to manage multiple priorities of varying scope and complexity and comfort with both working independently and with manager/part of a larger cross-functional team.

Work Environment:

  • In Office/Hybrid

Travel Required:

  • Domestic travel as needed up to 25%.

Required Education:

  • Bachelors degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.

Pay Range: ~$140,000 -- $170,000 / year

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

  • Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
  • Best-in-class well-being programs
  • Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
  • healthyMINDS mental health program
  • Vacation and Health/Flex Time
  • 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
  • FinFit financial coaching and services
  • 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Annual incentive plans
  • Matching gifts program
  • Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • and so much more!

About Quest Diagnostics

Celera is a healthcare business that uses knowledge of human variability to provide new tests and services to personalize disease management. Their Products business develops and manufactures molecular diagnostic products that are used by hospitals and other clinical laboratories to detect, characterize, monitor and select treatment for disease. They have a distribution agreement with Abbott, through which they develop and commercialize a wide range of molecular diagnostic products, with Abbott serving as the distribution partner.

Quest Diagnostics Careers

Joining Quest Diagnostics means becoming part of a team committed to everyday excellence and innovation in health. As a leading provider of diagnostic insights, Quest Diagnostics offers unparalleled job opportunities in the medical and scientific sectors, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking growth and development in their careers.

Work You’ll Do

At Quest Diagnostics, you will contribute to a culture that values integrity and accountability, where your work significantly impacts patient health and community well-being. Our diverse team of professionals leverages cutting-edge technology and data to lead advancements in diagnostics and healthcare solutions.

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Whether you're looking for a position in the lab, a leadership role, or a support function, Quest Diagnostics provides a breadth of opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth includes robust training programs and opportunities for advancement, ensuring that every employee can thrive professionally.

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Join a team where innovation is at the heart of what we do. At Quest Diagnostics, your skills in science, technology, and beyond can help drive transformation in healthcare services. Our collaborative environment encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to improve patient outcomes and streamline processes.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Start your career path with Quest Diagnostics through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We are committed to hiring talented individuals who are passionate about building a rewarding career in healthcare. Our internships provide a solid foundation in industry-specific skills and networking opportunities, setting the stage for a successful career.

Benefits and Culture

Quest Diagnostics is dedicated to fostering a workplace where diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. From competitive benefits and wellness programs to diversity training and flexible work arrangements, we ensure our employees have what they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

Leadership and Development

We believe in nurturing leadership skills at every level of the organization. Quest Diagnostics offers various leadership programs designed to help you grow as an influential professional. With continuous learning and development, you can expand your expertise and take on new challenges.

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Learn more about Quest Diagnostics
Size
40,000 employees
Market Cap
$17.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
1959
5 Year Trend
+7.5%
Revenue
$9.4 billion
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