Manager, Investor Relations And Corporate Communications

ALX Oncology is a clinical-stage and patient-focused immuno-oncology company developing therapies that block the CD47 myeloid checkpoint pathway. Our lead candidate, evorpacept (ALX148), is a next generation CD47 blocking therapeutic that combines a high-affinity CD47 binding domain with an inactivated proprietary Fc domain. For more information about us, please visit www.alxoncology.com.

The Manager, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications is responsible for management and execution of Investor Relations and external Corporate Communications initiatives. The Manager, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications educates, informs, and engages company target audiences through communications to support the Company's mission and work.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development and implementation of external corporate communication strategies that are consistent with current business goals and objectives following strong collaboration with company stakeholders.
• Thoughtfully develop and edit business, product, and pipeline communications, including corporate, clinical data, regulatory, and financial announcements, disease awareness education, and thought leadership/awards as the company continues to grow.
• In support of short- and long-term milestones, maintain corporate presentation, Q&A documents, key messages, IR section of the website, distribution of news; and craft monthly social media calendars for X(Twitter) and LinkedIn, print material (as needed), and media submissions.
• Drive an active Investor Relations/Corporate Communications calendar including planning, logistics, and execution of investor conferences/medical congresses, programs, non-deal roadshows, meetings, and other communication events.
• Lead corporate rebranding efforts including update of external website.
• Prepare background information for key spokespeople in advance of meetings with investors, business development, media, etc.
• Monitor company-specific and industry-wide sell-side research including scientific content and track/provide updates on changes to peer performance.
• Help to create and maintain ongoing relationships with covering research analysts, shareholders, investors, media, advocacy groups, scientific/medical KOLs, conference organizations, photographers, videographers, etc.
• Maintain IR Customer Relationship Management (CRM) (IR Insight).
• Oversee media relations by coordinating interviews, briefing sheets, announcement, editorial placement, and other speaking opportunities.
• Evaluate current processes and make recommendations for communication materials, then work according to new guidelines or structure.
• Facilitate meetings, ensuring that all viewpoints, ideas, and problems are addressed.
• Train and guide internal team members in external communications to ensure consistent corporate narrative and brand identity.
• Manage third-party service vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, communications, journalism, marketing or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in communications experience in biotech, pharmaceuticals, or related field (corporate or agency side).
• Positive track record of delivering impactful communications for different platforms and audiences.
• Demonstrated product experience, including strategic and innovative brand communications programs, disease awareness initiatives, and pipeline efforts including data milestones and medical congress activities.
• Experience and confidence in providing strategic advice and counsel to senior leadership team, including executives and CEO, related to communications strategy and crisis and reputation management.
• Ability to interface with all levels of employees and management as well as outside agencies and ensure integration of cross-communications efforts.
• Self-starter with experience in a fast-paced, multitask-oriented environment and is flexible in thought and has the creativity to excel and contribute.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, allowing for an open and effective dialogue throughout the company.
• Superior project management and organization skills; able to juggle many different initiatives and competing priorities with tight deadlines.
• Strong command of firm content quality guidelines (e.g., SEC and FDA regulations when communicating).
• Management of confidential company information prior to internal or public release.
• Experience in an emerging, publicly traded company environment.
• Knowledge of financial markets and trends.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally with senior management.
• An active collaborator and contributor to the overall team for the most effective solutions, championing the best impact of their efforts, and assisting where help is needed.
• Capable of working independently/efficiently/proactively and is highly accountable for results and outcomes.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Social media expertise and experience with digital communications.
• Management of IR Customer Relationship Management (CRM) (IR Insight) and experience with publishing systems (e.g., PR Newswire, Globe Newswire).
• Proficiency with editing and presentation systems preferred (e.g., Microsoft, Adobe Creative Suite, video editing software, etc.).
• Hybrid work model acceptable (i.e., part-time in South San Francisco office with flexibility to work part-time from home). 

Salary: $130,000-$150,000 DOE

ALX Oncology is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants should be legally entitled to work for any employer in the US. Title and salary are commensurate with experience. Our compensation program includes competitive salary, equity participation and attractive bonus incentives.