Reports to: EVP, External and Corporate Affairs
Location: Remote, East Coast
About Inventiva
Inventiva is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company headquartered in France, focused on the development of lanifibranor in a Phase 3 trial, NATIV3, in MASH. To learn more, please visit: https://inventivapharma.com/
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Director of Corporate Communications to lead the development and execution of an integrated communications strategy during a pivotal phase of growth. This role will support major clinical milestones—including a highly visible Phase 3 data readout—alongside corporate announcements and long-term reputation building.
This is a highly strategic leadership role for a seasoned biotech communications professional who thrives at the intersection of science, capital markets, and corporate reputation. The successful candidate will bring deep experience operating in publicly traded environments and navigating high-impact clinical data events under intense external scrutiny.
You will partner closely with Investor Relations, Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Legal, and executive leadership to ensure clear, consistent, and scientifically rigorous communications across audiences.
What This Role Is (and Is Not)
This is not a purely tactical PR role. It is a strategic execution leadership position with direct impact on valuation, credibility, and long-term trust. You will help prepare the organization for multiple market reaction scenarios, guide leadership through investor and media engagements, and build scalable communications infrastructure suitable for a late-stage biotech company.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical & Data Communications Leadership
- Lead the planning and execution of communications surrounding a Phase 3 clinical data readout
- Develop scenario-based communications frameworks to address a range of potential outcomes
- Draft and oversee core materials including press releases, messaging platforms, Q&A documents, and executive briefing tools
- Ensure seamless cross-functional alignment with Clinical, Regulatory, Investor Relations, Legal, and Medical Affairs teams
- Support communications for scientific congresses and data presentations
Prior leadership of a major clinical data event is required.
Media Relations & Reputation Management
- Build and manage relationships with key biotech, healthcare, and financial media
- Oversee external communications and PR agencies
- Prepare executives for interviews, media appearances, and high-stakes interactions
- Support crisis preparedness, issues management, and rapid-response communications
Must have experience operating in high-scrutiny, fast-moving environments.
Website & Digital Communications Management
- Own the strategy, governance, and ongoing development of the corporate website
- Ensure the website supports clinical data dissemination, investor transparency, and regulatory compliance
- Lead timely website updates tied to key milestones and disclosures
- Establish scalable digital content workflows and governance processes
- Partner closely with Investor Relations on financial disclosure alignment
- Oversee SEO, analytics, performance reporting, and external digital vendors
Digital & Social Media Strategy
- Develop and execute a social media strategy aligned with clinical and corporate milestones
- Manage LinkedIn and other relevant platforms
- Amplify scientific and corporate narratives thoughtfully and compliantly
- Monitor digital sentiment and reputational signals
- Establish and guide appropriate executive visibility strategies
Internal Communications
- Ensure employees are informed, aligned, and prepared ahead of major announcements
- Support leadership town halls, internal updates, and change communications
Cross-Functional Scientific Partnership
- Partner closely with Clinical Development and Medical Affairs teams
- Translate complex clinical data into clear, accessible, and accurate external messaging
- Ensure scientific integrity, compliance, and consistency across all communications
Data Privacy & Transparency
- Partner with the Data Protection Officer (DPO), Legal, and IT to support a comprehensive global data privacy program aligned with HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and other applicable regulations
- Assist in conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and privacy risk assessments across clinical trials and third‑party vendor relationships
- Implement systems and procedures to ensure compliance with global transparency and spend reporting requirements
Materials Review & Governance
- Partner cross‑functionally to establish procedures for the development, review, and approval of publications and promotional materials
- Lead the Medical, Legal, and Regulatory (MLR) review committee
Monitoring, Investigations & Culture
- Conduct and support monitoring and auditing activities to assess program effectiveness and identify compliance risks
- Lead and support internal compliance investigations through resolution and reporting to leadership
- Administer compliance reporting channels (e.g., helpline) and promote a strong speak‑up culture across the organization
- Proactively identify inefficiencies within compliance and privacy programs and implement enhancements
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive experience in biotech or pharmaceutical communications
- Demonstrated leadership through at least one major Phase 2 or Phase 3 clinical data event
- Experience supporting publicly traded biotech companies
- Proven ability to operate in volatile market environments (clinical data swings, capital raises, regulatory uncertainty)
- Strong agency leadership and vendor management experience
- Experience owning website governance and digital content management
- Excellent scientific literacy and executive-level writing skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in MASH/NASH, metabolic disease, fibrosis, or hepatology
- Late-stage biotech company experience
Core Competencies
- Strategic and decisive under pressure
- Calm and credible in volatile environments
- Strong scientific and clinical acumen
- Digitally fluent and data-informed
- Operationally disciplined
- Influential cross-functional partner and leader
Why Join Us
- Join the company at a transformational moment
- Work closely with experienced executive leadership during a critical growth phase
- Opportunity to shape scalable compliance and privacy programs for a potential commercial organization
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.
