Vice President, Corporate Affairs

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve. At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do. Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference. The Vice President, Corporate Affairs is a key leadership role within the office of the Chief Business Officer. Reporting directly to the CBO, he / she will be responsible for strategically shaping, building, integrating and executing Parexel’s Internal Communications, environmental / social / governance (ESG) and business continuity long-term plans, campaigns and key initiatives. He / she will also be responsible for building, managing and retaining a top-talent team that collaborates effectively and serves as a proactive, expert resource to business functions across the company. The VP, Corporate Affairs will also serve on the CBO’s leadership team and will play a critical role in building team culture, supporting the efforts of other CBO leaders (Marketing & External Comms, Value & Strategy, APAC Strategy, Office of the CEO) and acting as a trusted senior advisor to executive leaders across the company. Skills: Excellent Communications / Corporate Affairs knowledge and expertise with proven results Strategic mindset and ability to develop high-performing strategic frameworks and plans with demonstrable ROI Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills A flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning Ability to deliver proactive, collaborative execution across multiple functions and organizations Ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and prioritize workload with attention to detail Ability to manage large teams, developing and retaining key talent Ability to interact effectively with executive leadership, board members and senior industry colleagues Willingness to work collaboratively in a matrix environment and to value the importance of teamwork Knowledge and Experience: The ideal candidate for this role will bring the following knowledge and proven experience: Senior-level experience responsible for all aspects of a global company’s corporate affairs, internal communications and engagement strategy, programs and tactical execution Experience counseling and collaboratively interacting with executive teams and boards of directors, providing communications insights, recommendations and updates Proven experience and effectiveness in leading large teams, building and reinforcing team culture and attracting, developing and retaining top talent Strong ability to collaborate and build relationships across key business functions, driving greater program effectiveness and success Education: The ideal candidate for this role will have one / multiple of the following educational qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, HR or related field Master’s degree in marketing, communications, HR or related field Professional society membership / connection in marketing, public relations or related field Why join us: Opportunity to work on innovative projects at the forefront of the industry. Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values your expertise. Professional advancement and development opportunities. Work life balance and flexible working hours. Parexel US Benefits: Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts Work/Life Balance 401(k) with Company match Pet Insurance Full list of benefits available here: https://www.parexel.com/us-benefits About Parexel International: At Parexel we embrace flexibility and understand that in today’s fast-paced world, employees need to balance their careers with their personal lives. Come join us where learning is constant, you’re exposed to a world of experiences and open doors. Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy, and we're committed to making a difference. If this job does not sound like the next step in your career, but perhaps you know of someone who’d be a perfect fit, please share the job posting link to apply! EEO Disclaimer Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts and in Durham, North Carolina, Parexel has over 16,000 employees, with offices that support clients in over 100 countries around the world. We provide the most comprehensive drug development capabilities of any CRO worldwide. Our global regulatory expertise, Phase I-IV clinical research services, and advanced commercialization services all work together to move you through the development journey more smoothly and cost-effectively from beginning to end.