Senior Director, Digital Marketing

Company: 

At Annexon Biosciences we are a biopharmaceutical company advancing a late-stage clinical platform of novel therapies for people living with devastating classical complement-mediated neuroinflammatory diseases of the body, brain, and eye. Our novel scientific approach targets upstream C1q to block the classical complement inflammatory cascade before it starts, and its therapeutic candidates are designed to provide meaningful benefits across multiple autoimmune, neurodegenerative and ophthalmic diseases. With proof-of concept data in Guillain-Barré syndrome, Huntington’s disease and geographic atrophy, we are rigorously advancing our mid-to late-stage clinical trials to bring new potential treatments to patients as quickly as possible. At Annexon, you’ll be part of a team committed to making an impact together.   

For more information on Annexon and our pipeline, check out our site Annexon Biosciences & Annexon Pipeline. We trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol ANNX and are headquartered in Brisbane, CA. 

We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. We are building a diverse and inclusive workforce – come and be a part of our growth. 

At Annexon, we are building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and innovative company and we are looking for the BEST candidate for the job. That candidate may come from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in a different way. We would strongly encourage you to apply – especially if the reason you are the best candidate is not exactly as we describe it here. Learn more about Annexon’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion our values and culture! 

Position: 

The Senior Director, Digital Marketing will lead the development and execution of Annexon Biosciences' digital marketing strategy, playing a pivotal role in enhancing the company's online presence, driving digital engagement, and supporting the successful commercialization of our products.  This position will initially function as an individual contributor, providing a foundation for future team leadership responsibilities.  

Responsibilities include: 

• Create and implement a comprehensive digital marketing strategy aligned with the Annexon’s overall marketing and business goals. 
• Oversee the company’s digital channels, ensuring a strong and engaging online presence across websites, social media, and email platforms.  
• Lead the planning, execution, and optimization of digital marketing campaigns, including content marketing, SEM, social media, and email marketing, ensuring alignment with broader marketing goals.  
• Utilize digital analytics tools to monitor performance, track key metrics, and provide actionable insights to refine strategies and maximize ROI.  
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to create compelling content that resonates with target audiences and reinforces the Annexon brand.  
• Implement best practices in SEO and SEM to enhance the company’s visibility in search engines and drive qualified traffic to digital properties.  
• Work closely with Medical Affairs and Clinical Operations to support digital initiatives for clinical trial recruitment and medical communication, ensuring alignment with overall marketing efforts.  
• Manage the digital marketing budget, ensuring the effective allocation of resources to achieve strategic objectives.  
• Stay up-to-date with the latest digital marketing trends, tools, and technologies, and incorporate innovative practices into Annexon’s digital marketing strategies.  
• Build, manage, and mentor a team of digital marketing professionals, fostering a professional, collaborative and innovative work environment. 

Education, Experience, and Skills: 

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Communications, or a related field. 
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in digital marketing, with a strong background in the biotech, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industries, including team management experience.
• Proven track record in developing and executing successful digital marketing strategies.  
• Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, social media marketing, content marketing, and digital analytics.  
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.  
• Strong analytical abilities with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.  
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments. 

Preferred:  

• An advanced degree is a plus. 
• Experience supporting Medical Affairs and clinical trial recruitment through digital channels is a plus. 

Salary Range: $225,000 to $275,000 

Benefits: 

• A stimulating and rewarding workplace includes flexible work schedules, remote opportunities and the ability to achieve a work-life balance.
• We are located in Brisbane, CA, with shuttle service from BART, CalTrain and the Ferry.
• Annexon offers a competitive base salary and equity participation, employee stock purchase plan, as well as a comprehensive health benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending plans, as well as other benefits. 

Annexon Biosciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.  We are committed to fostering an environment where ALL people are welcome and supported. We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. Creativity and innovation flourish in an environment of openness, inclusion, and mutual respect. 

Staffing Agencies: Annexon Biosciences does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm that doesn’t have a signed agreement with Annexon Biosciences. Please do not send agency CVs/resumes through Annexon’s website or Annexon Employees.  Inquiries must be sent to talentacquisition@annexonbio.com with the Subject: Staffing Agency Request.