Location: Deerfield, IL
Date Posted: 05/31/2026
## Vantive is a vital organ therapy company
Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients — that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.
We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.
The Director of Corporate Communications is a newly created, high‑impact role that will help shape Vantive’s global communications strategy and team during a period of significant transformation. As a senior leader within the Communications function, this individual will serve as a strategic counselor and hands‑on operator responsible for elevating the visibility, credibility, and consistency of Vantive’s messaging across business lines, geographies, and stakeholder groups.
This role is ideal for a dynamic communications leader with a blend of fast‑paced agency experience and in‑house work within healthcare or life sciences. The right candidate brings proven strength in media relations, issues and crisis management, corporate financial communications, and compelling narrative development — supported by an ability to partner deeply with commercial, medical, and corporate teams.
You will help position Vantive as a global leader in vital organ therapy by driving clear, timely, and influential communications that protect and advance the company’s reputation.
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## What You’ll Be Doing
### Global Business Line & Commercial Communications (Chronic, Acute & Digital)
– **Lead external and internal communications** for Vantive’s core business lines, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and therapy‑area priorities.
– **Partner closely with global commercial leaders** to craft narratives that differentiate Vantive commercially and clinically across diverse markets.
– **Build integrated communications plans** that support product launches, lifecycle milestones, digital initiatives, and partnerships.
### Crisis & Issues Management
– **Lead global issues and crisis communications** programs.
– **Develop scenario plans and messaging frameworks**; advise senior leadership during emerging issues.
– **Strengthen enterprise readiness** in collaboration with Legal, Quality, Regulatory, and Corporate Affairs teams.
### Corporate Financial Communications
– **Lead development of Vantive’s corporate financial narrative** as a newly independent company.
– **Support communication of financial results**, business performance updates, and enterprise milestones.
– **Partner with Finance and Legal** to develop strategic messaging, Q&A, press statements, and disclosures.
### Therapy Awareness & Patient Storytelling
– **Build and scale a therapy awareness platform** and media engagement strategy.
– **Collaborate on ethical, human‑centered patient storytelling** that reinforces Vantive’s purpose and impact.
– **Ensure alignment with legal and regulatory requirements**.
### Americas Communications
– **Lead integrated communications for the Americas** region.
– **Strengthen Vantive’s reputation** with customers, health systems, policymakers, and media across the U.S., Canada, and LATAM.
– **Serve as a spokesperson** when appropriate.
### Cross‑Functional & Enterprise Leadership
– **Act as a strategic advisor** to senior leaders on communications strategy and media positioning.
– **Contribute to a best‑in‑class global communications team** in partnership with the VP of Communications.
– **Support enterprise‑wide transformation initiatives** and position Vantive as a thought leader.
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## What You’ll Bring
### Experience & Expertise
– **10+ years of corporate communications experience**, preferably in healthcare, life sciences, or medical technology.
– **Strong blend of agency and in‑house experience**.
– **Proven success in corporate financial communications** including earnings cycles and disclosure norms.
– **Demonstrated excellence in media relations and crisis management**.
– **Experience supporting commercial communications globally**.
### Skills & Capabilities
– **Exceptional writer and storyteller** able to translate complex science and financials into compelling narratives.
– **Strong counselor to senior leaders** during high‑stakes situations.
– **Deep understanding of digital platforms** and emerging communication tools.
– **Strong financial acumen** connecting performance with messaging.
– **Comfort in fast‑paced, transformation‑heavy environments**.
– **Ability to collaborate across geographies** and matrixed teams.
– **Experience leveraging AI tools** is a plus.
### Education
Bachelor’s degree required.
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## Compensation
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Vantive, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees. The estimated base salary for this position is **$180,000–$250,000 annually**. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, skills, and market conditions.
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## US Benefits at Vantive
Vantive offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages, including:
– **Medical, dental, and vision coverage** starting day one
– **Life, accident, and disability insurance**
– **Aon Pooled Employer Plan (401k)** with investment options and financial education
– **Flexible Spending Accounts**
– **Educational assistance programs**
– **Paid holidays and PTO** (20–35 days based on tenure)
– **Family and medical leave**
– **Paid parental leave**
– **Commuting benefits**
– **Employee Discount Program**
– **Employee Assistance Program**
– **Childcare benefits**
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## Equal Employment Opportunity
Vantive is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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## Reasonable Accommodation
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process due to a disability or medical condition, please submit a request through the provided form.
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## Recruitment Fraud Notice
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