Judith Cushman & Associates

On behalf of our client, BioPharmaceutical Company

Both Nasdaq and MTAX Traded (Italy)

Position Title:

Senior Director, Investor Relations

Starting Date:

Immediate

Salary Range:

Compensation is based on upon experience.

Job Description:

The Senior Director, Investor Relations is a newly redefined position reflecting the majority ownership of shares in Italy and the need to meet disclosure requirements and communicate with shareholders in the US, primarily Italy and Europe. The Senior Director reports to the EVP, Corporate Communications and has direct access to the leadership team including the President and CEO. Investor Relations messaging is fully integrated into the communications strategy for the company.

The Senior Director will be a thoughtful contributor and advisor to the leadership of the organization and will be fully versed in meeting disclosure requirements. S/he will be the IR expert about the complexities of financial reporting in the US in collaboration with finance and legal counsel representatives.

S/he will function in a collaborative and collegial manner with Finance, Clinical/Regulatory, Legal and the office of the President. The Senior Director will lead the development of strategy, operating plans, budgets and the tactical execution of the Investor Relations Program. S/he will be the individual who manages the company reputation with shareholders, and is the primary point of contact in the US for institutional and retail investors and analysts. The Senior Director will be a resource and available to assist the IR representative and the retained outside counsel in Europe responsible for those contacts.

Academic Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be an expert in IR practices with Life Science experience helpful but optional. S/he will have an undergraduate degree preferably in business or English with an advanced degree in finance preferred. S/he will have a minimum of 15 years of work experience with a minimum of 8 in Investor Relations. S/he will be an excellent thinker, strategist and writer.

Experience Requirements:

The finalist should have the attitude and knowledge of an astute business executive, and should identify with company objectives first and develop IR plans in support of organizational/business goals. Since resources are limited, the Senior Director will be expected to implement programs and produce excellent work. S/he will demonstrate those strengths through a career path that indicates a steady increase in responsibility. S/he will also provide samples demonstrating programmatic thinking as well as examples of quality financial documents.

Prior experience shaping an IR function and demonstrating an ability to work both at the strategic and tactical levels would be very desirable. Managing a small team and outside resources would be an advantage.

Application Process/Deadlines:

For potential candidates, an in-depth seven-page job description is available. Contact Judith Cushman, Judith Cushman & Associates, Retained Search, Bellevue, WA 98008; 425.392.8660; jcushman@jc-a.com.

Contact Person:

Judith Cushman

Mailing Address:

P. O. Box 91, Issaquah, WA 98027

Date Listing Ends:

May 31, 2008