Manager, Public Affairs

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .

• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

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  Work closely with the Director, Public Affairs to set and drive global PR strategy and storytelling for Abbott’s diabetes business.

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  In partnership with Public Affairs colleagues in countries outside the U.S., support the development and execution of external public relations strategies and approaches for key product launches/filings, key clinical and real-world data, product awareness programs/outreach and influencer programming.

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  Manage and execute global, integrated, insights-led campaigns that help maintain and enhance Abbott as the leader in diabetes care. 

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  Work with top-tier business, technology, lifestyle and consumer reporters (both proactively and reactively) to enhance and protect the company’s reputation as well as advance business objectives.

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  Develop strategy, plans and provide strategic counsel to business leaders and key stakeholders across the business.

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  Develop multimedia, content and social and digital strategies to complement key PR campaigns. Bring to the table an understanding of today's communications environment amongst earned, owned, social and paid media.

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  In partnership with marketing colleagues, review and approve strategy for influencer and social media programs outside the U.S.

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  Oversee development of messages, press materials and other communications tools.

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  Identify and anticipate issues and work with appropriate functions to counsel management on reputation/business impact and influence business decision-making process.

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  Keep a pulse on today's communications environment and apply those learnings to maximize opportunities for Abbott’s diabetes care business.

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  Partner with various stakeholders including regulatory affairs, operations, quality, R&D, HR, government affairs, investor relations, legal, finance and senior management.

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  Media train and coach business leaders and spokespeople on delivery of key messages.

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  Set metrics to measure effectiveness of public relations and communication efforts.

• A bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications, business, marketing or related field.

• 6+ years of experience in public relations, media relations and/or communications with a deep understanding of how to use external communications to enhance reputation.

• Experience working on thought leadership and corporate reputation/positioning programs.

• Experience working with and counseling senior management.

• Strong experience in developing compelling content, including key positioning, messaging, and communications materials.

• Consistent track record of excellent writing, communications and project management skills.

• Experience in consumer, healthcare, and/or technology communications.

• Experience working on PR programs, influencer/social media programs, and issues in countries outside the U.S. 

• Strong contacts and working relationships with a variety of media. Proven ability in placing media stories and managing relationships with technology, lifestyle, consumer and business media.

• Able to achieve results while dealing with ambiguity, discretion, and a rapid pace of change.

• Experience in working in a regulated environment.

• Experience in crisis communication and exhibits anticipatory thinking.

• Experience with international media and media landscapes.

• Strong judgement and executive presence.

• Proven experience in leading digital, social media and influencer projects to build brands.

• Understanding of how to work within a matrixed organization and get things done.

• Ability to communicate persuasively and influence others.

• Ability to form authentic and effective relationships both inside and outside the organization.