Senior Manager, Public Affairs (Public Relations)

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Working at Abbott

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.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeUeducation 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.

The Opportunity 

This position works out of our Alameda, CA location in the PA Public Affairs division.

We are currently seeking a Senior Manager, Public Affairs (Public Relations) to drive PR programs, integrated marketing campaigns (including influencer programs), and innovation storytelling for Abbott’s Lingo business.

The ideal candidate is well-versed in working with senior leadership and is a strong storyteller in consumer, tech, and health, and has a proven track record of obtaining top-tier media placements. They are adept at managing multiple high-profile projects across a matrixed organization, work collaboratively with various key stakeholders, and have experience managing issues and crises. They should demonstrate an understanding of social and digital channels and experience developing and executing campaigns across owned, shared and paid platforms.

They will be self-motivated and nimble, thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment, and have experience in supporting and executing successful US-focused PR and communications programs.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with the Director, Public Affairs to set and drive PR strategy and storytelling for Abbott’s Lingo business and future product innovations.
• Develop and execute 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.
• Develop compelling thought leadership and consumer-focused storylines for Abbott’s future pipeline of innovation within its Lingo business.
• Manage and execute integrated, insights-led campaigns that help maintain and enhance Abbott as the leader in consumer biowearables. 
• 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.
• Develop strategy, plans and provide strategic counsel to business leaders and key stakeholders across the business.
• 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.
• In partnership with marketing colleagues, review and approve strategy for influencer and social media programs in the U.S.
• Oversee development of messages, press materials and other communications tools.
• Identify and anticipate issues and work with appropriate functions to counsel management on reputation/business impact and influence business decision-making process.
• Keep a pulse on today's communications environment and apply those learnings to maximize opportunities for Abbott’s Lingo business.
• Partner with various stakeholders including regulatory affairs, operations, quality, R&D, HR, government affairs, investor relations, legal, finance and senior management.
• Media train and coach business leaders and spokespeople on delivery of key messages.
• Set metrics to measure effectiveness of public relations and communication efforts.
• Finance/Administrative:
  • Assist the director in managing and shaping department policies and procedures.
  • Ensure proper adherence to all financial, administrative, and regulatory policies.
  • Ensure programs fall within budget parameters.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications, business, marketing or related field.
• 8+ 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in consumer, healthcare, and/or technology communications.
• Experience working on PR programs, influencer/social media programs, and issues 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 working in a matrixed organization and ability to influence and partner cross-functionally with internal stakeholders including IR, Legal, Regulatory and Medical.
• Experience in crisis communication and exhibits anticipatory thinking.
• 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.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

The base pay for this position is

$146,700.00 – $293,300.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:Communications

DIVISION:LNGO Lingo

LOCATION:United States > Alameda : 1360-1380 South Loop Road

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:Standard

TRAVEL:Yes, 25 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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