Working at Abbott
The Opportunity
This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL location in CHR Corporate Human Resources division. This is not a remote role.
The Manager, HR Communications plays a key role in connecting Abbott’s 122,000+ employees to the programs, benefits and experiences that support their growth and development, and helps them take care of themselves and their families. The role serves as a relationship manager to the U.S. Benefits team and provides strategic consulting to HR leadership, project leads and department heads. This position also develops project plans to support key global HR programs and local communication strategies. This position works in an energetic team setting, balances multiple priorities and may lead cross-functional teams and direct internal or external contributors to deliver communication initiatives.
The role reports to the Director, HR Communications.
The Manager, HR Communications:
The Manager, HR Communications, serves primarily as a relationship manager to our U.S. Benefits team and provides communications expertise and counsel for assigned clients, projects, programs or vehicles. The role has responsibility for developing plans and strategies designed to achieve results, writing and producing a variety of communications materials, and managing projects. The manager, HR Communications, must closely influence clients and coordinate with teammates to meet deadlines and HR Communication goals.
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism, public relations or other communication-related major.
8-10 years of experience with increasing responsibility in multiple communication roles in corporate or agency setting. Experience working with senior management a must. Demonstrated ability to deliver strategic counsel as well as tactical excellence in employee communications, executive communications and relationship management a must. Prior experience with HR communications, especially with U.S. healthcare benefits, strongly preferred. Requires strong project management skills, exceptional verbal and written communication skills, diplomacy, and multitasking ability.
At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
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Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is
$99,300.00 – $198,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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We invite you to explore opportunities at **Abbott** , to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, **Abbott** welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
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