Director, R&D Executive Communications & Strategic Initiatives

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Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at . Follow @abbvie on X , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , LinkedIn and Tik Tok .

Job Description

This leader is responsible for leading, overseeing and guiding the development, implementation and execution of strategic internal and external R&D communications programs. The primary role is to drive the consistent and compelling positioning of AbbVies R&D across channels including developing and driving unique executive thought leadership programs that elevate the voice of our leaders, frame AbbVies business priorities with select internal and external stakeholders, and builds confidence and trust in AbbVies pipeline and brand. In addition, this leader will be responsible for developing communications strategies that support strategic initiatives important to R&D and external innovation efforts. This role reports to the Head of Pipeline and External Innovation Communications.

Seeking the following core skills : Scientific acumen to understand complex concepts and translate for target audiences and channelsBusiness acumen to appropriately frame the why and contextualize communications priorities that strategically align to business prioritiesHigh professional competency to provide strategic counsel to executives on communication approaches and personal stylesExpert understanding of internal and external content and channel strategies, employee engagement, and change managementUnderstands how to operate with an enterprise mindsetProactively seeks out opportunities to maximize impact of communicationsAbility to breakdown silos to nurture strong cross-functional partnershipModels leadership ways of working that foster collaboration, creativity and collegialityStrong sense of accountability of direct and indirect team members, and associated communications programming of the teamQualifications

Basic requirements needed :

Minimum of 15 years of integrated communications experience requiredPrevious work in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry requiredDemonstrates expertise in developing and executing insight-driven, strategic and measurable internal and external communications programsProven track record of working with senior executives, demonstrates high-quality executive presenceAbility to provide strategic counsel for a variety of communications scenarios and to a variety of internal and external stakeholdersExceptional verbal and written communication skills, as well as understanding of production processesDemonstrates growth mindset, self-motivated, and ability to see bigger picture beyond the immediate taskDemonstrates initiative, creativity, analytical and leadership capabilitiesDemonstrates ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team and navigate a matrixed organization; influence / negotiation skills and relationship management capabilitiesStrong leader who can coach and develop direct reports as well as influence without authorityCore responsibilities in this role :

Defines thought leadership platforms for AbbVie executives in R&D and the CBSO aligned with organizational goals and R&D strategySets strategy and ensures effectiveness of R&D internal communications; inclusive of channel management (e.g. email, MyAbbVie), townhalls, leader communications, etc.Identifies and executes creative programming that drives engagement of priority audiences such as scientific community and prospective talent in partnership with pipeline communicators, corporate marketing, talent acquisition and other areas of corporate affairsLeads enhancements and updates to AbbVies science and innovation messaging, including how R&D is reflected on abbvie.com and in corporate materials, and ensures pull-through among functions and affiliatesSteers and oversees the community of practice with R&D Functional Communicators, driving alignment and coordinationRepresents R&D Communications and acts as lead decisionmaker for workstreams associated with strategic initiatives (i.e. R&D EED&I Council, Pathway to Cures, ACOS, Transformation initiatives, etc.)Coaches executives in storytelling on strategic priorities, issues management, areas of science and innovation, transformation and changeProactively identifies and supports media and speaking engagement opportunities for R&D leaders, including vetting opportunities, developing key messages and training leadersSupports capability building across the R&D Communications team that elevates our service offering, ensures process efficiencies and enables seamless executionInterfaces and aligns with various functions, including government affairs, corporate affairs, investor relations, legal, finance, and senior managementOversees management of agencies and associated program budgets that support communications programmingStrong leader for associate director, providing development and coaching to grow pipeline of talentAdditional Information

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The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemay ultimatelypay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in thefuture.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical / dental / visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentiveprograms.This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentiveprograms

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