Director of Public Affairs DACH

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We're always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

In Germany, Abbott has more than 4,000 employees working in manufacturing, research and development, logistics, manufacturing, sales and marketing. They are located at Abbott`s German headquarters in Wiesbaden and its sites in Hanover, Neustadt am Rübenberge, Wetzlar, Eschborn, Cologne, Jena and Hamburg.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters and help people to live a healthier and full life, grow your career, and learn, be your true self. You will have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of
• An attractive benefits package (e.g. attractive Abbott Pension Plan , a company bike, employee stock purchase program)
• 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.
• A challenging position in a fast-growing crisis independent industry
• To become part of a dynamic, highly educated, highly skilled, and motivated team
• Flat hierarchies, open appreciative mentality, and efficient, constructive lines of communication
• Multi-national environment, where we foster the development of our talents within the enterprise

Abbott GmbH in Wiesbaden is looking for a Director of Public Affairs DACH (m/f/d) , The candidate will:

• Lead the Public Affairs function in DACH, driving high-impact results that support Abbott's business goals.
• Develop and execute strategic plans, initiatives and stories designed to generate awareness and shape opinion of Abbott among key external stakeholders across DACH.
• Work cross-functionally with a wide variety of stakeholders to achieve our goals: from leadership and marketing, to regulatory and government affairs
• Establish effective digital strategies to engage key audiences and generate greater awareness and engagement online

Core Job Responsibilities

• Proactive storytelling: Drive greater external awareness for Abbott through proactive storytelling and measurable, insight-led local initiatives.
• Media & external relations: Cultivate and maintain excellent relationships with editors, media, and other key external influencers to help build and protect the company's reputation in DACH. Act as a company spokesperson. Formulate appropriate messaging to support Abbott's brands and business.
• Issues management: Demonstrate an ability to manage issues effectively
• Engage employees: Partner with key stakeholders to lead enterprise-wide, employee communications in DACH.
• Drive the business: Deliver communications across DACH that will build Abbott's competitive advantage, position, and market share.
• Agency management: Team, budget and account management. Ensure vendors and suppliers are managed well and delivering ROI.

Qualification:

• Minimum education is a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum 12 years' corporate communications/public relations experience.
• Multinational experience with a Healthcare, Tech, FMCG or Pharma company preferred.
• Understanding of DACH market dynamics and U.S. business practices necessary.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Required fluency in German and English.
• Proven record in PR campaign development; stakeholder relations; issues/crisis management.
• Proven success in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment.

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.

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