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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.

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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 is looking for a Manager, HR Communications EMEA (m/f/d), based in Wiesbaden.

The Manager, HR Communications EMEA (m/f/d), helps connect Abbott’s 114,000+ employees with the numerous development and benefits programs offered by the company. The role serves as a relationship manager to assigned Practice Areas within HR. The role provides strategic consulting to HR leadership, project leads and department heads, and develops project plans to support global HR programs and local communication strategies. This position works in an energetic team setting, balances multiple priorities and may manage the work of others, directly or indirectly. The role reports to the Director, HR Communications.

What You’ll Do

The Manager, HR Communications EMEA:

Serve as a regional center of excellence for HR personnel and functions across the region or globally.
Develop communication strategies and plans to guide the creation, design and implementation of communication programs specific to the region, including for benefits programs, restructures, business re-organization.
Advise and support area HR leaders with key communications.
Ensure all HR Communications are consistent and aligned with Abbott's corporate brand identity, employment offering, strategic direction, business and leadership philosophies, employer branding and employee value proposition.
Participate in efforts to support and increase employee engagement in the region and in key markets, in collaboration with employee communications and marketing teams.
Develop communication strategies and plans to guide the creation, design and implementation of communication campaigns and channels to reach employees in various workplace settings, such as manufacturing, field and offices.
Effectively manage relationships with internal and external communication partners (Public Affairs, Corporate Communications, HR personnel, outside contractors, etc.).
Work with HR Communication team members to ensure a cohesive approach to the comprehensive, global HR Communications strategy.

Education And Experience You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism, public relations or other communication-related major.
6-10 years of experience with increasing responsibility in multiple communication roles in corporate or agency setting.
Experience working with senior management is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to deliver strategic counsel as well as tactical excellence in employee communications, executive communications and relationship management.
Prior experience with HR communications preferred.
Requires strong project management skills, exceptional verbal and written communication skills, diplomacy, learning agility, and multitasking ability.
Some marketing experience is preferred.

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.

We ask for your understanding that we only consider online applications via our online application portal. Applications by email or post cannot be processed. Original documents will not be returned. 

 

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