We are looking for an experienced, passionate communicator to join a global network of site communicators across our Global Operations Communications community. Based at AbbVie’s innovative Tempe Arizona site, which counts 250 employees, the Site Communications & Engagement Lead will own and deliver site-level communications, and lead engagement and CSR strategy for local events and initiatives. The successful candidate will work with local leaders, employee groups, and teams, and partner with Global Operations Communications colleagues and the extended communicator network, to drive best-in-class communications activities that enable AbbVie’s success.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Develop and implement a future-ready communications strategy to enable the success of the site, with support from the Director of ME&C Communications.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver a sustained calendar of communications and engagement activities to support key business plans including colleague events, business performance updates, AbbVie’s local engagement activities etc.
- Support the Site Head and Leadership Team to deliver clear and impactful stakeholder communications aligned with business strategy.
- Partner closely with the HR team on employee communications and activities (e.g., engagement surveys, Great Place to Work submissions) to foster an exceptional people experience and a culture of growth and collaboration.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships and partnerships with key internal stakeholders.
- Provide ad hoc change communications advice to the business.
- Develop a suite of the most effective communications channels possible for colleagues that facilitate information sharing and two-way conversations.
- Track and measure the effectiveness of communications and engagement plans.
- Coach and develop the communications skills of key internal stakeholders.
- Act as a key point of contact for the wider Operations Communications team on topic such as media engagement and crisis management.