About AbbVie AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines 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, eye care, virology, women’s health and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn. About AbbVie AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines 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, eye care, virology, women’s health and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn. About AbbVie in Oncology Within our oncology therapeutic area, we are committed to transforming standards of care for multiple blood cancers while advancing a dynamic pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of cancer types. Our dedicated and experienced team joins forces with innovative partners to accelerate the delivery of potentially breakthrough medicines. We are evaluating more than 20 investigational medicines in over 300 clinical trials across some of the world’s most widespread and debilitating cancers. As we work to have a remarkable impact on people’s lives, we are committed to exploring solutions to help patients obtain access to our cancer medicines. For more information, please visit http://www.abbvie.com/oncology. Key Responsibilities Include The Associate Director is responsible for developing and executing on external strategies that protect and promote AbbVie’s oncology franchise and reputation among key stakeholders in the United States. Represent U.S. Public Affairs on cross-functional brand teams to ensure external and internal perspective is considered and leveraged in support of business objectives. Lead the development of Public Affairs plans to support business needs and growth and functional U.S. Public Affairs strategies. Obtain buy-in from functional and commercial leadership and secure budgets. Oversee implementation of tactical program elements and ensure deliverables are met on time and on budget. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of emerging communications trends to maximize program impact, specifically in the area of influencer and digital engagement. Possess strong media relations skills to ensure all engagements with reporters are strategic and position AbbVie and the U.S. oncology franchise in a positive and balanced way. Proactively anticipate and mitigate issues that may present reputational risk to AbbVie and Oncology brands. Oversee the identification and development of internal and third-party spokespeople and prepare them for external speaking opportunities. Simplify complex issues through strong verbal and writing capabilities. Must have a strong understanding of the U.S. healthcare and media environment to provide thoughtful counsel to a range of internal and external audiences and across all levels of brand, functional and company management as needed. Manage review process for external communications materials (press releases, statements, response documents, fact sheets, etc.). Keep various parties apprised of status, timelines and directional shifts to ensure smooth review process and to meet corporate deadlines. Qualifications KEY ABBVIE COMPETENCIES: Builds strong relationships with peers and cross-functional partners outside of team to enable higher performance. Is clear and courageous and adept at managing difficult conversations though direct and constructive dialogue. Learns fast, grasps the 'essence' and can change course quickly where indicated. Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo. Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement. BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Integrated Marketing, Communications, Journalism or Equivalent. Relevant experience in the healthcare sector and 10 years of experience in a high-level agency, business or communications environment. Experience working directly with senior management and advocacy organizations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with knowledge of emerging communications trends and technologies. Strong business acumen with the ability to anticipate company and team needs. Significant Work Activities Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Travel No Job Type Experienced Schedule Full-time Job Level Code M Equal Employment Opportunity At AbbVie, we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop new and innovative solutions for patients. As an equal opportunity employer we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.