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AbbVie
Specialist, Communications
AbbVie’s Tempe site has around 250 employees. The position is described as the Site Communications & Engagement Lead, responsible for site communications and the engagement and CSR strategy for local events and initiatives.
The work
Develop and deliver the site communications strategy with support from the Director of ME&C Communications. Working with local leaders, employee groups and colleagues across the Global Operations Communications network, you’ll maintain a calendar of communications and engagement activity, from business updates to colleague events.
Support the Site Head and leadership team with stakeholder communications, partner with HR on employee communications and activities such as engagement surveys, and provide ad hoc change communications advice to the business. The role also coaches stakeholders on their communication skills and serves as a contact for the wider Operations Communications team on media engagement and crisis management.
Develop channels that support information sharing and two-way conversations, and measure the effectiveness of communications and engagement plans.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of progressive experience in communications, employee engagement, internal communications, corporate affairs, public relations, marketing communications or a related discipline, with the ability to translate business strategy into audience-focused communications.
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
- Experience supporting leaders and cross-functional stakeholders with materials such as messaging, presentations, FAQs and communications plans.
- Experience in a highly regulated manufacturing, pharmaceutical, medical device or life sciences environment, or a demonstrated ability to learn quickly, including communicating complex operational topics accessibly.
- Hands-on multichannel communications experience, such as SharePoint or intranets, newsletters, digital signage, town halls and leader cascades, including managing content calendars, reviews, approvals and timelines.
- Experience with content management platforms, Microsoft 365, basic design or layout tools, and vendor or agency partners, plus working knowledge of employee communications and engagement platforms and analytics.
Practical details
- Location
- Tempe, Arizona, United States
- Work arrangement
- Hybrid, primarily site- or office-based with occasional remote work. US employees work in the office Tuesday to Thursday, with flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Three office days are the minimum; some roles or teams may require more.
- Employment
- Full-time
- Pay
- USD $75,000–$142,500 possible base pay. Individual pay depends on factors including geography; AbbVie may pay more or less and may modify the range.
- Benefits
- Eligible employees receive benefits including paid time off, medical, dental and vision insurance, and a 401(k). The role is eligible for short-term incentive programmes.
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Source checked 4 November 2026
https://careers.abbvie.com/en/job/specialist-communications-in-tempe-az-jid-34737
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