Manager, Global Marketing Communications - Electrophysiology

Abbott Laboratories; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 99,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical coverage (HIP PPO)

Excellent retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

FreeU education benefit

Job summary

Abbott's Electrophysiology unit seeks a strategic Global Marketing Communications Manager to lead global branding and communications on the Brand and Channel team. This working manager will set strategy and execute across channels to drive integrated campaigns and measurable results.

You will own messaging development, asset creation, review and approvals end-to-end, collaborating with marketing, product, and regional teams to deliver impactful campaigns in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of marketing experience with brand and channel focus.
• Proven ability to develop and execute integrated, multi‑channel campaigns.
• Experience in communications strategy, messaging, and asset lifecycle management.
• Strong strategic thinking with willingness to execute tactically.
• Excellent project management in fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Digital marketing expertise (SEO, SEM, social) is a plus.
• Agency experience is also a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead global brand and communications strategy across campaigns.
• Develop clear messaging frameworks aligned to brand and product strategy.
• Drive creation, review, and approval of marketing assets, ensuring alignment with brand standards.
• Partner with product marketing and market development teams to define communication objectives and integrated campaign plans.
• Execute campaigns end-to-end, from strategy through launch and optimization.
• Serve as the channel strategy expert—recommending the most effective mix of channels.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and project execution across multiple complex initiatives.
• Act as brand steward, ensuring consistency across all touchpoints globally.
• Lead and develop a high‑performing team; provide coaching and career development.
• Manage agency and vendor partners to deliver high‑quality work on time and on budget.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Skills

Brand & channel marketing

Integrated multi-channel campaigns

Communications strategy

Strategic thinking

Project management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Digital marketing (SEO/SEM)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Manager, Global Marketing Communications - Electrophysiology

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, an FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

In Abbott’s Electrophysiology (EP) business, we’re advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

We are seeking a strategic, hands‑on Global Marketing Communications Manager on the Brand and Channel team to lead global branding and communications initiatives for the Electrophysiology business. This is a working manager role for someone who can set strategy and roll up their sleeves to execute.

You will own communications strategy end-to-end—including messaging development, asset creation, review and approval processes—ensuring consistency, clarity, and impact across all channels. You will act as a central hub across marketing, product, and regional teams to drive integrated campaigns that deliver measurable results.

This role operates in a fast‑paced, highly dynamic environment where priorities evolve quickly. Success requires agility, strong leadership, and the ability to balance long‑term strategy with day‑to‑day execution.

This role is based in our Austin, TX office.

What You’ll Do

• Lead global brand and communications strategy across advertising, promotions, and omnichannel campaigns, while also working closely with your design, tradeshow and digital peers.
• Own development of clear, compelling messaging frameworks aligned to brand and product strategy
• Drive creation, review, and approval of marketing assets, ensuring alignment with brand standards and regulatory requirements
• Partner with product marketing and market development teams to define communication objectives and integrated campaign plans
• Execute campaigns end-to-end, from strategy through launch and optimization
• Serve as the channel strategy expert—recommending the most effective mix of channels to achieve business goals
• Manage timelines, budgets, and project execution across multiple complex initiatives
• Act as brand steward, ensuring consistency across all touchpoints globally
• Lead and develop a high‑performing team; provide coaching, feedback, and career development
• Manage agency and vendor partners to deliver high‑quality work on time and on budget
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with internal stakeholders and external partners, including across various geographies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of marketing experience with a strong foundation in brand and channel marketing
• Proven ability to develop and execute integrated, multi‑channel campaigns
• Demonstrated experience in communications strategy, including messaging, content development, and asset lifecycle management
• Strong strategic thinking skills paired with a willingness to execute tactically
• Excellent project management skills; ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience managing and developing teams preferred
• Digital marketing expertise (SEO, SEM, social, and digital channels) is a plus
• Agency experience is also a plus
• Medical device or healthcare experience preferred but not required • Willingness to travel up to 25%

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

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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The base pay for this position is $99,300.00 – $198,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.