Company Overview
Abbott is a global leader in healthcare, dedicated to helping people live their best lives at every stage. Our diverse portfolio includes innovative technologies across diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. With a presence in over 160 countries, our team of 114,000 professionals is committed to improving health and well-being worldwide.
The Opportunity
Abbott’s Diabetes Care division is currently seeking a Senior Manager, Human Resources to join our team. In this strategic role, you’ll help implement HR initiatives that attract, develop, and retain top talent, ensuring the organization is equipped to meet both current and future business needs. This position will support cross-functional global teams. If you’re ready to grow your career and make an impact in healthcare, we invite you to join us.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Develop and maintain trusted, collaborative relationships with senior leaders, managers, and key business stakeholders.
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Translate business objectives into actionable HR strategies that support both short- and long-term goals across the organization.
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Champion Abbott’s culture by partnering with leadership to enhance and evolve values, behaviors, and workplace practices.
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Design and deliver programs that strengthen our culture and reinforce Abbott’s reputation as an employer of choice.
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Operate autonomously while adhering to all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as corporate policies.
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Serve as a strategic advisor to managers, proactively identifying HR needs and performance improvement opportunities.
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Lead change management efforts and communication strategies for organizational initiatives.
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Advise leadership on complex employee relations issues, ensuring solutions are aligned with business objectives.
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Collaborate with HR and business leaders on workforce planning efforts, including talent gap analysis and succession strategies.
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Support organizational change, including restructuring, by working closely with leaders and HRBP peers to drive effectiveness and enable smooth transitions.
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Foster open communication and collaboration across all levels of the organization.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
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Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience as an HR Business Partner.
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In-depth understanding of core HR functions and disciplines.
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Proven track record of identifying HR needs and delivering impactful, value-driven solutions.
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Strong ability to influence organizational culture and drive business outcomes.
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Advanced skills in change management and organizational development.
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Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
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Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
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Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.
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Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace and valuing diversity in thought and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
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Comprehensive knowledge of employment laws and HR-related compliance requirements.