Director, Business HR

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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. ·      Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO ·      An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution ·      Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and 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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

Abbott’s Diabetes Care business is seeding a Director, Business Human Resources to serve as the primary strategic partner to the business, developing HR strategies, needs assessments and the resulting HR solutions.

Serves as the strategic HR partner to the Business. Leverages HR consulting skills to help their business clients achieve key business objectives and increase the effectiveness of their organization. Balances short term needs / tactics with long term strategies; calibrates needs of the functional area with the broader global business.  Aligns human resources initiatives and resources to deliver against business strategies and operational plans. In partnership with the divisional vice president and leadership team, develops and implements a talent plan that ensures the organization has the right talent to deliver on financial commitments, consistent team performance and a sustainable talent bench. Brings thought leadership and experience to change management initiatives in the business. Responsible for the quality and responsiveness of the overall delivery of all HR services for the respective client group.   Establishes, builds and maintains strong relationships with key HR partners from Area BHR, Practice Areas and Service Centers to ensure elements of HR are successfully coordinated to meet and exceed business needs.

Bachelor's Degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience  Minimum 10 years of progressive HR business partner or related experience.  Demonstrated ability to build consultative, collaborative relationships with managers and co-workers at all levels. Demonstrated ability to identify and assess human capital needs and work collaboratively to develop and implement value-added solutions. Strong communication and organizational skills. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Demonstrated high level of confidentiality and discretion Excellent analysis and decision-making skills Solid knowledge of employment laws and regulations governing HR programs Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in a related field Apply Now 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. Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott