Workforce Development & Communications Coordinator

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, 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 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

Our location in Austin, TX currently has an opportunity for a Workforce Development & Communications Coordinator. The Workforce Development & Communications Coordinator will lead innovative early talent workforce development programs that strengthen Abbott's employer brand, build awareness of EP careers, and cultivate a pipeline of future talent. In addition, this position will drive strategic communication initiatives, support recruitment efforts, and coordinate onboarding logistics that promote employee readiness. Through strong cross-functional partnerships, this position will support talent growth strategies, help enhance organizational effectiveness, and deliver a best-in-class candidate and employee experience. 

Early Talent Workforce Development Program 

• Design and execute a year-round experiential learning and certification program that builds awareness of EP careers, strengthens employer brand presence, and creates meaningful engagement opportunities for emerging talent. 

• Lead end-to-end program management, including curriculum development, participant selection, onboarding, communications, and execution ensuring a high-quality and seamless participant experience. 

• Develop innovative outreach and engagement strategies that attract undergraduate, graduate, and early-career talent populations while creating pathways into future employment opportunities within EP. 

• Partner with Associate Program Manager to cultivate strategic partnerships with universities, student organizations, and workforce development organizations to expand program reach and talent pipeline impact. 

• Measure and optimize program effectiveness through employer brand, participant engagement, certification completion, candidate conversion, and full-time hiring metrics, leveraging insights to drive continuous improvement. 

Commercial Communications 

• Own the strategic direction and execution of field-wide communications for EP and LAAO, aligning leadership messaging and communication cadence with business priorities and organizational objectives. 

• Lead cross-functional communication efforts by partnering with commercial, field, and corporate stakeholders to drive alignment, strengthen collaboration, and bridge information gaps across the organization. 

• Develop and execute communication plans for key business initiatives, organizational updates, organizational changes, and special projects, ensuring timely and impactful messaging across field teams 

• Continuously evaluate communication and business processes, leveraging best practices, stakeholder feedback, and performance metrics to enhance engagement, operational efficiency, and organizational effectiveness. 

New Hire Onboarding Logistics 

• Serve as the central point of contact for new hire onboarding logistics, ensuring effective communication, cross-functional alignment, and a seamless transition from offer acceptance through start date. 

• Manage onboarding readiness activities, coordinating system access, procurement and delivery of essential technology, equipment, and role-specific tools, while partnering with IT and Corporate Mobility to resolve device, connectivity, and technology-related issues. 

• Provide proactive communication and support to new hires, hiring managers, Area Administrators, and Commercial Coordinator, ensuring onboarding requirements are completed and employees are equipped for a successful start. 

Recruitment Support: Clinical Associate Program 

• Support Clinical Associate Program recruiting efforts by conducting initial candidate screenings to assess qualifications and identifying top talent for consideration. 

• Coordinate interview scheduling with hiring teams and candidates across multiple formats ensuring all participants have the necessary details and materials. 

• Maintain accurate candidate tracking and follow-up throughout the recruitment process to foster a professional and positive candidate experience. 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Communications, Human Resources, or a related field. 

• Demonstrated leadership, facilitation, or teaching experience, with the ability to engage diverse audiences. 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and applicant tracking systems (ATS) is a plus. 

• Candidates with experience working in the healthcare, medical device, or clinical environments are strongly preferred. 

• 1-3 years of experience in Electrophysiology Clinical role is a plus. 

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