Director, AI Enterprise Communications
- Employer
- AbbVie
- Location
- North Chicago, IL
- Posted date
- Jun 12, 2026
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- Discipline
- Marketing, Marketing/Corporate Communications
- Required Education
- Bachelors Degree
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
- BioMidwest
Job Details
Company Description
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onLinkedIn,Facebook,Instagram,XandYouTube.
Job Description
Purpose
The Director, AI Enterprise Communications will lead strategic communications for AbbVies artificial intelligence initiatives, shaping how the company tells its AI story internally and externally. This role will partner closely with executives and senior leaders across Corporate Affairs, BTS, Legal, HR and business functions to develop clear, compelling and responsible communications that advance understanding of AbbVies AI strategy, priorities, capabilities and progress. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled communicator with strong project execution skills, sound judgment and the ability to translate complex technology concepts into accessible messaging for a range of audiences.
Key Responsibilities
Execute the enterprise AI communications strategy for AbbVie, ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities and business objectives and evolving the strategy in the future as appropriate.
Partner with the Head of Executive Communications and senior leaders to craft messaging, presentations, talking points, remarks, internal and external announcements and thought leadership related to AI strategy and transformation.
Drive internal and external communications efforts regarding AbbVies AI enterprise strategy including thought leadership, media and other strategic engagements.
Translate complex AI, data and digital topics into clear, audience-appropriate content for employees, leaders and external stakeholders.
Shape narrative frameworks that articulate AbbVies approach to digital innovation, responsible AI, governance and business impact.
Support executive visibility opportunities by preparing leaders for town halls, leadership meetings, employee events, media engagements and other strategic moments tied to AI.
Collaborate cross-functionally with partners across BTS, Corporate Affairs, Legal, Compliance, HR and business teams to ensure communications are accurate, coordinated and timely.
Lead development of proactive communication plans for major AI milestones, launches, announcements and change management efforts.
Identify opportunities to elevate employee understanding of the enterprise AI strategy through storytelling, campaigns and channel planning.
Advise stakeholders on messaging best practices related to emerging technologies and responsible communications.
Monitor the evolving AI landscape and bring forward insights that can inform communications strategy and executive messaging.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelors degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Public Relations, Marketing, Business or a related field.
Senior-level experience (10+ years) in strategic communications, executive communications, corporate communications or a related field.
Demonstrated experience supporting senior executives and developing communications for high-visibility, business-critical initiatives.
Strong ability to synthesize complex, technical or rapidly-evolving topics into clear and compelling messaging.
Excellent writing, editing, presentation development and verbal communication skills.
Experience working across a global organization and building trusted partnerships with senior stakeholders.
Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to manage sensitive or confidential information.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, operate with agility and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong strategic thinking skills with an eye for both big-picture narrative and detail-level execution.
Background in healthcare, biopharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
Strong understanding of executive positioning and thought leadership development.
Experience leading enterprise communications or change-management efforts tied to new capabilities, tools or ways of working.
Additional Information
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The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof thisposting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location,andwemayultimatelypaymore or less than the posted range. This range may bemodifiedin thefuture.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.
This job is eligible toparticipatein our long-term incentiveprograms.
Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission,incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employeeremainsin the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless anduntil paid andmay bemodifiedat the Companys sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Company
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
We are AbbVie. A global Fortune 500 biopharmaceutical company creating life-changing medicines and first-in-kind solutions that make a real difference in people’s lives.
Our 50,000+ employees across geographies, disciplines, and therapeutic areas put impact at the core of every decision. With over $50B invested in R&D since our founding in 2013, we’re always focused on helping people and communities thrive for generations to come.
- Phone
- 1-800-255-5162
- Location
- 1 North Waukegan Road
North Chicago
Illinois
60064
