We are excited to be recruiting for a **Director of Public Affairs** to support the UK, responsible for developing and executing strategic communications plans, creative campaigns and other initiatives that deliver high-impact results focused on driving awareness for Abbott in the UK.

Reporting to the Regional Director of Public Affairs, Europe, you will also work cross-functionally with a wide variety of stakeholders, including senior commercial leaders across multiple divisions, marketing, regulatory and government affairs.

**Core responsibilities include:**

+ **Proactive storytelling:** drive greater external awareness for Abbott through proactive storytelling and measurable, insight-led local initiatives
+ **Media & external relations:** act as a company spokesperson, cultivating and maintaining excellent relationships with editors, media, and other key external influencers to help build and protect the company's reputation
+ **Issues managem...