Director Communications - Cardiac Surgery and Aortic, Mounds View, MN or Brooklyn Park, MN

Medtronic•Mounds View, MN

14d

About The Position

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life Careers that Change Lives: As the Communications leader, you will lead strategic communications for the Cardiac Surgery and Aortic Operating Unit. Reporting to the President of Cardiac Surgery and Aortic, and functionally to the VP CV Communications, you will lead the development and execution of integrated communication strategies that drive business growth. You will champion patient storytelling, executive visibility, thought leadership, earned and owned media and employee engagement through bold, innovative ideas and a commitment to global, audience-centric communications. This individual must be change-agile and have deep domain expertise in integrated communications, including public relations, internal communications, change management, issues management, and executive thought leadership. The individual should be comfortable providing counsel and coaching to sr. leadership and working as part of a cross-functional team to support integrated communications programs. Location for the role is in Mounds View, MN or Brooklyn Park, MN A Day in Life: Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience in an integrated communications, business or corporate communications role, or 8 years with a master’s degree.
Expertise in media, investor relations and public relations.
Experience leading teams and contributing to a matrix leadership model.
Strong generalist experience across multiple communications disciplines.

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to build trust and establish credibility with all levels of management, including executive leadership.
Experience leading communications in a highly matrixed, global organization, with a focus on healthcare or technology.
Expertise as a strategic advisor to business leaders, with a strong track record of driving successful communication initiatives.
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Demonstrated experience using metrics to measure the effectiveness of communication strategies.
Experience with global product launches, investor relations, and managing organizational change.
Master’s degree in communications, marketing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Operating Unit Strategic Communications: Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy that supports the objectives of the Cardiac Surgery and Aortic operating unit and aligns messaging with the Operating Unit President’s cultural voice and the broader Cardiovascular portfolio goals.
Employee and Internal Communications: Develop a strategy and manage internal communications (all employee meetings, presentations, written communications, video, etc.).
Executive and Thought Leadership: Guide executive visibility efforts and thought leadership plans across the OU, elevating the profiles of key leaders and positioning the business as an industry leader. Use expertise in internal relationship management to advise and influence those who wish to communicate and provide counsel and coaching to ensure communications are strategic and effective.
Strategic Public Relations & Media Engagement: Build and manage strong relationships with media, analysts, and industry influencers to enhance visibility and elevate reputation internally and externally across the Cardiac Surgery and Aortic operating unit.
Integrated Campaign Management: Lead the strategic conceptualization and execution of creative omni-channel communication campaigns that communicate the business narratives, strategy and storytelling to external audiences, including customers, investors, and strategic partners.
Reputation and Issues Management: Proactively shape the Cardiac Surgery and Aortic operating unit's identity through traditional and new media channels—paid, earned, shared, and owned. Lead the development of response strategies to protect the company’s reputation during issues or crises.
Performance Metrics and Analysis: Utilize data-driven insights to measure the effectiveness of communication strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives and continuous improvement.
Engage and partner with Global Corporate Communication and Corporate Marketing (GCCM) and Cardiovascular Communication Colleagues: Proactively engage with Cardiovascular communication and GCCM colleagues across the function to represent Cardiac Surgery and Aortic’s needs and opportunities. Collaborate to bring enterprise strategies to life within the Operating Unit and the Operating Unit strategies to life in enterprise opportunities.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan.
This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan.
Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).