Director, Global Strategic Portfolio R&D Aesthetics, Chief of Staff

AbbVie • Irvine, CA

5d • $160,500 - $305,000

About The Position

The Chief of Staff partners with the VP of Global Portfolio Strategy, R&D Aesthetics to drive and implement the organization’s vision. The role leads strategic and operational planning, provides recommendations to support corporate goals, and ensures effective responses to evolving priorities. Serving as a key representative, this position coordinates cross-functional initiatives across R&D Aesthetics and other Chiefs of Staff, enabling business impact through leadership, stakeholder management, and execution excellence.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (BSc, MSc, PhD, or MBA) in a scientific or business-related field.
• Significant industry experience in Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, or Healthcare sectors: 10+ years with a PhD, 12+ years with an MSc, or 13+ years with a BSc.
• At least 5 years of expert-level operations management experience in a pharmaceutical or healthcare setting, with a proven track record of successful projects.
• Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills in complex, matrixed organizations.
• In-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical business operations, global project management, portfolio review, finance, and budgeting.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to present and document complex ideas for diverse audiences.
• Proven problem-solving ability, superior judgment, and a realistic understanding of business issues.
• Knowledge of clinical development strategies, GCP, FDA regulations, and international guidelines.
• Ability to foster a high-performance culture, support employee development, and drive continuous operational improvement.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Chief of Staff, representing the VP’s views, priorities, and communications across the organization.
• Oversee strategic business initiatives from ideation to execution, including contingency planning and support for long-range planning (LRP) and resource mapping.
• Act as the finance liaison for budget planning, tracking, and management between the organization and Finance teams.
• Lead resource modeling to optimize workload and capacity, ensuring effective allocation across the team.
• Drive R&D and enterprise initiatives, including process improvement, change management, and operational efficiency projects.
• Collect, analyze, and present key business information to leadership and stakeholders to inform decision-making and strategy, and ensure successful governance interactions across the R&D portfolio.
• Develop and maintain effective cross-functional business relationships with internal departments, including Finance, HR, and Talent Acquisition, ensuring resources and expertise are leveraged appropriately.
• Organize and manage department communications and meetings, including planning, logistics, and governance forums.
• Collaborate on onboarding and professional development, culture enhancement, issue identification, and resolution in partnership with leadership.
• Track, forecast, and manage the department’s budget, providing strategic recommendations based on financial analysis.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Eligibility to participate in long-term incentive programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director