Senior Manager, Wellbeing

Abbott

5d • Onsite

About The Position

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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 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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL location within the CHR Corporate Human Resources division. As the Senior Manager, Wellbeing you will provide strategic leadership and subject matter expertise for U.S. and global wellbeing initiatives, including wellness, mental health and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). Work closely with the regional benefit teams in defining and executing Abbott’s global wellbeing vision and roadmap, aligning with business objectives. Additionally, oversee U.S. family care programs, fitness center and Early Discoveries, Lake County’s on-site childcare center.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field preferred.
• 10+ years in wellbeing and benefits strategy, with at least 5 years in a corporate environment.
• Proven experience managing U.S. and global programs and family care services.
• Strong background in vendor management and large-scale program implementation.
• Strategic planning and execution of global wellbeing initiatives.
• Advanced data analytics and ability to translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Strong communication and influencing skills across all organizational levels.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and global ambassador networks.
• Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and employee wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage Global Wellbeing Strategy: Drive Abbott’s global wellbeing vision, integrating physical, mental, social, and financial wellbeing across regions.
• Manage Family Care Solutions: Oversee U.S. family care programs, fitness center and Early Discoveries, ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and high-quality care.
• Design & Evaluate Programs: Develop and implement wellness programs for U.S. employees; monitor effectiveness through data-driven metrics.
• Vendor & Budget Oversight: Manage global and U.S. vendor relationships.
• Communications & Engagement: Deliver global and U.S. wellbeing communications; lead ambassador networks and engagement initiatives.
• Crisis Response: Coordinate support for workplace incidents impacting employee wellbeing.
• Manage a team of 3 employees and oversight of wellness champions and contractors.

Benefits

• 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 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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees