Medtronic · 16 hours ago
Communications Program Director - GCO Communications
North Haven, Connecticut, United States of America
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$174K/yr - $262K/yr
10+ years expMedtronic is a leading global healthcare technology company dedicated to alleviating pain, restoring health, and extending life. They are seeking a Communications Program Director to provide strategic communications leadership within the Global Commercial Office, focusing on developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies that enhance commercial growth and employee engagement.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic communications leader within GCO, partnering across directly with assigned leaders and functions
Develop and deliver impactful internal (and external) communications plans, messages, and tactics aligned with business outcomes
Advise and counsel assigned business partners, including senior executives, and build strong relationships across all levels of the organization within GCO and outside of GCO across all operating units and regions
Drive both strategy and execution, establishing clear objectives, and creating content that delivers measurable results
Leverage expertise in organizational communications to engage and inspire employees
Establish metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of communications initiatives and inform continuous improvement
Manage multiple projects with competing deadlines, maintaining high performance under pressure
Travel up to 10% as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum 10 years of relevant communications experience, including 7+ years in a people or program managerial role; or advanced degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience and 7+ years of people or program managerial experience
Preferred
Exceptional writing, editing, and creative skills
Proven ability to advise and influence business partners, manage multiple projects, and excel in fast-paced environments
Ability to work autonomously across multiple stakeholder groups to advance the priorities of GCO
Proficiency in PowerPoint, Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, Teams, and desktop publishing applications
Experience working within a highly matrixed, global organization
Creative problem-solving skills and strong business acumen to align communication strategies with business objectives
Willingness to learn and embody the Medtronic brand voice in all communications
High level of accuracy, accountability, and organizational skills
Benefits
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)
Company
Medtronic
Medtronic is a healthcare technology company that designs and develops AI-based products and solutions for the medical industry.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (349)
2024 (387)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$18.16BKey Investors
NHS EnglandBlackstone Life SciencesTrade Capital Funding
2025-09-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B
2024-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $3.24B
2023-03-23Post Ipo Debt· $2B
Leadership Team
Geoffrey Martha
CEO and Chairman Of The Board Of Directors
Linnea Burman
SVP & President, Neurovascular
Recent News
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