REPORTS TO: Government Affairs Head, China

LOCATION: Beijing/Shanghai, China

SUMMARY:

The individual we seek must be capable of understanding the substantive policy issues of the healthcare industries with which we are associated, as well as the business issues affecting one of the world’s leading companies. He or She must have an appreciation and sensitivity to working within the context of a sales driven organization. The individual will be required to develop and manage a strategic plan for successfully achieving specific results in China which are favorable to the interest of the Company.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and execute strategies and tactical plans to advance and represent the interests of Abbott to the central and key local governments

• Prepare and present briefings and documents that present company objectives in a clear and persuasive manner to both internal and external stakeholders

• Analyze, assess the implications of gov. policy for Abbott’s businesses, identifying the opportunities and threats then advise relevant functional areas on implications in a timely and coherent way, recommending the best course of action

• Provide strategic counsel to Management on potential policy issues; Contribute to business proposal and presentation to work with the gov. related key stakeholders to facilitate business and partnership projects, and advice the top leadership for the business development decision making

• Effectively interact with and influence think tanks and other public policy/industrial institutions in support of business objectives

PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCE & QUALIFICATION:

• 10+ years of professional experience in a management/PR consulting firm and/or in a corporate strategy or government affairs position in a major corporation

• Specific industry or sector professional expertise, preferably in healthcare

• Experience in dealing with central/provincial and local government issues

• Strategic and analytical thinker capable of seeing and understanding broad and differing perspectives and the impact on the business

• Pro-active and collaborative with proven experience in building consensus among groups with diverse interests

• Ability to shape and drive strategy, lead projects and initiatives, and manage external resources

• Ability to anticipate problems and devise creative solutions

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated understanding of current political, economic and social issues in mainland China

• Excellent analytical thinking, advisory and consulting skills

• Appreciation for multiple cultures and languages – Full fluency in Mandarin, and strong emphasis on ability to write and speak English at the executive level

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com