Company Description AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok (https://www.tiktok.com/@abbvie) . AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer, and dedicated to fostering an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace that values and respects every individual. We are committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, and embracing diversity and inclusion. It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability. We ensure a fair and inclusive recruitment process without discrimination against any employee or applicant because of, and not limited to, race, religion, age, physical or mental disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or marital status. Our hiring process is flexible and accessible, so if you have any specific requests or accessibility requirement, please feel comfortable to let our team know by emailing CareersANZ@abbvie.com or speaking with your Recruiter and we'll make any necessary adjustments to accommodate your needs. Job Description The Head of Strategy & Transformation plays a critical role in shaping and executing our affiliate’s strategic vision. You will be responsible for leading the ANZ Leadership Team’s development and implementation of affiliate strategy, as well as leading key projects crucial to the transformation of the ANZ business. As the custodian of our affiliate’s strategic planning, the role requires relentless searching for opportunities to enhance organisational effectiveness, drive innovation, and supporting mid-to-long term growth. Crucial to our success is our drive for excellence through a holistic and customer-centric approach for the business, and ensuring that the customer is at the heart of everything we do. This is a unique opportunity to work with AbbVie, recognised on the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for the 8th year in a row in 2025! NOTE: This is a 12 month Max Term contract opportunity. There is limited National and International travel to support delivery of this role. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES + Develop and communicate a clear strategic vision that aligns with the company's mission and objectives. + Collaborate with senior leadership to set strategic priorities and identify growth opportunities based on environmental and market scanning and trend assessment. + Direct the formulation and implementation of strategic initiatives that foster innovation and competitive advantage including providing recommendations on resourcing and implementation. + Lead and manage transformative projects, generated locally or by global teams that optimise business processes and improve operational efficiency. + Drive cultural change initiatives to promote agility and collaboration within the organisation. + Oversee the integration of new business models and technologies to enhance performance and adaptability. + Develop and lead the integrated Brand Planning process for our affiliate including overseeing our launch capability to support the best possible strategies for our core brands. + Support the Australia Management Team to enhance our culture of innovation through the sponsorship of the Innovation Special Interest group including manage the resources, initiatives, and funding process with innovation. + Ensure continuous improvement of innovation processes, tools and approaches and that Insights, learnings and impacts are proactively shared and sought + Represent the company in public forums, industry conferences, and events to promote thought leadership & Innovation where required. + Utilise PMO to manage and monitor progress and identify risk to the achievement of the affiliate strategy. + Oversee the affiliate PMO including leadership of the Program and Change Manager. + Custodian of Change Management function within the organization to ensure consistent application of ADKAR model to capability uplift, transformational initiatives and projects across the affiliate. + Report any adverse event within 24 hours as per AbbVie’s policies and procedures. + Proactively participate in AbbVie’s WHS programs, adhere to policies and promote a safe work environment at all times + Adhere to AbbVie’s internal codes of conduct and compliance processes. + Other ad hoc duties such as administrative duties, as requested. Qualifications + Advanced degree in Business Administration, Life Sciences, or a related field. + Proven track record of success in strategic planning and transformation roles (preferably in a regulated market). + Senior Commercial leadership background favourable but not essential. + Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including internal teams, industry partners, and regulatory bodies. + Knowledge of Change Management principles + Measures to assess progress and identify areas for improvement, ensuring alignment with corporate goals + Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive change across complex organizations. + Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on strategic thinking. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse teams Flexibility and Availability: In line with Australia’s 'Right to Disconnect' legislation, we recognise and respect employees' right to refuse contact outside of their working hours, unless such refusal is deemed unreasonable. As we operate in an international, matrixed environment, there may be occasions where your role requires participation in business meetings outside of standard hours. We value and support flexibility and appreciate your willingness to occasionally accommodate these requests to ensure effective collaboration and communication within our global team. Additional Information WAYS WE WORK + All For One AbbVie: We weigh all decisions against the common good. We inspire, share and create as a team. We solve problems for all rather than serving our immediate team. + Decide Smart & Sure: We make intelligent decisions to create the best outcomes. We act quickly, embrace experimentation, and learn what doesn’t work and get on to what does. + Agile & Accountable: We streamline and eliminate unnecessary obstacles. We plan but adapt as we go. We delegate and make tough decisions to ensure focus on results, staying keenly aware of the urgency in all we do. + Clear & Courageous: Open, honest, candid dialogue is core to our work and how we act with each other. We share information freely and continuously to find solutions. We admit mistakes. We grow stronger by putting the courage of our conviction to the test. + Make Possibilities Real: We question with endless curiosity. We’re never satisfied with good enough—patients depend on us to deliver more. We challenge ourselves to find creative, constructive solutions to turn possibilities into reality. CODE OF CONDUCT & BUSINESS INTEGRITY STATEMENT + AbbVie is committed to observing high integrity and ethical standards in all its business dealings with our customers, with each other, business partners and suppliers. + AbbVie as a responsible corporate citizen will adhere to these standards, as well as to local, national and international laws. + All AbbVie employees are responsible for maintaining the Company’s reputation for conduct in accordance with the highest level of business integrity, ethics and compliance with the law. Soliciting and/or accepting/attempting/offering bribes or any illegal gratification is therefore cause for immediate dismissal. + AbbVie is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community, and embracing diversity and inclusion. 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