This position is responsible for leading Development Sciences integration activities associated with acquisitions and organizational changes. The role plans, coordinates, and executes comprehensive integration strategies that are aligned with the Development Sciences’ strategic objectives. This position requires consistent application of best practices and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver optimal outcomes. Key focuses include effective communications and proactive change management to minimize disruption and risk during transitions, while safeguarding business continuity throughout the integration lifecycle. This role will directly impact the success of integration and organizational change efforts within Development Sciences, to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee integration activities related to acquisitions and organizational changes, ensuring seamless assimilation of people, processes, and systems.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive integration strategies that reflect Development Sciences’ standards and business objectives.
• Establish and execute tailored communication plans to address the unique needs of each integration initiative.
• Take accountability for guiding teams through effective and efficient change management processes.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks; develop and implement contingency plans as necessary.
• Ensure ongoing alignment and engagement of stakeholders throughout all phases of integration or organizational change initiatives.
• Champion cultural integration and support smooth transitions for all impacted employees within Development Sciences.
• Create, maintain, and continuously improve the Development Sciences-specific integration process framework, resources, and tools.
• Collaborate with other Integration Leads to share learnings and implement best practices across teams.
• Report to a director-level leader, manage matrix teams, and may supervise 1–2 direct reports, providing guidance and oversight to ensure successful project execution.
  
  Stakeholders: Development Sciences, HR, Integration Team, R&D Finance, AbbVie Transition Office