**A Day in the Life**
For our Global Communications team, we are seeking a Principal Communications Specialist to serve as a strategic communications leader for Medtronicu2019s Cranial & Spinal Technologies (CST) international business. This role supports Western Europe, Japan, and Australiau2013New Zealand, while coordinating closely with Region-Led Markets (RLM). This is a remote position based in Spain, Italy, or the UK, with expected international travel.
In this exciting role, you will lead the development and integration of internal and external communications strategies across the region, ensuring alignment with business priorities while strengthening and protecting the CST brand and reputation globally. You will serve as a trusted advisor to regional leadership and act as a key link between global communications strategy and local market execution, translating complex business and clinical topics into clear, compelling communications that engage employees and external stakeholders.
**Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:**
Serve as the primary communications partner to international leadership across Western Europe, Japan, and ANZ, providing strategic counsel on messaging, positioning, and stakeholder engagement Develop and lead integrated internal and external communications strategies aligned to business priorities, the Medtronic Mission, and CST objectives Oversee end-to-end planning and execution of regional communications programs, ensuring consistent narrative alignment across markets with flexibility for local customization Partner across Integrated Communications, Global Marketing, operating units, and in-country communicators to drive a coordinated u201cOne CSTu201d approach and ensure effective flow of priorities, insights, and feedback Advance and protect the companyu2019s reputation through media relations, thought leadership, product launch support, crisis communications, and market development initiatives Lead internal communications and employee engagement strategies that connect employees to business priorities, organizational changes, leadership messaging, and the broader CST mission Measure communications effectiveness and use insights to continuously refine strategies, strengthen message pull-through, and optimize impact across regions
**Required Knowledge and Experience:**
Bacheloru2019s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field Minimum of 7 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or integrated communications (or 5+ years with advanced degree) Proven experience developing and executing integrated communications strategies across multiple channels and audiences Good level in English Experience working in global or multi-market environments, with sensitivity to cultural and regional differences Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and counsel senior leaders Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Medtronic is committed to safeguarding the principle of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, as set out in Article 14 of the Constitution and Articles 17 and 18 of the Workers' Statute, as well as Organic Law 3/2007 of 22 March on effective equality between women and men and Law 4/2023 for the real and effective equality of transgender people and the protection of LGTBI rights. This commitment applies to all company personnel without exception. This is done with the understanding and conviction that equal treatment and opportunities in the workplace must be guaranteed, ultimately ensuring an inclusive working environment that advances the eradication of discrimination against LGTBI people and the absence of any direct or indirect discrimination on the grounds of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and those derived from maternity, family obligations and marital status.
**Physical Job Requirements**
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.u202f
**Benefits & Compensation**
**Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package**
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Pay range / Rango salarial / Intervalo salarial /Fascia retributiva / Tranche de salaire / Gehaltsband / Salaribereik: Italy: 66,400.00 EUR – 99,600.00 EUR | Spain: 65,600.00 EUR – 98,400.00 EUR | United Kingdom: 65,600.00 GBP – 98,400.00 GBP |
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
**About Medtronic**
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission u2014 to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life u2014 unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heartu2014 putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here (http://www.medtronic.com)
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission u2014 to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life u2014 unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heartu2014 putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
**We change lives** . Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. Thatu2019s who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives.
**We build extraordinary solutions as one team** . With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough.
**This life-changing career is yours to engineer** . By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you willu2026
**Build** a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world **Grow** a career reflective of your passion and abilities **Connect** to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning
These commitments set our team apart from the rest:
**Experiences that put people first** . Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need.
**Life-transforming technologies** . No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms.
**Better outcomes for our world** . Here, itu2019s about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls.
**Insight-driven care** . Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare settingu202fis considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support.
This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees) .
For updates on job applications, please go to the candidate login page and sign in to check your application status.
If you need assistance completing your application please email AskHR@medtronic.com
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At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. Youu2019ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
**A Day in the Life**
For our Global Communications team, we are seeking a Principal Communications Specialist to serve as a strategic communications leader for Medtronicu2019s Cranial & Spinal Technologies (CST) international business. This role supports Western Europe, Japan, and Australiau2013New Zealand, while coordinating closely with Region-Led Markets (RLM). This is a remote position based in Spain, Italy, or the UK, with expected international travel.
In this exciting role, you will lead the development and integration of internal and external communications strategies across the region, ensuring alignment with business priorities while strengthening and protecting the CST brand and reputation globally. You will serve as a trusted advisor to regional leadership and act as a key link between global communications strategy and local market execution, translating complex business and clinical topics into clear, compelling communications that engage employees and external stakeholders.
**Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:**
Serve as the primary communications partner to international leadership across Western Europe, Japan, and ANZ, providing strategic counsel on messaging, positioning, and stakeholder engagement Develop and lead integrated internal and external communications strategies aligned to business priorities, the Medtronic Mission, and CST objectives Oversee end-to-end planning and execution of regional communications programs, ensuring consistent narrative alignment across markets with flexibility for local customization Partner across Integrated Communications, Global Marketing, operating units, and in-country communicators to drive a coordinated u201cOne CSTu201d approach and ensure effective flow of priorities, insights, and feedback Advance and protect the companyu2019s reputation through media relations, thought leadership, product launch support, crisis communications, and market development initiatives Lead internal communications and employee engagement strategies that connect employees to business priorities, organizational changes, leadership messaging, and the broader CST mission Measure communications effectiveness and use insights to continuously refine strategies, strengthen message pull-through, and optimize impact across regions
**Required Knowledge and Experience:**
Bacheloru2019s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field Minimum of 7 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or integrated communications (or 5+ years with advanced degree) Proven experience developing and executing integrated communications strategies across multiple channels and audiences Good level in English Experience working in global or multi-market environments, with sensitivity to cultural and regional differences Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and counsel senior leaders Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Medtronic is committed to safeguarding the principle of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, as set out in Article 14 of the Constitution and Articles 17 and 18 of the Workers’ Statute, as well as Organic Law 3/2007 of 22 March on effective equality between women and men and Law 4/2023 for the real and effective equality of transgender people and the protection of LGTBI rights. This commitment applies to all company personnel without exception. This is done with the understanding and conviction that equal treatment and opportunities in the workplace must be guaranteed, ultimately ensuring an inclusive working environment that advances the eradication of discrimination against LGTBI people and the absence of any direct or indirect discrimination on the grounds of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and those derived from maternity, family obligations and marital status.
**Physical Job Requirements**
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.u202f
**Benefits & Compensation**
**Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package**
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Pay range / Rango salarial / Intervalo salarial /Fascia retributiva / Tranche de salaire / Gehaltsband / Salaribereik: Italy: 66,400.00 EUR – 99,600.00 EUR | Spain: 65,600.00 EUR – 98,400.00 EUR | United Kingdom: 65,600.00 GBP – 98,400.00 GBP |
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
**About Medtronic**
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission u2014 to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life u2014 unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heartu2014 putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here (http://www.medtronic.com)
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission u2014 to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life u2014 unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heartu2014 putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
**We change lives** . Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. Thatu2019s who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives.
**We build extraordinary solutions as one team** . With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough.
**This life-changing career is yours to engineer** . By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you willu2026
**Build** a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world **Grow** a career reflective of your passion and abilities **Connect** to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning
These commitments set our team apart from the rest:
**Experiences that put people first** . Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need.
**Life-transforming technologies** . No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms.
**Better outcomes for our world** . Here, itu2019s about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls.
**Insight-driven care** . Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You’re shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare settingu202fis considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support.
This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees) .
For updates on job applications, please go to the candidate login page and sign in to check your application status.
If you need assistance completing your application please email AskHR@medtronic.com
To request removal of your personal information from our systems please email RS.HRCompliance@medtronic.com…