About AbbVie
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 including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARY
AbbVie Tumoohy Talent is an early career pathway designed for recent graduates.
The journey begins with a shadow and project for a 2-month period, during which participants will gain exposure to AbbVie through shadowing opportunities, structured learning, and a business project.
Following completion of the project, you will then progress into our rotational development program as a Therapeutics/ Aesthetics Associate (or Business Associate).
As a Therapeutics/ Aesthetics Associate you will rotate across two, rotations across key business areas, such as Product Sales & Marketing; and Customer Excellence & Market Access. The two year-program, on a fixed-term contract is designed to accelerate your development and prepare you for a future leadership role in AbbVie’s commercial function.
As a Business Associate you will rotate across two, rotations across key business areas, such as Human Resources; and Finance & Supply. The two year-program, on a fixed-term contract is designed to accelerate your development and prepare you for a future leadership role in AbbVie’s support function.
What does our program offer:
- A Shadow and Capstone project, that gives you exposure to AbbVie’s business and culture, along with opportunities to shadow colleagues across relevant functions. This will support your onboarding and understanding of the pharmaceutical industry.
- Structured rotational program designed to prepare you for the workplace through:
- meaningful and impactful project assignments
- networking opportunities and exposure to senior leaders
- business and development overviews
- team-based networking activities and social events
Alter for AA, to be different functions and prepare for future AA roles
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Graduates (any discipline) with a passion for healthcare or life sciences and excited to be a part of the future within our global organization.
- Curiosity, adaptability and a growth mindset
- Innovative, creative and a drive to challenge the status quo
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Strategic thinking and strong problem-solving abilities
- Leadership potential
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Rotational Assignments
Work closely with team members to understand business processes, contribute to key projects (self-owned and directed), and develop practical expertise in each area.
Cross Functional Collaboration
Work with colleagues across different function (e.g., medical, regulatory, finance) to deliver key business initiatives that improve outcomes for patients and customers. You will support project team and contribute to multidisciplinary initiatives.
Alter for AA to be different functions + to mission to help inspire confidence within
Projects to build Strategic and Analytical skills
Take ownership of assigned projects or workstreams, analyse market data and business challenges, propose creative solutions, and communicate insights to senior stakeholders to drive informed decision-making.
Develop a strong, broad understanding on the Pharmaceutical Sector
Gain exposure to AbbVie’s products, business models, customer insights and market challenges. Done through hands-on learning.
Alter to Aesthetics portfolio
Receive mentorship
Benefit from one-on-one mentorship and coaching, participate in formal training workshops, join networking events and receive continuous feedback to accelerate your professional development.
CAPABILITIES
- Understanding of the healthcare sector – Aesthetics sector.
- Analytical and strategic mindset.
- Strong English proficiency.
- Arabic proficiency.
- Foundational level of commercial acumen.
- Use of Microsoft.
EXPERIENCES
No experience required however candidates can have at least 1 year experience in a similar industry.
EDUCATION
A degree (Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration , Biomedical, Pharmacy, or Science or any relevant degree.)
Equivalent experience with a strong understanding/passion of/for the industry.
BEHAVIOURS
- Curious
- Innovative
- Team player
- Strong communicator
- Adaptable
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Full Right to Work in the UAE.
- Full Driving License by the start of the program.
- Flexibility regarding location, willing to relocate to Dubai if needed or no issues with commuting if residing in another Emirate.
- Local graduate requirement : Emirati National with UAE Family Book.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Biomedical Science, Pharmacy, Science, or a relevant field
- Strong English proficiency
- Arabic proficiency
- Understanding of the healthcare or aesthetics sector
- Analytical and strategic mindset
- Foundational commercial acumen
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Curiosity, adaptability, innovation, and growth mindset
- Full right to work in the UAE
- Emirati National with UAE Family Book
- Full driving license by the start of the program
- Willingness to relocate to Dubai or commute from another Emirate
- No prior experience required; up to one year of similar-industry experience may be accepted
AbbVie Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AbbVie and has not been reviewed or approved by AbbVie.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are portrayed as a standout, with a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 6% and an additional annual company contribution based on age and service. Feedback suggests this materially boosts perceived total compensation for many U.S. employees.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and caregiver leave are emphasized, including up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all parents and 4 weeks of paid caregiver leave in the U.S. Feedback suggests these policies are a meaningful differentiator for employees balancing family needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as extensive, with tiered vacation that scales with tenure, 17 company holidays, and two paid volunteer days in the U.S. Feedback suggests the breadth of leave contributes notably to overall benefits satisfaction.
AbbVie Insights
What We Do
AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating medicines and solutions that put impact first — for patients, communities, and our world. We aim to address complex health issues and enhance people's lives through our core therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, aesthetics and other areas of unmet need.
