Communications Program Manager Jobs in Minnesota

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Medtronic Neuromodulation is looking for a strategic and execution-focused communicator to lead the development and delivery of global integrated communications programs in our Neuromodulation business. The ideal candidate is a skilled communications professional and marketer with deep experience in global campaign development, content strategy, high-value content development, and cross-functional collaboration in a highly regulated environment. This role will develop global campaigns with content that resonates across channels and regions to drive awareness, strengthen brand equity, and drive portfolio differentiation with core audiences.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and execute integrated communications strategies that align with business priorities, elevate the Neuromodulation brand, and support therapy and product marketing goals.

• Create high-value content across formats and channels including landing pages, webinars, videos, social posts, emails, and sales enablement tools-that bring our value story to life for patients, physicians, and healthcare partners.

• Shape differentiated messaging and value propositions for key audiences, helping to position our therapies, products, and technology with clarity and impact.

• Translate global strategy into regionally relevant campaigns by partnering closely with regional teams.

• Collaborate with internal creative partners and agency teams to concept, design, and deliver compelling, compliant, and on-brand assets.

• Leverage AI tools to improve content personalization, production efficiency, and performance insights across campaigns.

• Align with product marketing, clinical, medical education, and regulatory teams to ensure message and content accuracy and consistency.

• Define KPIs, track performance, and recommend optimizations to ensure communications are delivered against business and brand objectives.

• Ensure all materials meet brand, legal, and regulatory standards while advancing our purpose-driven mission.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Nice to Have

• Degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or related field.

• Experience in healthcare and/or medical devices

• Strong strategic thinking and storytelling ability, with a track record of building campaigns that deliver measurable results.

• Experience driving campaigns in highly regulated markets.

• Consumer marketing experience.

• Experience managing global campaigns and working across complex stakeholder groups.

• Outstanding writing and content development skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences and formats.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

• Working knowledge of healthcare industry compliance, regulatory, and legal requirements.

• Familiarity with platforms such as Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), Workfront, or equivalent tools is a plus.

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

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.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life-where your unique background and perspective are valued.

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.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$116,800.00 - $175,200.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance,Health Savings Account,Healthcare Flexible Spending Account,Life insurance, Long-term disability leave,Dependent daycare spending account,Tuition assistance/reimbursement, andSimple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match,Short-term disability,Paid time off,Paid holidays,Employee Stock Purchase Plan,Employee Assistance Program,Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

About Medtronic

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Our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
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