Building on trust keeps Abbott at the top

BEING recognised as one of Ireland’s best workplaces for the eighth year in a row is a rare achievement, and an honour that Abbott Ireland does not take lightly. Margaret Morrissey, Country HR Director, credits the company’s commitment to progressive work practices as central to its continued success in this area.

“We focus on three key areas — building trust, helping people to succeed and instilling a common sense of purpose,” she says. “Cultivating trust is an integral element of our business. Open, honest and frequent communication is essential, and this in turn allows us to build a great workplace.”

Providing an environment conducive to allowing employees realise their full potential, allied to a substantial investment in learning and development programmes, has enabled the Abbott workforce to grow and succeed at every level in the organisation, she believes. “We also seek to instil a common sense of purpose amongst our workforce, demonstrating to employees how their contributions make a real difference in the lives of patients, customers and all our stakeholders.”