Head of Corporate Affairs

Do you have expertise in, and passion for Corporate Affairs & Government Affairs? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact an organization that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

It’s an exciting time for our team as we redefine the future, working towards our vision to be the leader in Cardiovascular, Renal, Metabolism, Respiratory and Immunology by 2025. Get to make your mark as you do something rewarding for patients, healthcare and our wider society. Jump in and be a part of it.

What you’ll do

Ensures communication/CA strategies are implemented and adhered to in a functional or geographical area. May participate or lead a small project team designing or improving communication strategies or campaigns.

Typical Accountabilities:

• Leads the development and delivery of a robust global Public Relations strategy for a portfolio of brands, or aids the development of these strategies through expert technical support

• Interacts with regulatory bodies and government officials to influence decisions and allows AstraZeneca to respond proactively to anticipated changes

• Owns key relationships with officials and regulators and ensures these are properly maintained and strengthened

• Oversees all external communications for one or several functions, or a portfolio of brands

• Protects and enhances the reputation of AstraZeneca Brands and AstraZeneca businesses through delivery and implementation of AstraZeneca approach to brand issues management in close collaboration with Commercial Leaders, Research and Development Leaders, Legal and Regulatory and other communication groups

• Provides senior public relations counsel on an ad hoc basis to all brand teams within brand portfolio and other teams as required

• Employs internal and external contacts to gain an understanding of the most complex and important developments in the legislative, regulatory or public policy environment and communicates these internally to brand managers and other colleagues

• Helps brand leaders develop communications strategies that are consistent with their brand strategies and the local, national and global communications strategy

• Develops processes to collect data and feedback on the effectiveness and success of past regulatory submissions, lobbying efforts and internal and external communications programs

• Ensures brand communications alignment and interaction with Corporate Affairs, Investor Relations, Regions, Marketing Companies, Research and Development, other Senior Executive functions and internal communication functions, and interacts with representatives from those functions as and when appropriate

• Supports Country President Communications Excellence in driving capability and best practice globally

• Leads the development of global press release for material information in relation to brands in support of Senior Executives and Disclosure Committee

• May performance manages several communications professionals across portfolio of brands

Essential for the role

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or a related field

• Considerable experience in one or more areas of communications or Corporate affairs

• Expertise in one or more area of internal or external corporate communications

• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry

• Experience managing Public Relations or Communications in a number of brands and at different stages of the lifecycle

• Understanding and experience of digital and social media

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours.

• If you’re curious to know more then please reach out to Aziza Fitriani. We welcome your application.

Where can I find out more?

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.