Policy Shaping Associate Director

الرياض - السعودية

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تاريخ النشر: أمس

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JOB TITLE

Public Policy Associate Director

Job Location: Riyadh

Reports To: Corporate Affairs Director

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 worlds most serious diseases. But were more than one of the worlds leading pharmaceutical companies.

SITE DESCRIPTION

AstraZeneca is experiencing a significant transformation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia driven by a commitment to advancing healthcare innovation and sustainable growth. Building on our global legacy AZ KSA is rapidly evolving its operations to better serve patients collaborate with healthcare stakeholders and contribute to the ambitious goals outlined in the Saudi Vision 2030. We are investing in talent digital solutions and new ways of working; all designed to enhance our impact on patient outcomes and reinforce our leadership in therapeutic areas. This dynamic environment calls for visionary agile professionals who thrive in change and are motivated to help shape the future of healthcare in KSA.

ROLE SUMMARY

ThePublic Policy Associate Directoris responsible for shaping executing and advancing AstraZenecas policy and advocacy strategy in support of the business units portfolio and objectives. Reporting to the Gulf Corporate Affairs Director this leadership role focuses on analyzing and influencing the external policy environment identifying opportunities and risks and guiding the organizations engagement with critical stakeholders. The position works cross-functionally with commercial medical regulatory and government affairs colleagues to support patient access drive business priorities and ensure alignment with AstraZenecas mission and values.

What youll do

Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the policy landscape affecting AstraZenecas disease products anticipating emerging trends and regulatory changes.
Monitor relevant legislation regulations and advocacy activities to ensure compliance and proactively address potential risks to the business units interests.
Lead the design implementation and evaluation of public policy and advocacy projects that advance therapeutic access reimbursement and innovation for the respective therapy area(s).
Assess and grow internal policy shaping capabilities with a particular focus on ensuring alignment between national priorities and our therapy area-specific objectives.
Ensuring KSA policy strategies are aligned with AstraZenecas global policy framework and contribute to broader corporate affairs strategy and must wins.
Build and sustain relationships with key external stakeholders including policymakers senior government officials patient advocacy groups medical societies NGOs and industry associations.
Serve as a strategic advisor to cross-functional teams ensuring alignment between policy priorities and business goals. Act as a subject matter expert for policy-related input into brand plans regulatory submissions market access and lifecycle management.
Develop impactful policy position statements white papers briefings and other communication materials for internal and external audiences.
Track and report key policy and advocacy outcomes supporting continuous improvement in strategy and execution.

Essential for the role

Bachelors degree in Public Health Pharmacy Life Sciences or a related discipline required; Masters degree in Public Policy Health Economics or a relevant field strongly preferred.
Minimum of 3 years experience in healthcare policy government affairs or advocacy roles with proven success in the pharmaceutical biotech or healthcare sector.
Experience influencing public policy at national and/or international levels including shaping legislative frameworks.
Strong knowledge of regulatory and reimbursement environments relevant to AstraZenecas therapy areas.
Familiarity with market access pricing and reimbursement challenges in innovative therapeutics.
Exceptional analytical interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional initiatives.
Strategic thinker results-oriented and adept at navigating ambiguous and evolving policy environments.
Ability to represent AstraZeneca externally with credibility and impact.
High agility in stakeholder management and consensus-building across diverse groups.

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca were dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. Theres 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. Were on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So whats next

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team Good because we cant 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 its yours.

Where can I find out more

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Date Posted

03-Apr-2026

Closing Date

14-Apr-2026

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 authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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JOB TITLE Public Policy Associate DirectorJob Location: RiyadhReports To: Corporate Affairs DirectorABOUT ASTRAZENECAAstraZeneca is a global science-led patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the...