Director Global Internal Communications Oncology RD
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Director Global Internal Communications Oncology R&D
Gaithersburg MD
Global Corporate Affairs
Hybrid Work on average 3 days a week from office
At AstraZeneca we have a bold ambition to one day eliminate cancer as a cause of death. We are seeking a Global Internal Communications Director to join us and help bring our Oncology ambition and strategy to life. In this role you will help build employee understanding of and belief in our Oncology R&D strategy and progress. You will be a core member of the Oncology R&D Communications team while collaborating with other teams across AstraZeneca in particular the Oncology Corporate and Internal Communications and Global Oncology Product Communication teams. You will provide advice and guidance on internal communications matters and coach executives and senior leaders to deliver effective communications.
Accountabilities/Duties:
Highlight progress towards Oncology R&Ds scorecard goals strategic priorities and Oncology ambition.
In collaboration with product communication leads create timely internal posts for pipeline milestones including major approvals submissions regulatory designations pivotal readouts and key data presentations.
Lead on the development of updates to share our quarterly pipeline progress internally.
Identify other opportunities to amplify achievements and the teams behind them e.g. site town halls EOY webcast.
Lead on communication for key Oncology R&D change programmes.
Advise coach and counsel internal stakeholders including senior leaders on events/issues that need to be communicated internally.
Pull through Enterprise and Global Internal Comms initiatives to Oncology R&D.
Measurement of effectiveness of communication approaches provision of analysis and recommendations to drive continuous improvements.
Essential for the role:
PhD degree to provide strong scientific understanding with experience of working in Oncology.
57 years of relevant experience
Proven experience of working in a fastpaced global communications team.
Established track record of delivering impactful content rich internal communications programmes across multiple channels and stakeholders with demonstrable measures of success.
Experience of managing different stakeholder relationships confident at forging trusted relationships at a senior level.
Ability to clearly articulate complex scientific information into effective and compelling communication that is appropriate for different audiences.
Sound judgement combined with good interpersonal and influencing skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Strong social and digital skills and knowledge of technology options.
Manage conflicting priorities stakeholder and colleague expectations and deliver consistently highquality outputs.
High level of integrity able to handle highly confidential information.
Proactive with high levels of selfmotivation and personal accountability bringing enthusiasm and energy to team peer group and tasks.
Desirable for the role:
MSc or MBA degree
Office Working Requirements
When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire lifechanging medicines. Inperson working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $00 USD as an annual base salary. Hourly and salaried nonexempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. In addition our positions offer a shortterm incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equitybased longterm incentive program (salaried roles)to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles) and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program 401(k) plan; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and health benefits including medical prescription drug dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an atwill position and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay(as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.
Equal Opportunities
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 industryleading 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 nondiscrimination in employment (and recruitment) as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
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Date Posted
11Mar2025Closing Date
17Mar2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations please complete the section in the application form.Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
