At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves in crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and globally. Recognising the importance of individualised flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our working spaces are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategise, brainstorm and connect on key projects. Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking bold action to solve some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention. The Role: Join us as a Project Manager in the Transformation Management Office (TMO). This role is a key player in managing and driving transformation and improvement projects within our Research & Development (R&D) Biopharmaceutical Clinical Operations function and across R&D. With a global remit and a wide runway for value addition, you'll have a highly visible area of responsibility and will contribute to the development and maintenance of project management standards and guidelines for project teams. Reporting to the Head of Transformation Management, you will be accountable for the projects you support, with the authority to run them on a day-to-day basis. Accountabilities: As a Project Manager, you will support the Head of the TMO and the wider leadership team on activities related to project management, across multiple programs. Lead large-scale projects directly, taking charge of full scope and deployment activities. Spearhead transformative initiatives from conception to execution, leveraging your expertise and leadership to drive impactful outcomes. You will also manage and oversee transformation and improvement projects, ensuring seamless integration across our various function in R&D. Essential Skills/Experience: Degree in business or scientific field (or Project Management related field) Expertise in programme/project management, with a proven track record Strong communication and relationship building skills with the ability to influence others to achieve objectives Experience of defining the business strategies and influencing the key stakeholders of the vision for the business area Strong networking/consulting skills with good internal/external links Ability to interpret and communicate technical information into business language and in alignment with AstraZeneca business Proven track record in delivering high risk programme/projects and decision maing Ability to convince and manage negotiations across a complex group Desirable Skills/Experience: Strong experience in transformation type projects with a deep understanding and practical application of design thinking principles and methodologies to drive innovation, user-centric solutions, and customer experience enhancements Robust understanding of processes with a significant emphasis on R&D Formal qualifications in project management, change management, and/or process improvement methodologies Experience of working in a global organisation with complex/geographical context Pharmaceutical Industry experience Great People want to Work with us! Find out why: GTAA Top Employer Award for 10 years Top 100 Employers Award Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Learn more about working with us in Canada View our YouTube channel Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today! AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com. Date Posted 27-Jun-2024 Closing Date 04-Jul-2024 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. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.
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