Overview
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. We’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work.
About the Organization
The Global Business Service (GBS) team sits within Finance at AstraZeneca and provides a range of enterprise-wide services. We aim to reimagine how we work by enabling the business to push the boundaries of science and deliver life-changing medicines, through time and cost savings, value protection, and new capabilities.
The Role
Communications Manager, Global Business Services is responsible for implementing a communications and engagement plan to position GBS identity within the group, shaping and communicating GBS’ bold ambition, and translating this to GBS colleagues to ensure they successfully deliver their priorities. The ideal candidate will understand the linkage between AstraZeneca achieving its bold ambition and the GBS role in freeing up time and money for the organization to achieve its ambition. They will use strong influencing and collaboration skills to create an environment where employees feel connected to the business and demonstrate the same in their thinking and behavior.
Key Accountabilities
* Strategic Communications: Develop and execute a comprehensive, end-to-end communications strategy, aligned with GBS and organizational priorities.
* Engagement Planning: Create and manage a robust communication calendar, incorporating creative and innovative ways to engage employees across geographies and levels.
* Leadership Collaboration: Partner with Leadership Teams and key stakeholders to deliver engaging forums such as Town Halls or team-wide events, leveraging cutting-edge tools and technologies.
* Content Creation: Craft compelling written, visual, and multimedia communications to support strategic priorities and business updates.
* Data driven decision: Regularly gather employee feedback to evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies and adjust as needed to ensure clarity, alignment, and impact.
* Local Engagement: Work with site leads to embed site-specific communication strategies, ensuring alignment and consistency across locations.
* Service-Specific Messaging: Develop tailored communication strategies for service offerings, ensuring each service area is effectively represented and understood.
* Storytelling & Leadership Support: Support leadership teams in creating impactful stories and narratives for key stakeholders, including content for organizational leadership forums and updates.
* Customer Engagement: Enhance employee and customer engagement through service launches, promotions, and ongoing campaigns, strengthening relationships and driving satisfaction.
* Change Enablement: Lead the design and implementation of change communication strategies, ensuring seamless transitions and fostering alignment during periods of organizational transformation.
* Event management: Manage and execute site, hybrid, and online events.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in Communications, Organizational Development, or a related field, ideally within fast-paced, evolving environments.
* Strong background in managing global communication projects, with a focus on employee engagement and experience.
* Demonstrated ability to use analytics and data to inform storytelling, drive decision-making, and influence leadership.
* Highly curious, collaborative, and detail-oriented, with exceptional project management and organizational skills.
* Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to craft and deliver clear and engaging verbal and written communications.
* Proficient in the latest digital communication platforms and tools, with a solid understanding of emerging technologies and their business applications.
* Adept at simplifying complex concepts to ensure alignment and understanding across diverse audiences.
* Strong business acumen and the ability to engage effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
Desirable Skills & Experience
* Experience in a shared services within a global organization.
* Familiarity with the pharmaceutical industry or similarly complex, global organizations.
Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. You are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.
What’s next?
* Are you ready to join our team? We can’t wait to hear from you.
* If you’re curious to know more, we encourage your application, no later than the closing date.
Date Posted
10-out.-2025
Closing Date
29-nov.-2025
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with a wide range of perspectives, and harnessing industry-leading skills. 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.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Business Development and Sales
Industries
* Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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