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&D’s 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.
5-7 years of relevant experience
Proven experience of working in a fast-paced 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 high-quality outputs.
High level of integrity, able to handle highly confidential information.
Proactive with high levels of self-motivation 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 life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn’t mean we’re 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 $138, 400- 207,600 USD as an annual base salary. Hourly and salaried non-exempt 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, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term 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 “at-will 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 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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Date Posted

11-Mar-2025

Closing Date

17-Mar-2025Our 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.