Change Management Director

Location: Barcelona

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 strategize, 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.

About the Role:

Are you an experienced Change Management Professional seeking an opportunity to apply your expertise in a world-leading clinical operations function?

The Biopharmaceuticals Clinical Operations Transformation Management Office (TMO) is a global department within AstraZeneca R&D. We are a collaborative and inclusive community where curious and passionate individuals are committed to enabling the discovery of new medicines.

The TMO is currently seeking a talented and highly motivated individual to lead Change Management on transformation programmes and projects.

You will join the TMO leadership team with peers leading on transformation, change, communications and process improvement

As the Director of Change Management, you will be joined by a team of change management professionals focused on the delivery of global reaching change and transformation programmes.

You will be responsible for providing change management leadership and support on one or more change programme; to successfully prepare, manage and sustain change through application of change strategies, tools and best practise experience.

The role will provide the opportunity to partner with transformation, communications, training and process improvement colleague focused on the same transformation outcomes across the TMO.

Essential criteria

• Degree in business related field or scientific field

• Significant experience in managing and leading large and complex change transformation programmes and projects

• Consistent record of preparing, managing and sustaining change in a business setting

• Experience of strong partnership and coaching skills with senior executive leaders Experience of partnering with communications and training leads to deliver successful transformation

• Strong influencing, networking, and team working skills

• A proven track record of delivering tasks in a timely manner

• Experience in stakeholder management across complex organisations/and or global settings

Desirable criteria

• Formal qualifications in change management, project management, and/or process improvement methodologies
• Experience of managing a team, either through line management or in a project setting
• Experience of working with consultants and external providers
• Experience of working in a global organisation with complex/geographical context
• Pharmaceutical R&D experience

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca, we 're dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development.

Date Posted

26-jun-2024

Closing Date

26-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.