Job Description

Director, Corporate Communications, International

Location: Singapore, Zug, Dubai

Competitive salary and benefits package

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused pharmaceutical company that is committed to transforming the future of healthcare by unlocking the power of what science can do, for People, Society and the Planet.

AstraZeneca, one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading healthcare company, is recruiting for a Director, Corporate Communications, International to take forward AstraZeneca\xe2\x80\x99s corporate communications strategy in the International region (Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and Latin America). This critical role will be responsible for proactively shaping and telling the AstraZeneca story across international markets, positioning AstraZeneca as a healthcare leader and partner of choice in addressing the world\xe2\x80\x99s most serious public health issues.

Reporting to the Senior Director, International Communications, the role with be based in one of the company\xe2\x80\x99s regional hubs and work as part of a cross-functional team and in partnership with priority markets and global functions. If you are a seasoned healthcare communications professional, we would love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities:

Develop and execute a corporate communications strategy to advance and protect AstraZeneca\xe2\x80\x99s reputation across International markets, building and maintaining a positive corporate brand image

Drive the development and refresh of the International corporate narrative and messaging, and support the markets with the information, knowledge and tools to bring this narrative to life across key stakeholder groups

Establish the strategic annual communications plan for key international senior leaders, working with and developing them as spokespeople and advocates

Develop and place thought leadership to influence healthcare system transformation

Manage a suite of communications collaterals and tools such as corporate materials, editorial calendars, and milestones calendars

Ensure International markets uphold corporate brand standards and guidelines

Proactively identify and manage potential issues and develop issues management strategies

Support the roll-out and implementation of key global initiatives

Develop and manage a measurement framework and tools to bring consistency to our reporting across multiple markets and the International region

Oversee reputation research and leverage insights to shape programming

Develop and implement strategies for uplifting and diversifying the communication capabilities across the International region

Lead the International digital communications strategy, working with markets to uplift capabilities

Manage programmes, agencies, budgets and timelines for key projects

Qualifications and skills

University degree required, preferably in journalism/communications, marketing, science or business

Extensive experience in a similar role at corporate or in the public sector, with market experience; agency experience a plus

Experience in the pharmaceutical industry including an understanding of the pharmaceutical healthcare industry in Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa and Latin America is preferred

Experience working in a dynamic and matrix environment and an ability to think with a global and regional mindset

Strong content development skills, including excellent English writing skills

Ability to work and collaborate effectively with people from all backgrounds and cultures

Solution orientated, decisive by nature and resourceful in the approach. Able to manage complexity, multiple priorities, and programmes at the same time

Demonstrable ability to drive programmes/initiatives and influence business leaders and external stakeholders and move an agenda forward to resolution and action

Deep understanding and experience with digital and social platforms including LinkedIn and Workplace

Strong experience in leading management of reputational risks, issues, and crisis, ensuring business preparedness

Demonstrable experience leading on reporting, measurement and evaluation of a PR/Communications team

Experience in managing budgets and schedules

Possess a high degree of integrity, professional maturity and sense of confidentiality

Ability to develop and maintain strong internal and external relationships at all levels

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There\xe2\x80\x99s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We\xe2\x80\x99re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what\xe2\x80\x99s next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can\xe2\x80\x99t wait to hear from you!

Where can I find out more?

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Job open date: 09/02/2023
Job closing date: 24/02/2023

Date Posted 09-Feb-2023

Closing Date 23-Feb-2023

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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