SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

CAREER LEVEL: E1

Leverage technology to impact patients and ultimately save lives

Do you have expertise in, and passion for, information technology? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact the IT strategy in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? If so, AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

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 disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work.

ABOUT OUR IT TEAM

It’s a dynamic and results-oriented environment to work in – but that’s why we like it. There are countless opportunities to learn and grow, whether that’s exploring new technologies in hackathons, or redefining the roles and work of colleagues, forever. Shape your own path, with support all the way. Diverse minds that work cross- functionally and broadly together.

ABOUT THE ROLE

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Agree and deliver plans for small projects (or contribution to a section of a larger project), including activities, resources, costs, roles, responsibilities and quality as defined in the IT Project Management Methodology (ADF).
• In some of the engagements, selected candidates may need to support in the co-ordination role supporting Senior Programme/Project managers.
• May need to work during UK business hours as required by the Project.
• For small/sub projects, handle changes to project/programme scope, ensuring that all impacts and changes are approved and appropriately communicated to partners and review boards. Maintain relationships with business partners to ensure the effective capturing of business requirements and commitment to project/program objectives. Responsible for steering / partner meetings, communication of status, issues, and risks.
• Assist with managing project / programme budgets, forecasts, tasks, schedules, risks, organizational change, and status to support effective decisions and project reporting to stakeholders and review boards.
• Identify and assist with effective risk & issue management. Escalate risks and issues as appropriate.
• Ensure the project team adheres to all standards including ADF, quality, and compliance, as well as processes, defined technical capabilities, and standard methodologies.
• Support senior colleagues in the continued development of the project management capabilities and ensure that standard methodology is adopted and reinforced.
• Typical project cost in the range of $100k - $1m, with a project team of up to 12 people.
• Work collaboratively with:
• Supplier Management function to lead delivery of small-sized supplier contracts.
• Internal and External Suppliers to ensure delivery of agreed products and services while ensuring alignment to AZ project delivery standards
• Business partners to ensure the effective capturing of business requirements and commitment to project objectives

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Project Management skills
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Good business acuity with sensitivity to environment
• Familiar with project management and delivery methodologies and standards
• Fair understanding of technology terminology and SDLC framework
• A self-starter with high levels of drive, energy, resilience, and a desire for professional excellence
• Demonstrate flexibility, and the right attitudes and behaviours

Desirable

• Some experience of working with internal and third party suppliers.
• Experience leading small teams and activities.
• Agile, Lean & Six Sigma Skills

ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIRED

• Some experience of working with internal and third party suppliers.
• Experience leading small teams and activities.
• Agile, Lean & Six Sigma Skills

WHY JOIN US ?

We’re a network of ambitious self-starters who give to something far bigger. We enable AstraZeneca to perform at its peak by delivering extraordinary technology and data solutions.

We’re not afraid to take ownership and run with it. Empowered with unrivalled freedom. Put simply, it’s because we make a significant impact. Everything we do matters.

SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

Are you already envisioning yourself joining our team? Good, because we’d love to hear from you! Click the link to apply and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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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.