At AstraZeneca we are guided in our work by a strong set of values, and we're resetting expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. By truly following the science, we pioneer new methods, new thinking and bring unexpected teams together. Every one of our employees makes a difference to patient lives every day. In Global Sustainability you may not feel you're at the front line of research but your role in changing patients' lives is critical. Our mission is ambitious and it takes the skills of a collaborative team to really deliver on what science can do and to always put patients first.
 

We need great people who share our passion for science and have the drive and determination to meet the unmet needs of patients around the world. If you're swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you're our kind of person.

Junior Public Affairs & Government Affairs Manager

Typical Accountabilities

• Contributes to multiple Corporate Affairs and communications projects to help AstraZeneca communicate important corporate messages to internal and external stakeholders
• Contributes to engagements with key internal or external groups, such as sales teams, external charities, government lobbyists and regulators
• Carries out research, either individually or as part of a team, into more complex areas of government legislation, regulation, managed markets or public policy
• Liaises with brand managers and other internal colleagues to explain how internal or external developments can affect their brands or areas of responsibility
• Helps brand leaders develop communications programs and strategies tied to their respective brand strategies
• Builds and participates in internal and external networks to share information in the legislative, regulatory or public policy arena and disseminate best practices internally
• May manage data information systems to keep track of external relations with various social groups or charities
• May engage with lobbyists or government or regulatory officials
• May oversee the regulatory submissions for particular product categories or brands
• May have budget management responsibilities
• May be responsible for communicating with and organising external vendors and service providers
• Acts as a resource in one or more areas of Corporate Governance, helping managers and other colleagues resolve more complex Corporate Affairs and communication related issues

Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Essential

• 2 years’ experience in Government Affairs area
• Some experience in communications or corporate affairs
• Understanding of new media, especially social networks
• Expertise in one or more area(s) of internal or external corporate communications
• Legal faculty is a must

Desirable

• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• Bachelor’s degree in public affairs, communications or a related field
• Other CEE language nice to have

Key Relationships to reach solutions:

Internal : Colleagues within the corporate affairs function, Brand Leadership Teams

External: External Service Providers, Government and regulatory contacts, Charities and not-for–profit organisations

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer.  AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

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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.