Head of BioPharma Competitive Intelligence

Introduction to role:

Are you ready to shape the future of the BioPharma industry? We are seeking a visionary leader with strong industry expertise and sound business judgement to lead our Competitive Intelligence team across the R&D and commercial BioPharma organisation. This role is pivotal in shaping future-proofed strategies and delivering a sustainably differentiated portfolio. 

Accountabilities:

As the Head of BioPharma Competitive Intelligence, you will set the vision and ensure delivery of robust competitive intelligence across all BioPharma activities. You will be responsible for building, motivating and developing a team of competitive intelligence professionals. You will represent the voice of competitive intelligence at senior levels of the biopharma organisation. 

Essential Skills/Experience:

- Science related degree 
- 12+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical industry 
- Prior, direct experience of leading a CI (or similar) team covering both R&D and commercial aspects 
- Ability to deal with ambiguity and objectively challenge and influence senior stakeholders 
- Navigate complex internal relationships with the ability to overcome resistance 
- Ability to build credibility and constructive relationships across senior levels of the organisation 
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with confidence to present to and engage with senior level stakeholders 
- Demonstrated ability to influence and challenge senior level executives 

Desirable Skills/Experience:

- Deep expertise in relevant TA 
- Advanced degree holders who have a focus in decision analysis, statistics, business or medicine/science. 

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.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca, we are on a journey to bring life-saving medicines to patients. Our role in contributing to decreasing mortality rates globally is clear. We are shaping the future by spotting scientifically-led commercial opportunities and acting now to operationalise and scale them. We are driven by the solutions we bring to the healthcare ecosystem, making an impact at every step of the patient journey. We are constantly thinking big to answer new challenges, starting small and scaling fast. We lead Commercial to provide solutions that make a difference, improving our patients' experience and health outcomes.

Join us in our Biopharmaceuticals Business Unit where you can work with Oncology to learn and grow together. A place with an expanding BioPharmaceuticals and Oncology pipeline, we share learnings and synergies as we bring products to market together. Have the opportunity to build a diverse career with low borders between areas and opportunities to switch lanes easily.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now!

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.