Why choose AstraZeneca Spain?
AstraZeneca Spain is a rising force in our global business. With headquarters in Madrid and our global hub in Barcelona, we’ve become an important international centre of excellence in the fight against critical disease. Boasting vibrant universities and business schools, the Barcelona ecosystem is a place where scientists can thrive. We attract a diverse workforce from across the globe, shining a beacon for innovation in a country that’s committed to clinical development.
We invite you to bring your talents to Barcelona where our respiratory medicine R&D and Global Marketing centre offers opportunities in R&D, IT, Commercial and HR. Or join us in Madrid and shape our growth in our BUs (Respiratory, Oncology & CVRM ), and a range of Corporate functions. Additionally, you can find sales roles throughout the country. Together, we’re contributing to a world-leading pipeline of therapeutics and delivering life-changing medicines to patients.
Who do we look for?
Calling all tech innovators, ownership takers, challenge seekers and proactive collaborators. At AstraZeneca Spain, breakthroughs born in the lab become transformative medicine for the world's most complex diseases. Alongside technical expertise, colleagues have the resilience, energy and collaborative mindset to change lanes, work with different teams and start projects from scratch.
Here, diverse minds and bold disruptors can meaningfully impact the future of healthcare using cutting-edge technology. Whether you join us in Madrid or Barcelona, you can make a tangible impact within a global biopharmaceutical company that invests in your future. Join a talented global team that's powering AstraZeneca to better serve patients every day.
Success Profile
Ready to make an impact in your career? If you're passionate, growth-orientated and a true team player, we'll help you succeed. Here are some of the skills and capabilities we look for.
Diverse collaborators
This is a speak-up culture that values collaboration. You’ll proactively bring your unique perspectives, experiences and skills to the table and seek the same from others. With our international team composition and the need for fast-paced collaboration, you’ll always be building new connections with colleagues.
Cutting-edge innovators
When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that embraces digital technology and data to transform the way we work and the work we do. Every day, you’ll help make history, empowered to ignite your creativity and build something enduring.
Resilient trailblazers
Here, the answers aren’t always available. So, you’ll need to bring a fearless, self-starter mindset to navigate uncharted territories. You’ll harness your ceaseless energy to discover and make the necessary connections with colleagues to shape the future and achieve maximum impact.
Agile movers
Seize ownership and excel with autonomy to enjoy the constant rush of ground-breaking discovery. Your ability to anticipate sudden shifts and adapt swiftly will prove critical as you make your mark in an environment that rewards initiative and resilience.
Responsibilities
Role Barcelona onsite - 3 days at the office / 2 days at home
The ‘Enterprise AI Governance Policy Manager’ is a high-profile role to drive forward AstraZeneca’s work to ensure that AI is developed, deployed and used in a safe, responsible and ethical way. This is a unique opportunity to lead innovative and cutting-edge work, which makes a meaningful difference to our organisation.
You will become a core part of AstraZeneca’s Enterprise AI Governance team, which is part of the Enterprise Data Office. The mission of Enterprise AI Governance is to ensure that AstraZeneca can maximise the value of AI, whilst managing risks, complying with regulations and protecting our business and patients.
In this role, you will lead work which enables AstraZeneca to prepare for, and comply with, AI regulations and standards. This will involve developing new policies and guidance, designing and delivering AI training and education, reviewing and advising on sensitive AI use cases, and tracking and reporting on compliance maturity levels across the company.
You will be a subject matter in AI regulations, like EU AI Act, as well as regulations in other jurisdictions like China, the U.S. and beyond. Crucially, you will leverage your knowledge to ensure that our AI governance framework and processes are enabling effective AI regulatory compliance. Finally, you will engage externally to position AZ as a leader in this space and shape the regulatory environment.
This is a highly visible role with ample opportunities to develop a global network and influential voice, both internally and externally. You will work closely with technical colleagues from across the AI and Data Science ecosystem, as well as colleagues in functions including Legal, Compliance and AI strategy.
This is an exciting time to work in AI at AstraZeneca, as rapid advances in the field are revolutionising the way we work. Guided by our values of ethical and responsible data and AI use, new technologies enable us to push the boundaries of science to deliver better medicines and treatments, more quickly, to more patients. They also ensure we can build a sustainable future for people, society, and the planet. With over 700 AI and data science practitioners and over 400 active AI projects at AZ, there are tremendous opportunities for growth in this space.
Accountabilities
Responsibilities will be expected to evolve over time as our approach to AI Governance matures. They will include but will not be restricted to leading and carrying out:
- Develop and update AI governance policies, standards, guidelines and processes.
- Track and monitor global AI regulatory developments.
- Lead work to update and maintain AstraZeneca’s Enterprise AI Catalogue and associated processes.
- Produce metrics reports and data visualisations on AI governance, risk and compliance.
- Deliver workshops, presentations and educational sessions on AI governance and compliance.
- Develop training and educational materials on AI governance and responsible AI.
- Forge partnerships and alliances with AI, data and governance stakeholders across AstraZeneca.
- Undertake AI governance assurance and risk assessment reviews of AI projects and use cases.
- Evaluate AI governance compliance with targeted audit and assurance activities.
- Identify and implement innovative ways to modernise and streamline AI governance processes, with new tools and technology.
Essential Skills/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (e.g., Law, Public Policy, Ethics, Data Science and AI etc.).
- 5+ years of relevant work experience.
- Experience working in policy, governance and/or compliance in a business environment.
- Understanding of the AI policy and regulatory environment. This includes an understanding of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks applying to AI (e.g. EU AI Act, China AI laws etc.).
- Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
- Experience delivering training and education sessions.
- Superb communication and social skills – able to collaborate closely with employees at all levels. Adept at engaging with senior leaders and important stakeholders.
- Sound judgement, with ability to make complex decisions and provide guidance and feedback on sensitive issues.
- Demonstrable ability to communicate and explain complex issues to a non-technical audience.
- Ability to work under stress and manage conflicting priorities.
Desirable Skills/Experience
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- Postgraduate degree in relevant field (e.g., Law, Public Policy, Ethics, Data Science and AI etc.).
- Demonstrable knowledge of and direct experience working on AI governance is preferred.
- Experience working in a senior governance role is preferred.
- Technical knowledge and understanding of AI, data science and machine learning.
- Deep, practical understanding of the EU AI Act.
Join us at this crucial stage of our journey in becoming a digital and data-led enterprise. Apply today!
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.
Reasons to Join
Thomas Mathisen
There are many things I enjoy when working at AstraZeneca, mainly the Speak up culture, the great colleagues that are in my teams, the great products that AstraZeneca provides to our patients and the challenging conversations I have around our medicines.
Christine Recchio
Working at AstraZeneca has impacted my life in such a positive way. I now have an improved work-life balance through creating my own schedule and time management, I feel a balance that I didn’t have before.
Stephanie Ling
There are a lot of reasons why I enjoy working in AstraZeneca, my colleagues being one of them. My team members and the managers have provided a great deal of guidance in helping me to be more confident in my daily work.
What we offer
We're driven by our shared values of serving people, society and the planet. Our people make this possible, which is why we prioritise diversity, inclusivity, balance and sustainability. Discover what a career at AstraZeneca could mean for you.
An award-winning company
We're passionate about being a great place to work, and 84% of our employees would recommend us as an employer. We've been recognised as a Top Employer in Spain, an EFR Family Responsible Business, and we achieved third place in Forbes Spain's Top 50 Best Places to Work list.
Inclusive environment
Diversity and inclusion are embedded in everything we do, and our different views, experiences and strengths enrich our culture. There's no salary gap at AstraZeneca, and the number of female employees has increased by four per cent over the last three years. We've also made all positions fully accessible.
Work-life balance
Your wellbeing means a lot to us, and we're here to support you through all of life's ups and downs. That's why we offer an unpaid leave policy, annual leave, reduced-hours timetables and a host of benefits, including a retirement plan, long service award, and health and travel insurance.
Sustainability initiatives
We're committed to harnessing the power of science to become a more sustainable business. We've reduced our carbon footprint by over 9,000 kg of CO2 over the last two years, and we lead the European GoGreen Project, which aims to introduce environmentally friendly options in our fleet of corporate vehicles.
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