Senior Manager, Global Training and Capabilities

Typical Accountabilities:
• Acts as a country or regional expert supporting the Medical Affairs function and project teams within area of expertise

• Acts as the senior technical expert and source of knowledge in area of expertise

• Defines and delivers training for junior members of the team

• Contributes to establishing and implementing policies, procedures and standards for own work and work of others, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards and regulations

• Works closely with senior Medical Affairs colleagues to execute the Medical Affairs strategy within area of specialism

• Accountable for specialised research or delivery of internal reports for use in internal and external meetings

• Ensures own knowledge and knowledge of team members of best practices and new relevant developments is up to date


Typical People Management Responsibility (direct / indirect reports):
• Approximate number of people managed in total (all levels) - 10
• Manager of a team

What is the global remit? (how many countries will the role operate in?):
• Own country

Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• Essential: Bachelor’s Degree; Thorough knowledge or experience within the pharmaceutical industry and Medical Affairs function
• Desirable: Advanced scientific degree; Understanding of multiple aspects of Medical Affairs; Project management experience

Key Relationship to reach solutions:
• Internal (to AZ or team): Medical Affairs Function; Market Access and Compliance Teams; Sales and Marketing Functions
• External (to AZ): External Service Providers; Regulatory bodies; Healthcare professionals

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.