Lead Finance Business Partner

Lead Finance Business Partner (BP)

Join us in Powering AstraZeneca

As a Finance Business Partner at AstraZeneca, you will play a pivotal role in driving our business area towards strategic and operational success. By proactively engaging with senior leaders, you will provide expert guidance to influence decision-making and optimize performance. You will lead strategic planning and execution for a segment of the business unit, while also managing a global network of Finance Business Partners, Managers, and Analysts.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Decision Support: Advise and guide senior leaders by allocating resources to value-creating opportunities and understanding customer requirements within our internal culture and climate.
• Business Performance: Drive financial performance and communicate key insights to senior management, influencing cost drivers and ensuring resources are maximized for value creation.
• Continuous Improvement and Governance: Lead process improvements, manage financial risk, and promote governance and compliance standards across the business.

Qualifications

• Successful business partnering experience
• Strong analytical skills
• Fluency in English and native proficiency in Portuguese
• Experience in a global pharmaceutical organization or deep understanding of commercial aspects
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• General people and management experience
• Track record of developing others with strong coaching skills
• Knowledge of global and corporate business context

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Previous experience in mergers and acquisitions

At AstraZeneca, you'll join a talented global team that powers our mission to better serve patients every day. Integrated with the entire enterprise, we leverage new technology and digital innovations to accelerate our evolution. Our entrepreneurial spirit keeps us ahead as we apply creativity to every task. We thrive in a fast-paced environment where we support each other while pushing forward together.

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.