Director, Alliance Lead - CLP

Typical AccountabilitiesPartner / Model GovernanceAccountable for the alliance management of one or more HBS partners within or across model(s)Proactively identifies and manages risks at the partner / model levelServes as point of contact for issue escalation to AM for their assigned partner(s), and key in ensuring solutions are identified in collaboration with the business stakeholders. Facilitates resolution of any operational issues that impact deliveryLeads operational governance of the partner(s) / model(s) In collaboration with the AM Group Lead, contributes to executive level governance meetings; and contributes to or leads model level governance and partner council forums, as requiredActs as audit Sponsor and/or audit co-ordinator for AZ led partner audits as applicablePartner / Model Quality and Performance With the AM Group Lead ensures definition of appropriate Metrics and SLAs for the partner within the MSAMonitors quality and performance of service deliverables in alignment with the MSA  Ensure that selected partners deliver to contract and that strong relationships with the external partners and internal customers are created and maintainedEnsures effective visibility of partner performance to relevant stakeholdersEnsures ongoing assessment and integration of Lessons Learned for partners / modelsSeeks opportunities to drive efficiencies, co-create value, and foster innovation within partner and model by engaging in joint planning and collaborative innovation initiatives.Study Team SupportEnsures understanding of roles and responsibilities across delivery teams for assigned delivery model(s) (s)Works with AM Process and standards Lead, internal subject matter experts and counterparts in partner organisations to ensure the effective use and maintenance of interface processes / ways of working (e.g. Alliance Handbooks)Stakeholder EngagementFosters development of a collaborative, organizational culture; and ensures successful relationships by building trust, demonstrating proactive partnership management, and holding internal and external stakeholders to account  Role models partnering behaviours and expected ways of working Portfolio / Capacity ManagementMonitors capacity within the partner and model to support the portfolio  Alliance Management DevelopmentMay have responsibility for line management or coaching of junior members of the teamServes as a delegate for the AM Group Lead for specific tasks or activities, as necessaryMay support or lead key strategic initiatives within AM and contribute to initiatives outside of AMEducation, Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceEssentialHigher University degree in related discipline, or equivalent ​Strong experience from within the pharmaceutical industry, clinical research organization, a healthcare related industry or academia/hospital environment related to HBSDetailed knowledge of clinical and pharmaceutical drug development process at various phases of developmentExperience of working successfully with external partners / managing relationshipsExperience of directing alliance governance frameworks and processes (incl performance metrics)Ability to network and collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders (incl senior stakeholders)Strong leadership and influencing skills, especially without authorityStrong collaboration skills across global and functional boundaries  Strategic mindset and innovative thinker with affinity toward experimentation and appropriate risk takingExcellent communication skills, written and verbalExcellent conflict resolution, mediation and negotiation skillsStrong project management skillsAble to see the full picture and understand impact of actionsAbility to work with agility to solve problems that involve many decision makers, and develop multiple options/recommendationsExcellent collaboration skills required to work across global and functional boundariesFamiliar with ICH GCP and related guidelines and practicesDesirableExperience of partner selection and qualification Proven experience in contributing to operational deployment of clinical laboratory testingProven ability to holistically deal with complex situationsTechnical understanding of service deliverables and subject matter expertise (e.g. sample management, clinical sample analysis, Central laboratory operations)Knowledge of existing AstraZeneca external partners & modelsKnowledge of AstraZeneca policies, procedures and guidelinesDate Posted26-Jun-2025Closing Date25-Jul-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.