Why choose AstraZeneca Portugal?
As an exciting and emerging leader in pharma and biotech, we're pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. This is where breakthroughs born in the lab become transformative medicine for the world's most complex diseases. Voted the best company to work for in Portugal 2023/24, AstraZeneca provides the thrill of a start-up within the security of a global firm that brings new challenges and pathways for a fulfilling career.
If you’re ready to make a difference, join our Global Hub in Corporate Affairs, Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Marketing, Global Business Services or Procurement. Bring your potential to our evolving team today.
Who do we look for?
Calling all dynamic, ambitious team players. At AstraZeneca, we empower people like you to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. Here, you'll embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges.
We're on the lookout for diverse minds inspired by difference who want to reach another level in their careers. Bold disrupters who confidently rise to challenges as fearless entrepreneurs. People who want to make a meaningful impact led by science in an organisation where global meets local. Join one of our offices in Lisbon and discover a culture of openness and vibrancy where diverse perspectives are encouraged and valued. Your work will have a real impact, no matter your level or function.
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.
Tech innovators
Make a greater impact through our digitally enabled enterprise. If you're technology-savvy and have a digital mindset, you can use your skills and experience to transform and optimise our operations, helping us deliver meaningful work that changes lives.
Dynamic
In a constantly evolving environment dedicated to innovation, you'll use your strong sense of purpose to provide outstanding contributions. Although we're a global company, our Global Hub operates like a start-up, allowing you to work autonomously. Bring your fearlessness of improving patient outcomes, and we'll encourage your personal success.
Ambitious
Play your part in progressing a world-leading pipeline. Here, you'll improve patients' lives now and better the future of humanity. With our opportunities for continuous development, you'll exhibit your passion and potential to go beyond the expected — and grow in your career with our support.
Team players
Your unique perspectives make our ambitions and capabilities possible. Our culture of openness, sharing and giving allows everyone to speak up and express their ideas. In an open atmosphere of camaraderie and support, we rely on each other to further our progress and drive much-needed change.
Responsibilities
Please see the job advert below:
Advice & Guidance SpecialistLocation: Lisbon, PortugalContract: 6‑Month Fixed Term Contract
Join AstraZeneca – Where Science Meets People
At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and are driven by the ambition to meet unmet medical needs worldwide. We are a global, science‑led biopharmaceutical company where curiosity, collaboration, and innovation come together to make a real difference. Here, you’ll be empowered to think big, take ownership, and work alongside dedicated colleagues to turn the impossible into reality.
We are now looking for an Advice & Guidance Specialist to join our HR Services team in Lisbon, supporting colleagues across Switzerland, the UK, and Ireland.
The Role
As an Advice & Guidance Specialist, you will provide high‑quality, day‑to‑day HR advice and guidance within established policies and frameworks. You will support both employees and line managers across core HR areas such as recruitment, compensation and benefits, training, and employee relations.
Working within a collaborative HR team and with access to senior support, you will handle queries independently, resolving issues at first point of contact where possible and raising more complex cases appropriately. This role also offers exposure to HR projects and administrative ownership within a defined geography, making it ideal for individuals developing their HR career or studying toward professional HR qualifications.
Key Accountabilities
- Deliver day‑to‑day advice and guidance on HR policies, programs, and processes across Switzerland, the UK, and Ireland
- Act as a first point of contact for HR‑related queries, interpreting policy, diagnosing issues, and resolving cases independently
- Support line managers in understanding, interpreting, and applying HR policies in practice
- Provide hands‑on support in the execution of HR delivery within your specialist area
- Manage allocated administrative HR activities, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance
- Participate in project work and research activities under the guidance of senior colleagues
- Collaborate closely with HR team members to ensure a high-quality, employee-centered experience
Essential Skills & Experience
- Fluency in English, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a multicultural environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a confidence in advising and supporting others
- Analytical mentality with a demonstrated ability to approach problem-solving effectively
- Ability to work independently while knowing when to raise complex issues
- Collaborative, team‑oriented approach with a strong customer‑service focus
- Willingness to share ideas and contribute to continuous improvement
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Previous HR experience or an academic background in Human Resources
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ways of Working
We believe in the power of in‑person collaboration to drive innovation and connection. This role follows AstraZeneca’s hybrid working model, with an expectation of working from the office at least three days per week, balanced with flexibility to support individual needs.
Why AstraZeneca?
- Be part of a globally respected, science‑led organisation
- Gain exposure to multi‑country HR operations within a complex global business
- Work in a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team environment
- Build strong foundations for a long‑term career in Human Resources
Ready to Apply?
If you are curious, driven, and passionate about helping others thrive—and you’re ready to grow your HR expertise in a global organisation—we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and discover how you can make a difference at AstraZeneca.
Date Posted
12-May-2026Closing Date
25-May-2026AstraZeneca 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, safety, empowerment and collaboration. Discover what a career at AstraZeneca could mean for you.
Aligned to performance
Our approach is designed to deliver great performance — stimulating our commercial growth, scientific advancement, collaboration and personal development. Never standing still, you'll have the chance to grow your abilities, skills and knowledge constantly as you accelerate your career.
Balanced
An energised work environment is only possible when our people have a healthy work-life balance and are supported for their individual needs. Typical benefits include healthcare, life insurance and long-term savings, and in many markets, there’s a range of benefits for you to tailor.
Holistic
We're at our best and most creative when drawing on our different views, experiences and strengths. Being valued for who you are and the difference you bring is at the heart of our culture — and you’ll be rewarded when you create authentic connections to our purpose.
Sustainable
Our two offices in Lisbon combine comfort with sustainability. From renewable energy, a zero-plastic scheme, electric vehicles and food waste reduction initiatives to sustainable reward practices, we're realising our ambition to harness the power of science to build a healthy future for everyone everywhere.
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