Change and Communications Specialist External Expert Engagement Services (E3S)

Job Title: Change and Communications Specialist External Expert Engagement Services (E3S)

Introduction to role:
At AstraZeneca, we believe in the potential of our people and you’ll develop beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to see what you can achieve no matter where you start with us.

As part of the External Expert Engagement Services Team, you will be accountable for assessing the impact of system and process changes on our user communities, creating high-quality communications for our internal and external customer groups supporting these changes, and supporting the evolution of our internal communications assets and our internal social media presence.

Accountabilities:
In this role, you will be responsible for partnering with system development team, process lead, training team and end users to assess system and process changes, understand the impact of proposed changes and perform Change Impact Assessments. You will also create change management plans in collaboration with impacted users and change action owners, generate and issue communications and announcements linked to changes, and maintain E3S SharePoint and Nucleus sites.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Experience assessing and managing impact of change for teams operating with complex processes and systems

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects/tasks effectively; being adaptable and flexible to changing demands

• Extensive experience of creating and issuing technical, service and process communications to internal customer groups

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Business English

• Collaborative style, team player

• Strong numerical and analytical skills

• Experience of supporting significant business change across different national and business boundaries

• Strong ethical, interpersonal and collaborative and influencing skills

• Assertive and confident interacting with individuals at all levels of the organisation including senior leaders

• Strong problem-solving skills

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• PROSCI trained (or other recognized change management qualification)

• Experience maintaining websites / SharePoint

• Prior experience in the biopharmaceutical industry (Sales, Marketing, Research & Development, Compliance, Legal, Procurement) or a consulting firm working with pharmaceutical clients in a similar role

• Experience creating video and animation content

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all.

Are you 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.