Executive Director, Head of Strategy & Business Transformation at AstraZeneca

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Strategy, Portfolio Management, Leadership, Team Development, Global Environment, Strategic Thinking, Analytical Skills, Influencing Skills, Problem Resolution, Conflict Resolution, Risk Management, Regulatory Knowledge, Operational Expertise, Succession Planning, Quality Improvement, Compliance

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Typical Accountabilities: • Responsible for providing specialist Business Strategy and Portfolio expertise through global process management of the Business Strategy and Portfolio function • Inputs significantly to the regional Business Strategy and Portfolio strategy • Leads, guides, evaluates and develops the team within own area of Business Strategy and Portfolio to ensure that the area achieves its objectives and complies with all relevant regulations and laws • Performance manages senior managers or identifies development opportunities of direct reports, together with planning effectively for succession • Leads or oversees a diverse range of initiatives to improve quality, compliance, cost or time and where appropriate lead the development of new methodology or processes to provide business benefit Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience: Essential: Bachelor’s of Science degree in an appropriate discipline Over 10 years of experience leading global cross functional working groups and teams Proven leadership ability promoting, motivating and empowering others to accomplish individual, team and organizational objectives Significant understanding of strategy formulation and evaluation and the management of a vast portfolios within a clinical or pharmaceutical environment Experience of leading a development team and working in a global environment Conceptual, analytical and strategic thinking; Ability to influence strategically and persuade tactfully, to obtain desired outcomes while maintaining effective, positive, organizational relationships Desirable: PhD in scientific discipline Expert reputation within the business and industry Extensive knowledge of the latest technical and regulatory expectations; Operational expertise in risk management and contingency planning Familiarity with the latest research and thinking Effective problem and conflict resolution skills and proven team focus; Excellent knowledge of AstraZeneca policies, procedures and guidelines Key Relationship to reach solutions: • Internal (to AZ or team): Business Strategy and Portfolio Senior Management within AstraZeneca; Project, Change, Business Improvement and Strategy Management leadership team; Regulatory; Global and regional Business Strategy and Portfolio sites; Global Quality; Supply Chain • External (to AZ): External professional and regulatory organizations Date Posted 17-Oct-2025 Closing Date 25-Jan-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

Responsibilities

The Executive Director will provide specialist expertise in Business Strategy and Portfolio management while leading a team to achieve objectives and ensure compliance with regulations. They will oversee initiatives aimed at improving quality, compliance, cost, and time, and develop new methodologies for business benefit.