Medical Excellence Lead

**ABOUT ASTRAZENECA**

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

Now is the time to be part of accelerating AstraZeneca’s growth and feel your contribution. We unite our technologies, tools and platforms with our collective expertise to drive our transformational journey forward. It means we are able to better interpret data and make better data decisions.

**BUSINESS AREA**

Our Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) Medical Affairs function is an industry-leading Medical Affairs team transforming care, generating and communicating compelling medical evidence that changes the practice of medicine for the benefit of patients and shapes the future of AstraZeneca. We are leaders and scientific partners in transforming healthcare, putting patients at the heart of everything we do.

Inspired by our Values and what science can do, we are focused on accelerating the delivery of life-changing medicines that create enduring value for patients, society, and our shareholders. We are committed to operating sustainably, in a way that recognises the interconnection between business growth, the needs of society and the limitations of our planet.

**What you’ll do**
The Medical Excellence Lead is an office-based strategic leadership role who works in partnership with the Medical Director and the Medical Leadership team across all Medical Affairs functions and teams to create a high-performing and industry-leading Medical Affairs team which transforms care for patients delivers on the company’s strategy in Australia and New Zealand.

Some key responsibilities include:

- Partners closely with Medical Leadership team to ensure the local Medical Affairs function is strategically aligned with the company objectives and ambitious goals.
- Provides strategic direction and scientific leadership within the Medical Affairs Team, establishing high standards of medical capability, and driving business/resource planning.
- In collaboration with Medical Leadership team leading the transformation of the Medical Affairs team into a high-performing, industry-leading entity that excels in medical strategy and execution.
- Identifying opportunities for process and system optimization, and championing digital and omnichannel initiatives to enhance medical engagement.
- Collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to provide frameworks and support for launch excellence, digital & transforming care initiatives.
- Demonstrates strong networking, consulting, communication, and influencing skills, and effectively managing key internal and external relationships, including with the Medical Team, Commercial Excellence, and International/Global Medical teams.
- Reviewing industry and healthcare system trends to ensure the Medical Affairs team is equipped with future-ready capabilities.

**Essential for the role**
- University degree or relevant business qualification
- Significant experience within medical affairs
- Understanding of the Business and Medical planning process and external engagement model and strategies
- Strong track record of delivering medical projects and project management skills
- Experience and skills in developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Understanding of omnichannel, (external) customer journeys, content, and assets creation
- Ability to work well in and across diverse teams
- Strong communication, influencing skills change management skills
- Proven skills of managing budgets, resources and timelines
- Strong change management skills

**Desirable for the role**
- Extensive experience in driving digital transformation, omnichannel strategy, and digital analytics.
- Leader within pharma thought leadership networks and organisations.
- Experience with platforms and technologies used in delivering medical strategy
- Experience of engagement and influencing of above country stakeholders
- Previous experience in field medical or customer facing role

**Why AstraZeneca?**

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) and as a Bronze Tier Employer within the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI). Visit our ANZ Careers Page to learn more about our commitment to fostering a flexible, diverse, and inclusive