As the Senior Director of Communications, you will deliver communications for landmarks/news flow, own the development and delivery of communications and patient advocacy group strategies, develop a compelling narrative for agreed areas of portfolio, collaborate with global and regional media relations, lead internal communications strategy and implementation, engage with external partners, lead issues preparedness and crisis management, ensure effective use of internal and external resources, and lead programme delivery and outcomes. Crucial Skills/Education/ Experience: * Bachelor's Degree with 10+ years of experience. Understanding of global Pharmaceutical market and innovative life sciences environment * Established track-record of delivering impactful, strategic and content-rich communications programmes * Substantial experience of healthcare communications gained in-house at a leading multinational biopharma company or at a global agency * Authoritative communications and writing skills * Significant experience of leading issues management in a similar environment/for global brands/disease areas * Strong media relations experience * Strong patient advocacy group relationship building experience * Strong digital capability including track record for using organic and paid-for opportunities in pharmaceutical company/medical settings * Strong internal communications capability including understanding of effective channel management, engagement strategies and organisational change communications * Validated capability to influence and counsel leaders and teams across functions and geographical boundaries * Experience of crafting and translating scientific/technical content for a broad range of audiences. When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we ignite bold thinking with the power to encourage 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 outstanding and high-reaching world. At AstraZeneca, we value our team of specialists who are crucial to our growth. We encourage ambitious and innovative thinking in a creative yet rigorous environment. We craft the external environment by ensuring policy makers understand our industry when leading national and international frameworks. Our strength lies in our global, diverse network. We work together seamlessly to tackle challenges and make a significant impact. We are committed to investing in your growth and development. Here, you can expect to feel at home from the moment you join. Are you ready to make an impact? Apply now to join our team as the Senior Director Communications, Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism! Date Posted 29-Aug-2024 Closing Date 04-Sep-2024Our 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. AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.