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Associate Director Projects and Processes - Global Sustainability

AstraZeneca
Macclesfield
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Associate Director Projects and Processes - Global Sustainability
Macclesfield
Introduction to role
Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to make a significant impact? As aAssociate Director Projects and Processes at AstraZeneca, you will manage projects and own processes that support the enterprise-wide transformation of sustainability performance. You will champion an approach where sustainability becomes fully embedded in everything we do, impacting the delivery of our flagship sustainability initiatives.
Accountabilities
Lead cross-functional sustainability projects by establishing and leading teams in accordance with a recognized project management framework to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget (e.g., rolling out smart metering across the enterprise to support delivery of our natural resource targets)

Own and continuously improve a range of business processes through a business process management approach

Act as the sustainability representative to provide and/or coordinate expert input to other transformational activities

Develop and champion sustainability strategy in AstraZeneca as a member of Global Sustainability and in collaboration with other Sustainability leaders across the enterprise

Mobilize significant projects and alliances within internal and external stakeholder groups, bringing clarity and vision to complex situations

Manage budget costs & benefits associated with their projects and program on behalf of Global Sustainability

Identify and manage project-level risks on behalf of Global Sustainability and take accountability for decision-making in risk management processes

Communicate effectively & influence others on cultural, challenging, or reputationally sensitive issues both internally and externally, driving key decision-making

Essential Skills/Experience
Degree level education or equivalent experience

High level of business acumen

Experience of working on sustainability projects or within a sustainability function

Excellent communication and team working skills

Globally and culturally aware

Ability to influence stakeholders across different business units and with differing levels of seniority

Experience working within the pharmaceutical industry or other regulated industry.

Desirable Skills/Experience
More in-depth knowledge or experience of sustainability with a level of subject matter expertise

Having projects or change programs with an impact across multiple stakeholders in a heavily matrixed environment

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 are driven by our commitment to deliver accelerated growth and make people's lives better. Our fast-paced environment offers exciting opportunities to build a long-term career with global knowledge and learning from other teams. Embrace lifelong learning, build capabilities, and set your own direction and pace.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our team!
Date Posted
05-Jun-2025 Closing Date
19-Jun-2025 Our 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.
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