The Senior Group Director, Process Management and Clinical Execution is a pivotal strategic role reporting to the Head of Study Leadership. This position involves engaging with CPSO Leadership and collaborating closely with the Senior Group Directors for Study Leaders and the EO Study Operations leadership team.

The role is essential for identifying and leading process improvement initiatives and workstreams to achieve non-drug Early Oncology Clinical Group (EOCG) scorecard objectives. This includes a focus on Clinical Programs and Study Operations (CPSO) and broader EOCG initiatives for the benefit of the AZ enterprise. As a member of the extended CPSO Leadership Team (LT), you will promote, motivate, and empower others to achieve individual, team, departmental, and organizational goals. Exemplary collaborative communication skills are crucial for engaging with and influencing a diverse range of stakeholders both within and outside AstraZeneca.

Accountabilities:

Will be accountable for Process Management strategy and deployment for CPSO and EOCG (as applicable) in line with the evolution of portfolio requirements. Leads on identifying more efficient and effective methods and processes for executing high-quality clinical trials. This will require strategic development, review, and refinement of EOCG clinical processes. Areas of focus will include but not be limited to:

Budget generation

Clinical Data Insights

Contracting and GCS support functions in Biopharm Clin Ops

Drug Supply and E2E planning

Deployment of Digital Solutions

Works with CPSO Functional Process Experts (FPE), Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Business Process Owners (BPO), and Study Leader Specialist roles to maintain oversight of existing processes required for EOCG clinical delivery

Collaborates effectively with EOC Clinical Scientist and Physician groups, cross-therapeutic area teams, and cross-functional groups to deliver on objectives.

Provides oversight of quality and compliance of the group to ensure inspection readiness liaising with both Clinical Quality and Compliance (CQC) colleagues and the Haematology R&D Director of Quality Management

Contributes to the development and maintenance of CPSO stakeholder management framework, in collaboration with the CPSO LT

Contributes to shaping and leading implementation of key functional activities in CPSO, in liaison with Head of Study Leadership and in alignment with business objectives.

Ensures the group is compliant with training in line with company and regulatory standards

May be required to line manage Director and Associate Director Study Leaders, including supporting project allocations/resource management, recruitment and selection, personal development, and performance management

Essential Skills/Experience:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field, preferably in medical or biological science.

At least 10 years global drug development leadership experience with progressive levels of responsibility.

Comprehensive knowledge of the clinical and pharmaceutical drug development process

Demonstrable experience in clinical process improvements and high-value initiatives

Strong strategic influencing skills; ability to influence broadly within and outside the organisation

Proven ability in problem-solving and issue management that is solution-focused

Proven experience of leading delivery through collaboration with internal and external providers

Ability to lead, coordinate, and prioritise multiple tasks and deliverables

Ability to manage change and actively seek and champion more efficient and effective ways of working

Line management experience

Experience and understanding of the study leader role including but not limited to:

Use of project management techniques in complex projects, including resourcing and financial management

Requirements for external contracts

Oversight of external providers

Experience of working with and delivering through strategic partners and 3rd party vendors

Insourced and outsourced delivery models

Desirable Skills/Experience

Early Oncology experience

Process writing and generation

Change Management

Line Management

Data management

WHY JOIN US?

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.

SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete the full application on our website at your earliest convenience – it is the only way that our Recruiter and Hiring Manager can know that you feel well qualified for this opportunity.  If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share this posting with them.

Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office is purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.

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AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com.

Date Posted

07-Jan-2025

Closing Date

06-Mar-2025

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.