This is what you will do:

Associate – DHEI products  will have day to day responsibility for running programs delivering Alexion Digital Health Experience Innovation products and services. S/he will have a clear understanding of what enables the business to generate value and ability to powerfully explain innovation frameworks across stakeholder groups. They would drive initiatives leveraging existing DHEI offerings, frameworks and services and apply in end to end value chain of drug development and commercialization.

You will be responsible for:

• Responsible for day to day coordination of the activities in the Alexion internal Innovation Incubator - Accelerator
• Develop and maintain an internal communication strategy that promotes the Accelerator and recruits new project submissions
• Maintain pulse on the future of work, AI and other leading-edge practices. Strong external network. Well-versed and connected to thought leaders and trend setters.
• Able to teach innovation methods to teams/lead Accelerator group sessions and provide growth opportunities for high-potential Alexion talent to develop innovation skills
• Strategically guide teams to the right methodology and instruct them on how to apply it
• Present findings and recommendations through written reports, presentations and artifacts that are developed within DHEI knowledge management group

You will need to have:

• Be an effective and flexible leader in a matrixed and cross-functional environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of presenting to executive level, and Board level audiences, expert in written and verbal communication – reaching and captivating people at all levels
• 3-D savvy (Data, Design, Digital) to be able to understand and decide on how these advanced technologies can create value for the business
• Demonstrate strong analytical and synthesis skills, make connections and shape conclusions from data
• Ability to communicate effectively, support developing and editing internal communication plan, knowledge articles and white papers
• Strong sense of urgency about solving problems, meeting challenging deadlines, and achieving critical goals
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships internally and external representing Alexion as a progressive healthcare company
• The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment. As is typical of an office-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.

We would prefer for you to have:

• Master’s Degree

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.