CONTRACT GUIDANCE TEAM LEAD

At AstraZeneca, we are driven by the power of science to deliver life-changing medicines.
We are currently seeking a Contract Guidance Team Lead to join our Global Business Services (GBS) – Compliance, Legal and Contracting Operations (CLCO) group.
This role is pivotal in driving AstraZeneca’s portfolio of drug products by providing business support for external services and collaborations.
The successful candidate will manage technical and administrative aspects relating to the contracting end-to-end process, oversee the maintenance of the triage/intake form, decision tree routing and transactional support with global coverage.
Accountabilities.
As a Contract Guidance Team Lead, you will define, own, and support efficient routing support processes.
You will be the primary point of contact for queries relating to Contracting Services, including blocking issues and address in a timely manner.
You will also manage performance data and metrics to ensure process and performance issues are identified and route cause analysis is conducted.
Additionally, you will provide leadership to a global team and foster a positive team culture.
Essential Skills/Experience.
- Bachelor’s Degree (general business, managed health care, legal or finance fields are preferred) or equivalent experience - Fluent English - Experience leading and managing a global team and providing services to different functions in the organisation - Deployment and project management experience - Able to manage multiple priorities, work to deadlines and turnaround times, work well under pressure and adapt to ever-changing scenarios - Strong attention to detail, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills - Capable of working independently but also take instruction and direction from others - High ethical standards, trustworthy, operating with absolute discretion - Proactive and consultative customer service, having the ability to identify customer needs and respond creatively, listening to information, asking probing questions, applying knowledge, and determining solutions Desirable Skills/Experience.
- An understanding of the bio-pharmaceutical market - Strong Project Management/Organization Skills - Previous contract development or related experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech or related industry is preferred At AstraZeneca, we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.
We are a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company dedicated to being a Great Place to Work.
Here, you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit.
Our workforce reflects the patients we serve – diversity is embedded in everything we do.
We are entrepreneurs and innovators who speak up and break new ground.
Our bold spirit drives us to spot opportunities, make important decisions and take thoughtful risks.
Ready to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society? Apply now to join our fast-growing multinational company! Date Posted 20-Jun- Closing Date 04-Jul- 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.
Somos una compañía biofarmacéutica global e innovadora.
En AstraZeneca nos enfocamos en el potencial de la ciencia para hacer frente a las necesidades no cubiertas de los pacientes en todo el mundo.
Nos comprometemos en aquellas áreas en las que creemos que realmente podemos cambiar el curso de la medicina y hacer realidad nuevas grandes ideas.
Somos un lugar donde la libertad de pensamiento y la creatividad alimentan nuestra determinación por marcar la diferencia a través de la ciencia.
Nuestra ciencia vive más allá de nuestros laboratorios.
Nuestra perspectiva global significa que utilizamos el talento y la experiencia de todo el mundo para hacer que nuestros medicamentos sean exitosos.
En AstraZeneca el único que puede poner límites al alcance de su carrera eres tú.
Con los conocimientos adecuados y la pasión te ayudaremos a explorar lo que AstraZeneca puede ofrecerte.
Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients.
Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking.
We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge.
We find creative ways to approach new challenges.
We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions.
As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people.
Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab.
Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you.
to help you realise the full breadth of your potential.
Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others.
And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day.
This is your life at AstraZeneca.