Director, Global Tax Policy & Advocacy

AstraZeneca•Washington, DC

About The Position

Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. 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.

Requirements

MBA or other Finance/Business qualification
Extensive work experience in Finance Function
Qualified specialist finance professional
Significant post-qualification experience
Experience of working across a global organisation
In-depth understanding of regulatory/statutory requirements and governance principles/SOX
Experience of working with senior Management
Varied range of experiences in specialist Finance with specific expertise in related specialist area
Team leadership / management experience
Project Management

Nice To Haves

Specialist financial qualification to support general financial qualifications

Responsibilities

Contribute to the Global Finance function
Help execute the functional strategy for the Global Finance function in line with the Group Strategy
Support senior director in working towards short and long term goals that enable delivery of the overall Finance function strategy and which offer a compelling finance service proposition
Have clear understanding of business strategy across all SET areas coupled with an ability to tailor finance solutions in ways that ensure they drive performance and deliver business value
Support business executives (SET and Board) to ensure strong strategic contribution
Help manage key external stakeholders such as banks, regulatory authorities and tax authorities
Maintain effective and supportive Business Partnering relationships across SET areas to understand business plans and implications and so manage and where appropriate mitigate business risk
Support development of appropriate processes to deal with changing market/country demands
Work with governments, regulatory authorities and lobbyists to shape policy and legislation in a way that supports the goals of the global organisation
Coach and deliver effective performance to direct and indirect reports creating a supportive working environment where everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential
Instil a strong customer service and high performance culture with a focus on continuous improvement