Project Manager, GBS Project Services
About The Position
At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe. 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 offices are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects. Join us in GBS Project Services and be part of the teams that contribute to life-saving medicines in oncology, immunology, rare disease, and other areas, improving millions of lives worldwide. Drive innovation at the forefront of science and business by applying your experience and capabilities across diverse, cross-departmental opportunities in AI, data analytics, operations, finance and beyond. Our environment fosters collaboration and growth through comprehensive training and mentorship. As part of GBS Project Services, you'll get to reimagine the role of professional services within AZ. Experience what it’s like to develop your talent and work in a ‘start-up’-like environment alongside teammates and internal customers with passion and deep expertise, offering unique opportunities for collaboration and creativity as you see a project end-to-end. We innovate to create impactful solutions for our company and our patients. We cultivate a supportive culture on a broad scale, enabling connection and cross-functional collaboration at the global and local level, allowing you to shape AstraZeneca's strategic direction and the goals of GBS Project Services for 2030 and beyond. The Role Ready to kickstart your consulting career at AstraZeneca? As a Project Manager in Global Business Services – Project Services, you'll take charge of managing projects within a supportive partner organization, ensuring they meet customer goals and follow the right processes. Your role will focus on providing outstanding customer service through clear communication and professionalism, always aiming to go above and beyond what customers expect. You'll also use your problem-solving skills to turn complex information into easy-to-understand action plans. Plus, you'll have the chance to work and learn with our Directors and Senior Managers in collaborative communities of practice.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in project management, change management, business or technology consulting
Nice To Haves
- Graduate degree with a minimum of 2+ years of relevant project/change management or consulting experience
- Pharmaceutical or equivalent global organization experience in a consulting role
Responsibilities
- Take charge of project deliverables by organizing tasks and keeping track of progress to ensure everything stays on schedule.
- Help set up and follow project processes to ensure team members stay aligned and accountable to project goals.
- Embrace innovation and continuous improvement on your projects and within the team to enhance service offerings.
- Support cross-functional, change initiatives that experience some ambiguity in mobilizing while considering the customer’s environment, stakeholder needs, and desired future state.
- Analyze change impacts and stakeholder effects resulting from transformation initiatives.
- Break down complex ideas into simple, actionable insights that can guide customers and the team towards successful outcomes.
- Actively participate in project sessions, interacting with customers to understand their needs and deliver excellent service.
- Aim to exceed customer expectations by delivering high-quality work and seeking feedback for improvement.
- Work closely with your team, supporting as a key member and stepping up to lead when needed.
- Maintain open and professional communication channels with customers and team members to foster strong working relationships.
- Engage with Directors and Sr. Managers in communities of practice to enhance your skills and contribute to team success.
Benefits
- Competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program
- 4 weeks’ paid vacation
- annual Personal Days
- Contract Benefits Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
