Internal Communications Lead

Join us as an Internal Communications Lead at AstraZeneca UK, where you will be instrumental in developing and implementing internal communication strategies that foster a sense of pride, connection, and activation among our employees. This role is more than just communications; it's about supporting impactful activities for employee engagement and being a key point of contact for employees across the board. Reporting directly to the Head of Corporate Affairs and HR Director, you will have the opportunity to engage with members from across the Senior Leadership Team., As an Internal Communications Lead, you will be responsible for developing an internal communications strategy that aligns with external corporate communications. You will coordinate internal events, ensure effective dissemination of key updates, support Employee Resource Groups, contribute to employee engagement strategies, and maintain alignment between external and internal narratives. You will also support UK specific crisis management plans and procedures.

• Senior executive and internal communications experience


• Strong digital communications experience across both social media and websites


• Experience in leading reputation matters, issues and crisis management


• Understanding of NHS Policy and the UK political landscape and processes


• Proven ability of influencing colleagues and senior leaders


• Self-starter with evidence of capability for matrix and cross-functional working


• Ability to delegate and manage 3rd parties effectively


• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise accordingly


• Pharmaceutical Industry Experience


• Events management experience


• Relevant vocational qualifications or equivalent experience


• UK market experience


• Understanding of ABPI code


When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, we are more than just a pharmaceutical company. We are a global team of bright minds, high-performing innovators who unite together as one to support and push each other forward. We are restless improvers, always looking for opportunities to learn and grow. We are drivers of change, preparing the business to excel and continue to grow as we face the challenges of the future. We are leading change management with design thinking and data-driven decision-making. If you're interested in working at high speed, on agile projects in a dynamic and changing environment, then this is the place for you.

Are you ready to embrace accountability and focus on impactful work? Are you ready to be more than just a cog in a wheel? Join us at AstraZeneca, where your work will have a direct impact on patients' lives across the world. Apply now!

Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it's yours.