Brand Manager, Oncology, Gulf

AstraZeneca; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company in the UAE seeks a Brand Manager Oncology to develop promotional plans and manage marketing strategies. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree and relevant experience in the pharmaceutical field. This role emphasizes strategic thinking and strong communication skills, offering a dynamic opportunity to make a significant impact in the healthcare industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Experience in pharmaceutical industry for internal candidates.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in pharmaceutical marketing roles in Oncology/Specialty care for external candidates.

Responsibilities

• Develops and facilitates promotional plans and ensures consistency with brand strategy.
• Manages the promotion/communication budget and project timelines.
• Collaborates with brand team for marketing opportunities.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (e.g. Pharmaceuticals or science)

Job description

Brand Manager Oncology – Gulf

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

Role Summary

Plans, creates, and produces marketing, advertising, and sales promotion materials to implement marketing strategies and sales objectives. Produces informational material for the sales force and for communications media.

What you’ll do

• Develops and/or facilitates the development and creation of the promotional plan and programs and ensure their consistency with the brand strategy.
• Develops and manages the promotion /communication budget and project timelines.
• Collaborates with brand team to make a convincing case for appropriate budget and expectations for marketing opportunities.
• Maintains awareness of competitive activity in consumer marketing.
• Manages overall relationships with advertising agencies and other vendors.
• Responsible for the implementation of promotional/communication strategies, plans and programs in support of brand strategies and objectives.
• Provides input into Communication Planning and Operational Planning.

Essential for the role

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (e.g. Pharmaceuticals or science)
• For Internal Candidates: Minimum 5 years of Experience in pharmaceutical industry, with at least one year in AstraZeneca.
• For External Candidates: Minimum 2 years of experience in pharmaceutical marketing roles in Oncology/ Specialty care in Gulf.

Desirable for the role

• Strategic Thinking: Develop short & long-term brand strategies.
• Communication Skills: Engage effectively with internal & external stakeholders.
• Project Management: Organize and manage multiple projects to align with brand objectives.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
• 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.

Where can I find out more?

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Date Posted

21-نوفمبر-2025

Closing Date

30-نوفمبر-2025

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.