Director, Sustainability Reporting & Global Communications

AstraZeneca; Luton; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking a Director of Sustainability Reporting & Communications in Luton, UK. You will design the operating model for local sustainability reporting, ensuring statutory and voluntary disclosures are accurate, aligned with Group standards and supported by robust governance.

You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with Finance, Legal and Corporate Affairs, and drive improvements in reporting processes, data quality and stakeholder communications across multiple markets.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in sustainability, finance, ESG, audit, risk or related discipline in a complex global organisation.
• Translate regulatory requirements into practical reporting processes.
• Experience leading multi-market projects with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design operating model for local sustainability reporting, governance and escalation for disclosures.
• Provide guidance on reporting regulations across jurisdictions.
• Develop a hub for local sustainability data and share best practices.
• Create SOPs, templates and controls for subsidiary reporting.
• Ensure disclosures align with Group reporting, narratives and data definitions.
• Coordinate with Finance, Legal, Corporate Affairs for disclosures.
• Engage markets to assess requirements and opportunities to leverage Group reporting.
• Oversee quality and audit-readiness of reporting documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement through automation and knowledge sharing.
• Act as SME and escalation point for complex reporting matters.

Skills

Sustainability reporting

Stakeholder management

Programme management

Governance & controls

Communication of complex regulatoryReq

Education

Graduate degree in sustainability/finance/business

Tools

Workiva

Job description

AstraZeneca is seeking a Director of Sustainability Reporting & Communications in Luton, UK. You will design the operating model for local sustainability reporting, ensuring statutory and voluntary disclosures are accurate, aligned with Group standards and supported by robust governance.

You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with Finance, Legal and Corporate Affairs, and drive improvements in reporting processes, data quality and stakeholder communications across multiple markets.