Global Oncology Medical Ethics Director

AstraZeneca GmbH; Luton; On-site; GBP 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca in the United Kingdom seeks a Director, Oncology Global Medical Ethics to act as Global Nominated Signatory, guiding medical governance for oncology. You will lead regulatory and ethical standards across worldwide activities, collaborating with commercial and medical teams to ensure compliant, innovative programs.

The role requires deep regulatory knowledge, strategic influence, and strong leadership to drive responsible innovation in a dynamic pharmaceutical landscape.

Qualifications

• Medical qualification or UK-registered pharmacist qualification with significant pharmaceutical industry experience
• Proven track record in Oncology therapy areas with strong scientific understanding and product launch experience
• Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration ideally within global/regional roles, managing multiple stakeholders and influencing at all organisational levels
• Deep knowledge of international medical compliance legislation, codes of practice (UK ABPI, EFPIA, IFPMA), and their practical application
• Understanding of the pharmaceutical industry regulatory and political environment
• Corporate governance knowledge and experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Act as Global Nominated Signatory, providing expert advisory consultation on promotional and non-promotional activities from concept through to execution, and reviewing/approving global materials to ensure alignment with AstraZeneca policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards
• Proactively engage closely with commercial and medical teams to understand business strategy and priorities to plan ahead, ensure alignment and effective execution
• Navigate complex global matrix relationships, expertly managing multiple stakeholders while maintaining clarity and driving alignment
• Lead the AstraZeneca approach and tone for medical standards within the designated therapy area, embedding compliance as an integral business enabler while actively fostering innovation and creativity through regulatory expertise
• Support flawless execution of global activities in local markets and seamless congress operations through close collaboration with global and local teams
• Deliver impactful global-local training to drive understanding of regulations across promotional/non-promotional activities and its application, and build an empowered global network
• Champion best practices, share learnings and drive consistency in decision-making across Oncology and Biopharma Global Medical Ethics teams
• Identify and discuss systemic issues proactively and implement preventive solutions that strengthen quality standards while accelerating business objectives
• Provide expert support in preparing cases for challenge, defence of activities/materials, and intercompany dialogue
• Leverage AI tools to bring efficiencies and simplifications, augmenting work processes and driving innovation
• Build AI capability and knowledge across the team and broader organisation, fostering a culture of continuous learning and digital transformation

Skills

Ethical Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Influence & Stakeholder Management

Communication & Clarity

Independence & Analytical Capability

Education

Medical qualification or UK-registered pharmacist qualification

Job description

AstraZeneca in the United Kingdom seeks a Director, Oncology Global Medical Ethics to act as Global Nominated Signatory, guiding medical governance for oncology. You will lead regulatory and ethical standards across worldwide activities, collaborating with commercial and medical teams to ensure compliant, innovative programs.

The role requires deep regulatory knowledge, strategic influence, and strong leadership to drive responsible innovation in a dynamic pharmaceutical landscape.