Public Policy Executive

AstraZeneca; Fatih; On-site; TRY 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking a professional for policy intelligence and advocacy in Fatih, Turkey. You will develop strategic insights and synthesize evidence to support the company’s objectives in health care.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience, a degree in Economics or a related field, and strong analytical writing skills.

AstraZeneca values diversity, promotes an inclusive workplace, and offers a collaborative environment to drive medical innovation.

Qualifications

• Education in social sciences, advanced degrees preferred.
• 4+ years in policy research or health economics required.
• Strong analytical writing skills for reports and briefs.

Responsibilities

• Track policy developments in healthcare and pharmaceuticals.
• Produce policy briefs and insight reports for advocacy.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical and Marketing.

Skills

Analytical writing

Data visualization

Strategic thinking

Communication

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics or related fields

Advanced degree in Health Policy/Economics

Tools

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Job description

AstraZeneca is a global, science‑led, patient‑focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases.

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work, empowering people to push the boundaries of science and entrepreneurship.

Purpose

Develop policy intelligence, evidence synthesis, and strategic insights that support the company’s therapeutic priorities and reputation objectives; inform advocacy priorities and health system sustainability strategies.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, International Relations, or related social sciences; advanced degree in Health Policy/Economics, Public Administration, or Data Analytics preferred.
• Experience: +4 years experience in policy research, health economics, impact evaluation, or strategy analysis; familiarity with healthcare sector dynamics and regulatory environments.
• Analytical and writing: Strong analytical writing and synthesis skills; experience producing briefs, position documents, insight reports, and talking points.
• Strategic thinking and prioritization: Ability to manage multiple agendas, set priorities, and deliver on time.
• Presentation and visualization: Proficiency in presentation development and data visualization (advanced Excel/PowerPoint; Power BI or similar preferred).
• Communication and stakeholder awareness: Effective collaboration across disciplines; ability to tailor content to senior stakeholder expectations.
• Detail orientation and delivery focus: Analytical, proactive, and results‑oriented working style.
• Language: Advanced English; strong clarity in written and verbal communication.

Performance Indicators

• Timely publication of policy briefs and insight reports; internal actioning rate.
• Accuracy and predictive value of stakeholder and regulatory monitoring outputs.
• Measured impact of analytical inputs to advocacy and campaign content.
• Utilization and influence of research and benchmarking contributions in project outcomes.
• Full compliance with ethics and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Policy intelligence and monitoring: Continuously track policy and market developments across healthcare, pharmaceuticals, sustainability, and digital health; monitor national and global agendas, stakeholder movements, and regulatory changes.
• Analysis and evidence generation: Assess global best practices, comparative policy models, and international case studies; provide methodological support to evidence‑development activities; prepare impact analyses and risk/opportunity assessments.
• Insights and reporting: Produce concise policy briefs, position summaries, and insight reports; draft clear “call to action” notes and internal briefs; contribute analytical input to message frameworks and talking points.
• Advocacy and campaign support: Provide analytical contributions to policy campaigns, stakeholder engagements, and external positioning; support stakeholder mapping, influence plans, and measurement frameworks.
• Health system research: Contribute literature reviews, data collection/synthesis, and benchmarking to research projects focused on health system performance and sustainability.
• Collaboration and coordination: Work cross‑functionally with Medical, Market Access, and Marketing; provide content support to external platforms and NGO working groups as needed.

Why AstraZeneca?

A high‑performing team, united and motivated by our shared purpose to deliver life‑changing medicines. We aim to bring wider benefits to society, build healthy communities, and limit our impact on the planet. We value each unique contribution and recognize people as our greatest asset. We are committed to being a Great Place to Work.

EEO Statement

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non‑discrimination and work authorization.