Description
Strategic Business Operations and Execution, Business and Portfolio Operations Associate
About Astellas
At Astellas we are a progressive health partner, delivering value and outcomes where needed.
We pursue innovative science, focussing initially on the areas of greatest potential and then developing solutions where patient need is high, often in rare or under-served disease areas and in life-threatening or life-limiting diseases and conditions.
We work directly with patients, doctors and health care professionals on the front line to ensure patient and clinical needs are guiding our development activities at every stage.
Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn’t a buzzword - it’s a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division.
We work closely with regulatory authorities and payers to find new ways to ensure access to new therapies. We deliver the latest insights and real-world evidence to inform the best decisions for patients and their care-givers, to ensure the medicines we develop continue to provide meaningful outcomes.
Beyond medicines, we support our stakeholder communities to drive initiatives that improve awareness, education, access and ultimately standards of care.
The Opportunity
As a Strategic Business Operations and Execution Associate at Astellas Pharma, you will play a crucial role in driving operational excellence and strategic initiatives within our Research team. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance business processes and support the development of innovative therapies that transform patient care. Your contributions will directly impact our mission to Change Tomorrow™ and improve lives worldwide.
Hybrid Working
At Astellas, we recognize the importance of balancing your work and home life. This role offers a remote working solution so you can optimize the most productive work environment for you to succeed and deliver.
Key Responsibilities
- Effectively coordinate and manage onboarding of new employees into the clinical operations function including day one set up, training etc.
- Support the execution of strategic initiatives by collaborating with various teams to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
- Analyze business processes and identify opportunities for improvement to drive operational excellence.
- Assist in the development and implementation of project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Prepare reports and presentations for senior management, providing insights and recommendations based on data analysis.
- Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
Essential Knowledge Experience
- Experience in business operations or project management.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.
- Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
Preferred Experience
- Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
- Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.
- Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) is a plus.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Life Sciences, or a related field or equivalent.
Additional Information
- This is a permanent, full-time position.
- This position is based in the United Kingdom.
- This position follows our hybrid working model. Role requires a blend of home and a minimum of 1 day per quarter in our Addlestone office. Flexibility may be required in line with business needs.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
