Introduction to roleAt AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on a team-oriented culture that values knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation. The Director, People & Transformation will shape and deliver an integrated people transformation agenda that propels the Global Corporate Affairs (GCA) organization into the future. This strategic leader will partner with the GCA Leadership Team and HR Business Partner to build a best‑in‑class Corporate Affairs team, foster a high‑performing organizational culture, and cultivate future leaders. The role includes spearheading GCA’s digital and AI‑driven transformation and driving impactful change across the organization.AccountabilitiesLead ambitious change programs that prepare GCA for continued evolution and long‑term success.Set the vision for learning and talent development, identify critical skills gaps and evaluate L&D impact.Drive strategic adoption of digital, AI, and advanced analytics tools to embed new capabilities.Define and embed the leadership agenda to cultivate a diverse, high‑performing leadership community.Promote agile work practices and continuous improvement across teams.Design comprehensive employee experience strategies covering onboarding, digital enablement, career mobility and wellbeing.Implement innovative programs that strengthen global talent pipelines and advance inclusion and diversity.Own frameworks for people transformation activities, including budget oversight and strategic impact reporting.Build influential relationships with senior stakeholders and represent GCA priorities within AstraZeneca.Essential Skills/ExperienceDemonstrated senior experience in enterprise‑scale people transformation, digital capability building,



and organisational change in a sophisticated global business, preferably with Corporate Affairs experience.Deep expertise in digital and AI strategy, with a record of embedding technology‑enabled learning and capability programmes at the leadership level.Strong background delivering operational excellence, agile change and leadership development initiatives across multi‑country teams.Experience crafting comprehensive employee experience programmes covering engagement, wellbeing, onboarding and career progression.Substantial achievement in leading inclusion and diversity breakthroughs at a strategic level.Advanced skill in governance, analytics and reporting to executive audiences.Strong communication and influencing skills, both verbal and written, supported by strong analytical ability and digital fluency to extract and communicate actionable insights.Understanding of future trends, particularly in Corporate Affairs, impacting future skills and requirements of teams and leaders.Desirable Skills/ExperienceStrategic approach with ability to design and be responsible for L&D strategies, build leadership capability,



handle global stakeholder engagement and enhance function‑wide culture.Significant experience managing diverse stakeholder relationships and forging trusted relationships at a senior level.Demonstrable experience cultivating positive, results‑oriented cultures with others.Great People want to Work with us! Find out whyGTAA Top Employer Award for 11 yearsTop 100 Employers AwardCanada’s Most Admired Corporate CultureLearn more about working with us in CanadaView our YouTube channelAstraZeneca is an equal‑opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. We are committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process.Annual base salary for this position ranges from $149,131.20 to $195,734.70. The base pay offered will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including the candidate’s skills and experience, job‑related knowledge, and other specific business and organisational needs. In some cases, offers outside the range may also be considered to address unique circumstances.In addition, permanent positions offer an annual variable pay bonus / short‑term incentive opportunity and eligibility to participate in our equity‑based long‑term incentive program (if applicable to role). Benefits for permanent roles include a competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program, 4 weeks of paid vacation and annual personal days. Fixed‑term contract/temporary positions (excluding students) are offered a Contract Benefits Program.We are using AI as part of the recruitment process.This advertisement relates to a current vacancy.Ready to make a difference?Apply now to join AstraZeneca’s transformative journey!#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director, People & Transformation, Global Corporate Affairs - C$149,131.2 - C$195,734.7 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 AstraZeneca
📍 Toronto