Manager Group Internal Audit

Job Description

Are you a naturally curious and highly motivated person with an expertise in global Internal Audit? Do you want to make a significant impact on the Group Internal Audit, AstraZeneca Enabling Functions and Alexion Rare Disease Unit team at a company that transforms scientific ideas into life-changing medicines? If so, AstraZeneca could be your next career destination! At AstraZeneca, we prioritize patients and strive to address their unmet needs globally. Here, you'll find an entrepreneurial spirit, a collaborative environment, and the opportunity to turn the impossible into reality. Are you ready to take swift action, lead with confidence, collaborate effectively, and explore the potential of science?

Accountabilities

As a Group Internal Audit Manager, you will have the opportunity to make a substantial impact by contributing to a top-performing Internal Audit function. With a focus spanning commercial, operations, R&D and enabling functions across AstraZeneca and the Alexion Rare Disease Unit, you will collaborate with our team to deliver a complex and high-profile portfolio of audits. Building relationships with management teams and evaluating risks, controls, and policy interpretations will be key aspects of your role. Innovation is encouraged, including applying digital and data-driven techniques to enhance audit planning and reporting. Sharing insights from your work will inform audit planning and educate the business on commercialization challenges and risks.

Essential Skills/Experience

• 7+ years previous experience of auditing regulatory compliance frameworks within the life science sector, including evaluating compliance with anti-bribery policies and controls

• 3+ years’ experience of working within a manager-level audit role, preferably in a Big Four accounting firm or another large global organization

• 3+ years’ experience within the Pharma / Healthcare sectors

• Ability to integrate with, manage and motivate teams across different locations

• High level of personal integrity, tenacity and independence

• An open and flexible communication style, able to adjust your approach and influence others, including senior management teams

• Ability to analyze complex issues from a range of perspectives and form considered judgements around the actions to be taken

• Experience of using digital or data-driven auditing and visualization techniques to drive impactful insights.

• Strong project management and report writing skills

• Bachelor’s Degree required, master’s degree preferred

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

AstraZeneca offers an environment where you can be part of a talented global team that drives innovation and transformation. We empower our employees to unlock the potential of science and make a significant impact on patients' lives. With countless opportunities for growth and development, you'll be part of a dynamic team that embraces creativity and strategic thinking. Our commitment to ethics, compliance, and transparency ensures that we do things the right way while fostering an entrepreneurial spirit.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join AstraZeneca's journey in transforming healthcare!

Date Posted

18-Jul-2025

Closing Date

14-Aug-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.