Test 1

Typical Accountabilities:
• Delivers generalist Information Technology support at a country or SET area level, acting as the primary point-of-contact for provision of professional advice and support to a range Information Services activities and programs

• Conducts analysis and prepares business cases across the Information Services discipline in areas such as architecture, security, service delivery etc

• Works with management to understand business priorities and tailor Information Technology support to local requirements

• Maintain links and networks with other teams/functions/3rd parties that impact on the activities undertaken by the team

• Reviews Information Services policies and processes, identifying areas for enhancement and making recommendations for change

• Assists the business execute and communicate the reasons for change

• Follows long-term resource plan and contingency models to secure continuity of operations

• Ensures costs are maintained within set budget


Typical People Management Responsibility (direct / indirect reports):
• Approximate number of people managed in total (all levels) - 0


What is the global remit? (how many countries will the role operate in?):
• Another country

Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• Essential: Prior relevant experience in a similar role with good knowledge and experience in information systems; Proven experience of the application of policies, procedures and guidelines within a quality, compliance and legal environment; Experience of change management and providing innovative solutions on smaller projects
• Desirable: Degree in science, maths, engineering or information management; Experience of working in a global organisation with complex/geographical context

Skills and Capabilities:
• Essential: Ability to interpret and communicate detailed technical information into business language
• Desirable:

Key Relationship to reach solutions:
• Internal (to AZ or team): Business Managers; Information Architecture; Security/Compliance; Integrated Assurance; Information Services & Information Technology Strategy and Architecture; Solution Design; Service Management
• External (to AZ): Third party vendors/suppliers

Date Posted

Closing Date

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.