Director / Senior Director, Corporate Affairs, Spain & Portugal

Overview

Director / Senior Director, Corporate Affairs, Spain & Portugal at Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. The Senior Director, Corporate Affairs for Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease in Spain & Portugal leads strategic initiatives that align global and regional policy engagement, government affairs, and communications. This role supports the Spanish Leadership Team and the Europe & Canada Corporate Affairs network to advance market shaping and healthcare advancements.

Accountabilities

In this role you will develop and implement a comprehensive corporate affairs strategy that integrates policy shaping, advocacy, government affairs, and communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure strategic alignment with business drivers and therapy area priorities. Lead national and local media relations, engage with governments and stakeholders on policy issues, and manage the corporate affairs budget. Mentor and develop the Director of Communications to foster strong performance across the team.

Essential Skills / Experience

• 10+ years of experience in in-house and / or agency corporate affairs, government relations or communications in a health care setting.
• Strong and broad background in public affairs in the bio / pharmaceutical industry.
• Robust media relations experience.
• Experience in content for digital and social media.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven track record of working successfully with both executives and subject matter experts.
• Knowledge of the local media and policy landscape as well as relationships with national and regional stakeholders.
• Robust working experience in international and intercultural settings.
• Fluency in both Spanish and English.

Desirable Skills / Experience

Work Environment and Accessibility

In-person collaboration is valued, with a flexible approach to office presence. The organization emphasizes innovation, bold thinking, and a commitment to transforming patients’ lives through science.

Company Context

At AstraZeneca, we push boundaries and explore new areas of unmet need. Our rapidly expanding portfolio supports an energizing culture where ideas flourish and connections are built. Your career is a journey to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives.

Ready to Apply

Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Apply now to join our team.

Job Details

Date Posted 10-Sept-2025

Closing Date 23-Sept-2025

Equal Opportunity

Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff Affrmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every individual can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact Alexion participates in E-Verify.

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