Lead, Global E&C Training & Communications

Do you want to be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients? Every day, we are driven to develop and deliver innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians. If you want to be part of this exciting work, you belong at Astellas!Increase your chances of reaching the interview stage by reading the complete job description and applying promptly.Astellas Pharma Inc. is a pharmaceutical company conducting business in more than 70 countries around the world. We are committed to turning innovative science into medical solutions that bring value and hope to patients and their families. Keeping our focus on addressing unmet medical needs and conducting our business with ethics and integrity enables us to improve the health of people throughout the world.This position is based in Northbrook, Illinois. Remote work from certain states may be permitted in accordance with Astellas' Responsible Flexibility Guidelines. Candidates interested in remote work are encouraged to apply.Purpose and Scope:To manage the delivery of a portfolio of training and communication projects which are oriented towards enhancing the maturity of the Ethics & Compliance Program and/or continually improving the operations of the Division.Ensure that training and communications projects have clearly defined goals, objectives, and milestones and work with Project Leaders to drive the execution and maintain appropriate communication across the project stakeholders.To assess and apply the appropriate project management methodologies, adult learning, and communications skills to our training and communications projects.Essential Job Responsibilities:To work closely with E&C Leads and the E&C Leadership Team and support the design, development, delivery, and execution of global training and communications projects.To analyze training and communications activities and surveys and develop recommendations/proposals for training and communications global projects.To maintain up-to-date and accurate training and communications plans and campaigns and other project documentation as deemed appropriate.To maintain, communicate, and lead global projects using an Agile approach for project reporting.To support the identification of training and communications improvement opportunities and the prioritization of training and communications.To work closely with members of Communications & Investor Relations, Human Resources, members of the Executive Committee, functional Heads, and key business partner groups and/or leadership forums on which this role will represent E&C.To support the Head, E&C Transformation, Training & Communications with the development and deployment of the program through internal and external Business Partners.Qualifications Required:5+ years corporate, global communications and training experience.Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of adult learning principles, and global training and communications methodology.Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, given the global reach of the role.Ability to develop training content and global learning plans.Experience working in a multi-cultural, matrixed global organization.Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Commitment to ethics, integrity, professionalism, and collegiality, and ability to maintain confidentiality in sensitive matters.Preferred Required:Preferred experience in compliance or related functions (e.g., regulatory, legal, audit, or risk).Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret rules and guidelines, and ability to conceptualize policies and procedures.Strong leadership, collaboration, and English communication skills.Experience in writing and leading global corporate training and communications.Understanding of Agile methodology.Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and SharePoint Online.5+ years of experience in pharmaceuticals or compliance-related industry.Working Environment:At Astellas, we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver.Travel may be required from time to time to a Regional or Affiliate Astellas office.Geographic scope of role is Global, position location is Established Region.Benefits:Medical, Dental and Vision InsuranceGenerous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation, Sick time, plus national holidays including Heritage Days, and Summer and Winter Breaks401(k) match and annual company contributionCompany paid life insuranceAnnual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positionsLong Term Incentive Plan for eligible positionsReferral bonus programCompensation: $140,300 - 187,000 (NOTE: Final salary could be more or less, commensurate with experience)All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.#LI-LKCategory ExcellenceAstellas is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment.EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-10-31