Talent Acquisition Project Manager

As a global science-led biopharmaceutical company, ultimately our aim is to find solutions that prevent, treat and even cure some of the world’s most complex diseases. A strong team, we are united and motivated by our shared purpose – to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. A vibrant environment where passion, determination and resilience is central to our purpose.

If you thrive in an energising environment where challenging work goes hand in hand with development – there is no better place to unlock and build a long-term career.

The Project Manager will play a meaningful role in leading and running various talent acquisition initiatives and projects to support the Talent Acquisition Deployment team and strategic objectives - this includes support with demand planning, forecasts, data updates, gap analysis in areas such as global process & ways of working, systems & technology, employer branding, resource requests & capability uplift requirements for the teams in these countries.

As a Project Manager, you will develop and deliver actions plans along with implementing solutions to close the gaps. The aim of this role will be to align the countries to global standards to provide hiring manager and candidates with a consistent level of service/experience.

Typical Accountabilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and results.

• Build and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets.

• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with overall talent acquisition strategy.

• Provide regular project status updates to key stakeholders.

• Identifying and tracking continuous improvement initiatives.

• Enables cross-functional sharing of business improvement ideas by ensuring adequate systems and processes for recording data in a centrally accessible manner.

• Oversees specialised research/insights to deliver new proposals, and amalgamates findings so they can be used to underpin new business initiatives.

• Support the implementation of globally agreed Business Improvement strategies including process and technology related to the function.

Crucial requirements

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

• Experience as a project manager, preferably in talent acquisition or human resources.

• Understanding of recruitment processes and best practices.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder leadership skills.

• Experience in project management tools and techniques.

• English and Portuguese - C1 level (min).

Are you ready to play a key role in our transformation journey? There's so much potential and so much more for us to do. The rapid pace of change impacts the entire enterprise, from freeing scientists' time to focus on discovery, to reimagining our processes. Join us now and make an even bigger impact!

Date Posted

05-Jul-2024

Closing Date

21-Jul-2024

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.