Are you a marketer who wants to make a meaningful difference for patients? Do you want to apply your brand marketing expertise in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life-changing medicines? If so, AstraZeneca could be the place for you.
About AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. We are united by a shared ambition to push the boundaries of science to deliver better outcomes for patients, society and our people.
Business Area
Our BioPharmaceuticals pipeline is growing, and it takes something special to bring innovative medicines to patients while responding to the evolving needs of healthcare professionals and partners. In our Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolic (CVRM) business, we are looking for someone who is curious, collaborative and delivery-focused, with a passion for turning strategy into high-quality execution.
Taking a forward-looking approach, we look at the world through a different lens. We go above and beyond to find solutions that make a real impact for patients by harnessing science, embracing technology and connecting the healthcare ecosystem. Our success depends on every individual being able to contribute proactively, so bring your voice and make your mark. Here, your ideas will be valued by both leaders and peers. You will be encouraged to collaborate, speak up and help shape the way we work, with genuine accountability and support across the business.
What You’ll Do
In this 12 month max term Brand Manager contract role, you will support the delivery of insight-informed brand plans and omnichannel activation across the CVRM portfolio. Reporting to the Head of Marketing, and working closely with the Senior Brand Managers, this role will focus on both strategic project support and operational execution across digital and traditional tactics. You will help bring brand plans to life through coordinated, compliant and patient-centric execution across Australia and New Zealand. This is a highly collaborative role, partnering closely with the Sales Team and also with other Brand Managers, Medical, Sales, Market Access, Regulatory, BI/Analytics and Operations to support responsible adoption and optimal use of medicines. Your responsibilities will include contributing to annual brand strategy and activation planning, supporting content production and campaign operations, coordinating sales enablement materials, and delivering omnichannel initiatives.
Typical Accountabilities
- Support the Senior Brand Manager and contribute to the brand planning process market research, insight gathering & helping inform tactics
- Support the execution of annual brand strategy and activation roadmaps
- Deliver content and campaign operations, including briefing, tagging, approvals, deployment, optimisation and version control
- Coordinate sales enablement materials for field teams, meetings and conferences including e-detailers, CLM content, leave-behinds, objection handlers and training materials
- Execute omnichannel initiatives across digital and traditional channels
- Contribute to test-and-learn initiatives, including campaign analysis and optimisation recommendations
- Support budget administration including reconciliation and spend tracking
- Collaborate across multiple stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, with clear communication of status, risks and dependencies
Essential for the Role
- Pharmaceutical Industry Brand Manager experience - Minimum of 3 years, ideally 5 years +
- Business or Marketing Degree in relevant field preferred
- Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate stakeholders and influence quality execution
- Demonstrated customer-focus and ability to rapidly develop mutually beneficial relationships with key customers
- Demonstrated project leadership experience with the ability to manage competing timelines
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully with cross-functional stakeholders
- Strong digital fluency understanding of omni-channel marketing delivering campaigns and a passion for this
- A proactive, agile and resilient mindset, with accountability for delivery and commitment to patient centricity and compliant execution
Desirable for the Role
- Understanding of the development and commercialisation of pharmaceutical products in Australia
- Experience in the areas of cardiovascular, endocrinology and or nephrology
- Marketing experience form both primary and secondary care channels
- Understanding of the Australian Healthcare environment
Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca, you will have the opportunity to work in an environment where innovation is encouraged, collaboration is valued and every voice matters. This is a chance to build your marketing career in a role where you can contribute to meaningful work and help deliver better outcomes for patients.
So, What’s Next?
If you are ready to bring fresh thinking, strong execution and a passion for collaboration to a growing and impactful business area, we would love to hear from you.
Learn More
Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn and explore our ANZ Careers Page to learn more about our company, culture and opportunities.
AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) and as a Silver Tier Employer within the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI). Visit our careers pages to learn more about our commitment to fostering a flexible, diverse and inclusive environment.
Date Posted
17-July-2026
Closing Date
30-July-2026
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.
