In the Oncology Business Unit, we relentlessly follow the science, challenging the status quo to deliver more effective treatments to patients in need. Our commitment means we purposefully push back the limits of knowledge to change the practice of medicine. To ensure no patient is left behind, no matter what stage of disease.

Our AstraZeneca Nordic Marketing Company employs around 550 people and has offices located in Espoo, Oslo, Copenhagen, Stockholm. AstraZeneca Nordic is a recognized leader in its core therapy areas and aims to improve the lives of millions of people. This is an area where you are free to be more – you are encouraged to challenge traditional ways and test your curiosity. We drive innovative science, deliver key launches, build close collaboration and partnerships within health care.

We're hiring three Franchise Heads; one for Lung Cancer, one for Breast Cancer and one for GGG (Gynaecological, Genitourinary and Gastrointestinal Cancers).

Your role

As Franchise Head for Finland, you are a key leader in the Oncology Business Unit, one of AstraZeneca’s key growth platforms. You are accountable for driving the Franchise performance and managing the P/L. This includes developing the long-range franchise plan & strategic priorities including appropriate resource planning and assignment of responsibilities within the team as well as cross functional coordination. From your team´s perspective, you are a confident leader who will coach, inspire and develop the marketing and sales team, comprising franchise leads, brand managers and sales managers, to innovate and compete effectively in-market through cohesive cross-functional working both internally and externally.

Accountabilities

You will act as one of the key members of the Oncology Leadership Team & contribute to the overall Oncology strategy in Finland. This also includes influencing and shaping the Nordic strategies and deliverables according to Nordic needs as well as contributing to the development and implementation of the Oncology strategy, relentlessly improving the competitiveness of the business unit delivering ever more value for our Nordic customers and stakeholders.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Bachelors degree in business or life sciences. MBA / Ph.D. desired
• Leadership experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry with accountability and a proven track record for delivering on business goals. You can integrate a variety of perspectives into meaningful strategies and programs.
• Broad commercial experience with demonstrated success across various stages of the brand lifecycle, including pre-launch planning, launch execution, HTA validation, and long-term business planning
• Profound understanding of drug development and commercialization in Oncology
• Solid grasp of ongoing paradigm changes and future trends in healthcare commercialization
• Demonstrated ability to build teams and achieve goals by delivering through others. You can create and mobilize an inclusive work environment of highest integrity and quality, fostering learning, growth, individual development and attraction of top talent.
• Proven experience and knowledge of a broad base of external partners and customers including patients, prescribers, payors, providers and in/out license/alliance partners.
• P&L management experience and ability to build a financial narrative
• Experienced with key regulations in the field of pharmaceutical compliance and commercialization

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Why AstraZeneca

Join a place that’s working to fundamentally change the way cancer is treated. Evolving to an outcomes-based model – we go beyond treatment to shape the cancer care environment and transform the whole patient experience. We work holistically, from early diagnosis to survivorship, ensuring no patient is left behind. Each of us believes that by delivering earlier stage interventions with curative possibilities and championing the development of precision combinations, we can transform the lives of patients living with cancer across the world.

I&D

We are proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Here, employees are empowered to express different perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.

So, what is next

Are you ready to make your mark on the healthcare ecosystem, the industry and business and, most importantly, our patients? Apply now to join us in our mission to push science as far as it can go!

Welcome with your application, in English, no later than 18th of November, 2026

Where can I find out more?

Our social media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/

Inclusion & Diversity: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/inclusion-diversity

Career site: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/

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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.