Global Marketing Director, Hypertension

AstraZeneca is one of the world’s most exciting bio-pharmaceutical companies. From scientists to sales, lab techs to legal, we’re on a mission to turn ideas into life-changing medicines that improve patients’ lives and benefit society. We’re constantly moving forward as a company – agile and purposeful in our work. We’re focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we think we can really change the course of medicine and bring big new ideas to life. Our mission is ambitious, and it takes the skills of a collaborative team to really deliver on what science can do.

Our product is in Phase III development for blood pressure lowering in resistant / uncontrolled hypertension and expanding across cardiorenal diseases by the potential for a fixed-dose combination with a best-in-class medicine for treatment of CKD and heart failure. The program is supported by an expansive clinical program, including major Phase III outcomes studies that aim to demonstrate our product provides both blood pressure reduction and organ protection in a single treatment option.

The Global Marketing Director will lead the strategic development and execution of HCP and patient-centric strategies and programs focused on Hard to Control Hypertension. There is an opportunity to work across the franchise to support the commercial development of the robust lifecycle spanning 7 indications across 7 clinical trials over the next 7 years.  This role requires a dynamic leader with a deep understanding of the cardio renal landscape, patient needs, and innovative approaches to healthcare marketing. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance customer, improve health outcomes, and drive long-term relationships with key stakeholders globally, market affiliates, and external partners.

Accountabilities

• Strategy Development: Develop and implement comprehensive global marketing strategies tailored to patients with Hard to Control Hypertension, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.

• Patient Insights: Conduct and leverage market research and patient insights to understand patient needs, behaviors, and barriers to treatment adherence.

• Shape product strategy with a tie to disease area strategies and insights (in HTN, CKD, HF)

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with healthcare professionals, patient advocacy groups, and industry partners to co-create impactful patient programs.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams, including Medical Affairs, Sales, Regulatory, and Communications, to ensure cohesive implementation of strategies.

• Innovation & Digital Transformation: Drive innovation in patient and HCP engagement through digital platforms, mobile applications, and telehealth solutions.

• Performance Monitoring: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and refine strategies as necessary.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all marketing activities are compliant with regulatory standards and ethical guidelines.

• Budget Management: Oversee allocated budgets for patient programs, ensuring cost-effective strategies that deliver maximum impact.

• This role will report to the Global Head of Marketing

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree

• 10+ years pharmaceutical commercial experience

• Expertise in cardiovascular, renal, and / or metabolic disease areas

• Expertise in Development of Patient strategy and implementation

• Broad commercial experience including pre-launch and launch

• Experience with budget/expense management, business case development and management/ communication of brand performance. Evidence of developing compelling business cases

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• An advanced degree (MBA, MSc or PhD) is preferred

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.

AstraZeneca offers an environment where diversity is our strength, reflecting the variety of patients we serve. Here, you'll find a place for continuous learning, exchanging knowledge, and building best practices to grow your career. With a fusion of support, trust, and agility, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and embrace all the investment, feedback, and ample opportunities on offer. It's an exciting time for our team as we redefine the future of healthcare.

Ready to jump in and be part of something extraordinary? Apply now and take the next step in your career journey with AstraZeneca!

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $229,303 to $343,955. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. ​

Date Posted

06-Nov-2025

Closing Date

19-Nov-2025

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