Ethics Manager - 1 year contract

Job Title: Ethics Manager

At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, daring thinking, and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe.

Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to build a strong culture of collaboration and partnership by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office and BlueSky Hub in downtown Toronto are purposely crafted with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm, and connect on key projects.

Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca is an excellent place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking bold actions to address some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention.

Introduction to role:

Are you ready to make a difference in the pharmaceutical industry by championing ethical standards? At AstraZeneca, we prioritize integrity and perfection, even in the most ambitious environments. As an Ethics Manager (Nominated Signatory), you will be instrumental in ensuring ethical and compliant practices within our Oncology business unit. Your role will involve reviewing and approving materials, guiding SOP development, delivering training, and advising on interactions with healthcare professionals. You will ensure our activities consistently align with what we value, regulatory requirements, and global ethical standards. Are you up for the challenge?

Accountabilities:

Your roles and responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, Privacy, Regulatory, and other cross-functional partners to interpret company policies on sophisticated ethics and compliance matters, ensuring alignment with Canadian regulations and guidelines.

• Advise on Commercial and Medical projects, from digital initiatives to SOP updates, strengthening internal processes and enabling flawless customer-facing interactions.

• Review and approve promotional and non-promotional materials as the Local Nominated Signatory for the Oncology business unit, ensuring compliance with internal policies, Health Canada’s Distinction Document, the Food and Drugs Regulations (FDR), PAAB guidelines, and other applicable codes and standards.

• Enable knowledge sharing with local Marketing Company teams to optimize brand messages within regulatory and ethical frameworks.

• Champion best practices by sharing successes, supporting issue resolution, and serving as a role model for ethical and professional behaviour.

• Deliver training and communication on SOPs and ethical standards, as needed, to build compliance awareness across teams.

• Guide the Fair Market Value team to ensure consistent application of policies and best practices.

• Conduct Medical Affairs First Line Monitoring and support the implementation of audit action plans, risk assessments, and other ethics and compliance initiatives.

Crucial Skills/Experience:

• Demonstrates high ethical standards with good judgment, a strong grasp of ethical decision-making processes, and the ability to anticipate risks and share best practices.

• Brings a strong compliance approach with the confidence to be assertive, the ability to challenge the business, and the interpersonal skills to influence decisions constructively.

• Operates with independence, accountability, and a strong sense of responsibility.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and functions.

• Knowledge of Veeva CRM knowledge an asset

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical / Medtech/ Consulting industry, preferably in Regulatory, Compliance, Quality Assurance, or Medical Affairs.

• Strong understanding of Canadian pharmaceutical regulations, including the Food and Drugs Regulations (FDR), PAAB guidelines, the IMC Code, Health Canada requirements, and other applicable standards.

• Knowledge and experience in corporate governance principles and practices.

Great People want to Work with us! Find out why:

• GTAA Top Employer Award for 10 years
• Top 100 Employers Award
• Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture
• Learn more about working with us in Canada
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This is the place to make a meaningful impact – on patients’ lives and your personal growth. It’s both exciting and inspiring, and it’s what keeps us motivated every day.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now!

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com (mailto:AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com).

Date Posted

27-Aug-2025

Closing Date

18-Sept-2025

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.

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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.