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Director Strategic Projects - Alliance Management (ClinOps)

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 5 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

AstraZeneca

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Overview

Work mode: Hybrid, Barcelona
Contract: Full-time
Experience: Senior level

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What we're looking for

Strong understanding of, and practical experience working within, a range of clinical study outsourcing models, including full-service, functional outsourcing, and Functional Service Provider (FSP) models and/or experience working with technology suppliers and applying technology solutions to support clinical study delivery.
Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional strategic projects involving senior stakeholders in a global environment.
Strong understanding of Clinical Operations across R&D and roles of enabling functions such as R&D Procurement, Quality, Finance, and IT.
Strong strategic thinking, project management, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
Experience leading change, implementation, and business improvement initiatives.

The role

An exciting opportunity in Alliance Management (ClinOps) to take on a high-impact strategic leadership role shaping how we work with outsourced suppliers to deliver clinical studies across AstraZeneca.

We are seeking a Director, Strategic Projects to define and implement supplier strategies, align senior stakeholders, and establish effective approaches for monitoring supplier performance and identifying optimisation opportunities.

This role offers an opportunity to make a sustained impact within Alliance Management (ClinOps) and across Clinical Operations. The successful candidate will bring an enterprise-wide perspective, lead high-priority strategic initiatives, and build strong partnerships across Clinical Operations, Therapy Areas, and key enabling functions. They will help shape important business decisions, work closely with senior stakeholders, and contribute to the long-term strategy and evolution of outsourced services used to deliver clinical studies across both BioPharma and Oncology.

The successful candidate will bring an enterprise-wide perspective, build strong partnerships across Clinical Operations, Therapy Areas, and key enabling functions, and contribute to the long-term evolution of outsourced services supporting clinical studies across BioPharma and Oncology.

What you'll do

Lead strategic initiatives within Alliance Management (ClinOps).
Define and drive strategies that support consistent ways of working, effective supplier models, and business needs across Therapy Areas.
Build alignment across senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to support agreement, adoption, and execution.
Lead implementation and support the adoption and sustained use of agreed strategies and ways of working.
Establish an approach for supplier performance tracking to be able to identify where adjustments are needed over time.
Drive continuous improvement across vendor strategy, outsourcing models, and cross-functional ways of working.

How you'll work

Location: Barcelona - Spain (3 days working from the office and 2 days working from home)

Date Posted

12-oct-2026

Closing Date

25-oct-2026

Hiring process

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Candidates who reach interview stage or beyond usually get feedback within 14 days of the role's closing date.
Interview travel expenses are reimbursed for journeys over 100km.
Alcohol and drug testing is carried out for new hires where required by local country legislation.

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercializes prescription medicines in therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiovascular, renal and metabolism, and respiratory and immunology. With a workforce of over 80,000 employees worldwide, the company is headquartered in Cambridge, UK, and operates across more than 100 countries, focusing on innovative medicines and advanced technologies like AI and data science to transform patient care.

In Spain, AstraZeneca has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, contributing to clinical development, regulatory affairs, and commercial operations. The company is known for its collaborative and inclusive culture, offering international professionals opportunities to work on global projects, particularly in areas like cell therapy, AI-driven health solutions (Evinova), and patient safety. With a strong commitment to diversity and innovation, AstraZeneca Spain is an attractive destination for talent seeking to make a global impact while living in Spain.

Industry: Pharma
Founded: 1999
Employees: 10,000+
Headquarters: Cambridge, UK
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: astrazeneca.es

Good to know if you are moving

AstraZeneca offers a global, multicultural work environment with opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the world.
The company has a strong commitment to employee development and offers various career growth programs.
Spain offices are located in major cities like Madrid and Barcelona, offering a high quality of life and vibrant culture.
AstraZeneca is a leader in innovative therapies, providing employees with the chance to work on cutting-edge medical advancements.
The company supports flexible working arrangements and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

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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.

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