PA Community & Implementation Lead
About Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?
We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.
Location and Working Environment
This position is hybrid and will require you to be onsite 1 day per quarter in our Addlestone office in the United Kingdom.
Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines Statement- At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.
Purpose & Scope
The Public Affairs Community & Implementation Lead (CIL) will drive the global cohesion, capability, and effectiveness of Astellas’ Public Affairs (PA) community. The role ensures consistent implementation of global PA strategies across therapeutic areas, geographies, and functions, while fostering a vibrant internal community of practice that enhances knowledge sharing, stakeholder alignment, and impact measurement.
The CIL plays a critical enabling role, providing operational leadership rather than deep technical PA expertise. The position focuses on coordination, execution, and community building, enabling PA colleagues globally to deliver consistent, high quality outcomes aligned with Astellas’ strategic priorities.
Role and Responsibilities
- Build and maintain the Global Public Affairs Community of Practice, managing channels, routines, and forums that connect global, regional, and affiliate teams.
- Develop engagement platforms (Teams channels, newsletters, internal campaigns) to increase visibility and alignment on priorities in collaboration with GPA team members.
- Support onboarding and professional development programs for public affairs colleagues globally.
- Operational support in the development of toolkits, playbooks, and implementation guides for policy campaigns, stakeholder engagement, and issue management in collaboration with other colleagues within the GPA team.
- Ensure consistency in messaging, materials, and metrics across regions.
Continue: Role and Responsibilities
- Lead facilitation of annual or quarterly PA Community meetings and capability-building sessions.
- Curate and maintain a central knowledge repository of public affairs case studies, best practices, and learning materials.
- Design and coordinate internal learning modules or leadership development content focused on strategic influence, policy engagement, and advocacy excellence in collaboration with subject matter experts.
- Operational support in implementation of the Astellas public affairs operating model.
Required Qualifications
- External affairs experience, in either public or government affairs, communications or patient advocacy. Experience in commercial excellence, or corporate strategy will also be considered.
- Strong understanding of the dynamics of pharmaceutical business model in key markets globally
- Experience working collaboratively in a team and cross-functionally in an organization.
- Actively seeks out and supports collaborative thinking and problem solving with others in the organization
- Strong interpersonal, influencing, negotiation, and communication skills (written and verbal) to effectively address all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully manage and deliver multiple projects within a matrix organisation
- Experience with agile ways of working would be beneficial.
Preferred Qualifications
- Pharmaceutical/healthcare industry experience
- Public affairs or strategic communications consultancy experience
- Experience with national and/or state/regional healthcare industry associations
- Government experience - legislative / parliamentary / regulatory agency
- Strategic Operations experience within a pharmaceutical company or consultancy environment.
What awaits you at Astellas?
- Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
- Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
- Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
- A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviors
- Impact
- Innovation
- Integrity
- One Astellas
- Accountability
- Courage
- Sense of Urgency
- Outcome Focus
Benefits
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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