Governmental Affairs Manager (Denmark) - Nordic Marketing Company

Are you ready to lead AstraZeneca and the industry into the future and generate a sustainable Health Care system? Do you have a passion for improving health with our medicines and through the strategic implementation of policies and transformative projects bringing the medicines to patients? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!   Our AstraZeneca Nordic Marketing Company employs around 550 people and has offices located in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Oslo, and Espoo. 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 are seeking a Governmental Affairs Manager to join us in Denmark. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing the Governmental Affairs strategy to ensure our medicines can continue to have the biggest impact on improving health. This is your chance to join a team that is leading the field with our work to drive innovative value strategy solutions. We articulate how critical our medicines are to the healthcare ecosystem through our strong and innovative value story.   The role  As a Governmental Affairs Manager, your role will be multifaceted. You will monitor the political development in the health care system relevant for your area of responsibilities and contribute to internal and external committee work. Your insights will be essential in developing and implementing national policy shaping strategies and plans to support R&I, CVRM and Oncology therapy areas with a clear link to the brand performances. You will also act as an advisor on governmental affairs, activities and projects, transferring your understanding from current public policy positions of various organisations and institutions to internal stakeholders, such as Marketing Managers, Medical Scientific Advisers and  Market Access Managers to optimize brand strategies. You will be an integrated part of the franchise teams and have a proactive lead role of the some of the transformative  projects and report into the business on their progress. Your success will be measured by the direct change in frame conditions and patient pathways and hereby business performance.   In order to succeed We are looking for an individual with a Master’s degree in political science, business administration, Public Health Science or similar. Public policy experience in the healthcare area and strong knowledge of the political landscape and health care system in country are essential for this role. Extensive experience on delivering impactful projects will be key and commercial pharma experience a significant plus.   Essential requirements  Strategic and analytical capabilities.   Strong negotiation and influencing skills.   Excellent collaborator.    Good ability to create internal and external relations and ability to work cross-functionally. Experience from working in parliament, ministries, trade- and industry associations, lifescience companies, PA agencies or similar. Excellent knowledge in English and local language.   Flair for science and business. I&D We are proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration! Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.   Why AstraZeneca At AstraZeneca, we are on a journey to bring life-saving medicines to patients. Our role in contributing to decreasing mortality rates globally is clear. We shape the future by spotting scientifically led commercial opportunities and acting now to operationalize and scale them. Driven by the solutions we bring to the healthcare ecosystem, we make an impact at every step of the patient journey. Our specialized team of trusted BioPharmaceuticals experts nurtures innovation and experimentation. We thrive on energy and pace, constantly thinking big to answer new challenges. Join us in improving patient experiences and health outcomes.   Welcome with your application, in English, latest by the 26th of April 2026!   Applications will be reviewed continuously throughout the application period.   Find out more: Our social media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/ Inclusion & Diversity: Inclusion and diversity Career site: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/ https://www.astrazeneca.dk/ The Nordic Marketing Company Date Posted 10-apr.-2026 Closing Date 26-apr.-2026 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.