Governmental Affairs Head Denmark – Nordic Marketing Company
Governmental Affairs Head Denmark – Nordic Marketing Company
Are you ready to make a significant impact on the healthcare system in Denmark and bring Astra Zeneca Denmark into the future?
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.
As the Governmental Affairs Head at AstraZeneca, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that innovative medicines are prioritized and effectively integrated into the healthcare system. Your leadership will drive political strategies and framework conditions that support patient journeys and treatments, ensuring that medicines not only reach the market but also lead to successful patient outcomes. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Denmark!
You will directly report to the country director of Denmark, be a member of the Danish leadership team. This position is located in our Copenhagen office.
The role:
The Governmental Affairs Head in Denmark is responsible for developing and executing strategic governmental affairs priorities that support AstraZeneca’s (AZ) therapy area objectives, including Respiratory & Immunology, Cardiovascular Renal Metabolism, Vaccines & Immune therapies, and Oncology. This role creates and implements national policy-shaping initiatives aligned with franchise needs, influences health policy through AZ and LIF committee work, and leads key partnerships and cross-company projects.
Collaborating closely with communications, you drive a positive reputation among political, patient, and payer stakeholders while serving as a guiding resource for internal colleagues regarding public policy changes.
As the principal AZ contact to Danish LIF, the position leads and coordinates AZ’s engagement and input, spearheads alliances with external partners, and maintains strong visibility among healthcare policymakers and leaders. You advise franchise teams and the country director on healthcare opportunities, contributes to AZ DK’s leadership team, directly manages a team of three Governmental Affairs managers and one student assistant, and ensures aligned execution of governmental affairs strategies.
Essentials for the role:
For this role, we’re seeking a candidate with a solid academic foundation in fields such as political science or business administration, coupled with substantial experience shaping healthcare policy and leading impactful projects.
Success will rely on strong strategic, analytical, and communication abilities, fluency in English and Danish, and a thorough understanding of the Danish health system and pharmaceutical industry.
We value candidates who build effective relationships across diverse teams and stakeholders, negotiate skillfully, and are comfortable collaborating with healthcare customers.
Experience in pharmaceutical sales, marketing, consultancy, or people leadership is an advantage.
We welcome applicants from varied backgrounds who are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and contributing to an inspiring workplace.
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.
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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 driven by our mission to bring life-saving medicines to patients worldwide. Our commitment to decreasing global mortality rates is unwavering as we shape the future by identifying scientifically-led commercial opportunities. We thrive on energy and pace, constantly pushing boundaries to deliver impactful solutions throughout the patient journey. Our inclusive team fosters innovation by drawing on diverse backgrounds and experiences. Join us to be part of a journey that defines the future of BioPharmaceuticals.
So, what is next:
Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Great, because we cannot wait to hear from you. Welcome with your application, in English, latest by the 20th of October 2025
To find out more:
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Inclusion & Diversity: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/inclusion-diversity
Career site: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/
Date Posted
03-okt.-2025Closing Date
20-okt.-2025AstraZeneca 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.
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