Corporate Governance Manager 14 Month Contract Hybrid Work- on average 3 days/week from our Mississauga or Downtown office Are you ready to take on a new challenge as a corporate governance, company secretarial or legal professional? Join AstraZeneca's Board & Corporate Support team (B&CS) and become part of a respected group that operates in the UK and Canada. We collaborate closely with the Legal function and colleagues worldwide, supporting AstraZeneca PLC’s Board, Board Committees, and Senior Executive Team. Our team manages stock exchange listings, corporate disclosures, Group subsidiary companies, financings, annual reports, and corporate transactions. We value flexibility, learning, and embracing new challenges. We foster collaboration within the team and across the business, taking pride in our high standards and ability to deliver under pressure. Typical Accountabilities: As a Corporate Governance Manager, you will report to the Company Secretary and your ongoing responsibilities include: management of Group subsidiaries maintaining the Group structure chart supporting intra-group transactions management of restricted persons and insider lists, and supporting on other matters associated with Market Abuse Regulations supporting production of AstraZeneca’s Annual Report supporting the annual Director and Officers’ liability insurance renewal process liaising with Group Treasury and managing KYC requests supporting on the quarterly and annual litigation disclosures managing documentary due diligence for the US Form 20-F filing, and other ad hoc projects including bond issuances assisting with document execution requests, including arranging notarization and legalization Essential for the role: At least 4 years of corporate governance, company secretarial, or legal experience coupled with a desire to expand your skill set as you quickly adapt to a new team and new organization Pragmatic with an ability to switch your focus between detailed technical matters and a broader “big picture” approach Proven record of ability to take on and prioritize multiple workstreams while being comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work to high standards of accuracy. Collaborative and keen to share knowledge with and learn from other team members, and represent the team to internal and external stakeholders Desirable for the role: Company secretarial or other legal/ governance qualification (obtained or partially completed) Listed company experience and a good knowledge of the associated regulatory requirements Governance experience and working knowledge of UK corporate governance regime or similar An understanding of the regulatory requirements for listed companies Experience managing global subsidiaries and insider lists Experience working with subsidiary management software Great People want to Work with us! Find out why: GTAA Top Employer Award for 11 years Top 100 Employers Award Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Learn more about working with us in Canada View our YouTube channel Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today! 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. Date Posted 07-May-2025 Closing Date 20-May-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 is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.
