At AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe. Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office and BlueSky Hub in downtown Toronto are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects. Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention. Introduction to role Are you ready to lead and innovate in the field of patient safety? As the Director of Global Patient Safety in Canada, you will provide strategic direction and manage a dynamic team to ensure compliance with local health authority regulations and AstraZeneca's standards. You will lead daily operations, manage high-level risks, and develop innovative solutions while maintaining oversight of all patient safety processes. Your expertise in local and global patient safety requirements will be crucial in influencing cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Join us to implement strategies that maximize outcomes and deliverables in a compliant and ethical manner. Accountabilities - Contribute to the core components of the local pharmacovigilance system, ensuring compliance with local PV requirements. - Manage local PS team and activities to meet Health Canada and AstraZeneca standards. - Support risk management plans and regulatory submissions in collaboration with cross-functional teams. - Ensure prompt responses to patient safety queries from regulatory authorities. - Oversee processes for adverse event reporting to meet AstraZeneca and local regulatory standards. - Support audit and inspection processes, managing identified gaps as per GVP. - Manage safety agreements and local Business Continuity plans. - Provide adverse event reporting training to employees and external providers. - Encourage operational improvements and coordinate implementation initiatives. - Review team compliance with quality management requirements annually. - Maintain oversight of external vendor engagement and deliverables. - Develop team capabilities and ensure resource optimization. - Establish a high-performance culture through performance management processes. - Identify training needs and support development initiatives for team members. - Ensure compliance with patient safety training and internal processes. - Manage reconciliation processes related to pharmacovigilance data accuracy. - Ensure after-hours processes for adverse event reporting are in place. - Monitor digital activities as per global procedures. - Capture quality issues on AZ systems and ensure timely closure of CAPAs. - Lead PS projects at local and global levels. Essential Skills/Experience - Qualified Degree in Pharmacy/ Medical/ Science - Experience in a similar role in the pharmaceutical industry - Knowledge of relevant legislation - Experience with Health Canada inspections including leading front or anteroom activities and interviews - Experience with Canadian Risk Management Plans - Cross-functional teamwork approach - Demonstrated ability to set and manage priorities, resource goals, and project initiatives - Ability to influence strategically to obtain desired outcomes while maintaining effective, positive organizational relationships - Extensive experience in relationship and stakeholder management - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Critical appraisal/analytical skills - Budget Control - People Management skills Desirable Skills/Experience - Advanced scientific degree - Leadership, Problem-Solving, Influencing, Conflict Resolution skills - Understanding of multiple aspects of Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Clinical Research, and Commercial Operations - Medical knowledge in AZ Therapeutic Areas - Medical Marketing experience - Change management skills - The ability to work in a complex, business-critical, and high-profile environment building credibility in ambiguous situations - AZ leadership capabilities - People development 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. #LI-Hybrid Date Posted 28-Oct-2025 Closing Date 10-Nov-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.
