Senior Manager - Congress Lead (US Remote)

Location: Remote in U.S

At AstraZeneca we work together across global boundaries to make an impact and find answers to challenges. We do this with the utmost integrity even in the most difficult situations because we are committed to doing the right thing. We continuously forge partnerships that help pursue world-class medicines in new ways, combining our people’s exceptional skills with those of people from all over the globe. 

The Oncology therapy area at AstraZeneca is unparalleled. We have built and strategically acquired one of the most promising Oncology pipelines in the industry. You will be among inspiring oncology industry leaders who will keep you engaged and empower you to be the best. 

We seek out opportunities to do dynamic and significant work which means we won't just follow the same course of action time and again if we can see potential in a different way of building life changing medicine. We share a collective sense of urgency - to defeat cancer and improve the lives of cancer patients. 
 

In addition to being one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies, AstraZeneca is proud to provide a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and cross-boundary collaboration. Within this environment employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives, and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity. This is a remote role in the U.S.

• One of the most exciting and fastest growing Oncology portfolio worldwide 

• One of the strongest Oncology pipelines in the industry 

• Well poised to become a world leader in several areas of oncology, with established and emerging blockbuster brands 

• Progressive company, diverse and inclusive 

• We live by our values 

• Highest visibility in the organization and externally 

Role Description: 

The Senior Manager, Congress Lead will operationalize AstraZeneca’s breast franchise strategy through Congress execution. Responsible for planning, executing, and optimizing compliant congress activation activities. This role will work in close collaboration with franchise counterparts and cross-functional partners and drive executional alignment across multiple breast cancer brands and indications through operational excellence.

Key Accountabilities: 

• Drive congress execution across AstraZeneca’s breast cancer franchise 

• Partner with Sales, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Legal, and external agencies to align efforts and execute initiatives. 

• Manage budget and associated AZ processes 

• Lead the tactical elements of the annual operational planning process in partnership with agencies and cross-functional partners 

• Manage partner agency relationships, workflow and related project budgets – including timely operations (e.g. POs, invoices, etc.) 

Minimum qualifications  

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field 

• 3 years’ experience in pharmaceutical and/or healthcare industry with experience in one or more of the following: managed markets, brand marketing, sales, market research/analytics, strategic planning 

Preferred qualifications  

• Prior in-line congress lead experience 

• MBA in relevant field 

• Oncology, rare disease, or specialty care experience highly preferred 

• Understanding of U.S. Oncology landscape including Community Oncology and Hospital Oncology dynamics, GPOs, Payer landscape, Specialty Pharmacy stakeholders 

• Marketing experience (developing brand strategy, performing positioning, messaging, segmentation, targeting, leading ad agency, providing direction on annual budget planning) 

• Experience across multiple promotional channels (Personal, Non-Personal and Digital, Patient marketing) 

• Familiarity with the breast cancer landscape, treatments, and patient journeys.  

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working give 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.  

Next Steps -- Apply today! 

Are you ready to bring new insights and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours.  

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete the full application on our website at your earliest convenience -- it is the only way that our Recruiter and Hiring Manager can know that you feel well qualified for this opportunity. If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share this posting with them. 

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $151,000- $226,000. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Date Posted

23-Jan-2026

Closing Date

22-Jan-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.