Compliance & Audit Manager

At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life‑changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking boldly, and collaborating to make the impossible a reality. We are driven by the power of science and the impact it can have on patients around the world. In the Compliance & Audit Manager role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the integrity, reliability, and compliance of the processes that help patients access our medicines. The Compliance & Audit Manager is responsible for supporting Market Access Operations with all aspects of SOx compliance, internal controls, and audit readiness. This role works closely with SOx Control Owners, Associate Director of Audits & Compliance, and cross‑functional partners to compile, validate, and maintain documentation that demonstrates control effectiveness. They ensure that processes meet corporate standards, regulatory expectations, and audit requirements. This individual will participate in the end‑to‑end SOx testing cycle, coordinate internal and external audit activities, and support remediation efforts to strengthen the control environment. They will also support Legal information requests by coordinating cross‑functional inputs, confirming that the data provided fulfills the request requirements, and ensuring submissions are accurate, timely, and well‑documented. In addition, they will contribute to the development and maintenance of compliance policies, procedures, and framework to ensure operational consistency and effective risk mitigation. Success in this role requires strong analytical thinking, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to build collaborative relationships across Market Access Operations, Finance, IT, Legal, and other key stakeholders. The Compliance & Audit Manager must possess a deep understanding of internal controls, audit processes, and compliance frameworks to ensure the organization remains audit‑ready and aligned with corporate and regulatory expectations. Typical Accountabilities Manage SOx compliance activities, including evidence collection, walkthroughs, remediation tracking, and documentation maintenance. Partner with SOx Control Owners to ensure controls are executed accurately and on schedule. Serve as a liaison for internal and external audits; prepare audit packages and respond to auditor requests. Support analysis of audit documentation and collaborate with business owners on remediation and continuous improvement. Assist with risk assessments, control design evaluations, and compliance readiness efforts. Provide training and guidance on compliance requirements and documentation best practices. Collaborate with Market Access Operations, Finance, IT, Legal, and other teams to align on compliance and audit expectations. Support Legal information requests by tracking data requirements and confirming that provided data fulfills request requirements (e.g., completeness, date ranges, agreed sources). Support process improvement and compliance‑related initiatives. Audit Governance Committees (GGC/ACERT) and Trade Operations GxP Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience Essential Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Compliance, or related field. 0-3 years experience with internal control framework Strong understanding of SOx requirements, internal control frameworks, and audit methodologies. Demonstrated experience compiling and managing audit documentation. Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder‑management skills. Strong attention to detail Desireable MBA Experience supporting Market Access, Finance Operations, or similar business functions Familiarity with GxP, compliance governance, and risk management frameworks Experience with Sarbanes Oxley and/or Segregation of Duties Controls Date Posted 15-May-2026 Closing Date 28-May-2026 Our 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. 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.