Corporate Governance Manager

3 weeks ago


Mississauga, Canada AstraZeneca Full time

**Corporate Governance Manager**

**Hybrid Work
- on average 3 days/week from our Mississauga office**

AstraZeneca is shaping the future of healthcare by expanding our global presence and harnessing innovation to make an even greater impact on society and the planet. As part of this vision, we are thrilled to announce the establishment of a new Legal Operations Centre in Mississauga, Canada. This state-of-the-art hub will centralize our Legal and Board & Corporate Support operational functions, promoting collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the integration of cutting-edge technology. Situated in a region renowned for its healthcare focus and proximity to top-tier talent and research facilities, our new centre is set to become a cornerstone of AstraZeneca's 2030 Bold Ambition. Join us in this exciting new chapter as we build sustainable, digitally enabled workplaces designed to inspire and empower our teams to deliver life-changing medicines to the world.

**Summary**:
Are you a corporate governance, company secretarial or legal professional looking for a new challenge? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Board & Corporate Support team (B&CS) at AstraZeneca. Our team is a well-respected part of the organization, based in the UK and Mississauga, and we work closely with the Legal function and colleagues in our major hubs in the UK, Sweden, and the US. We support AstraZeneca PLC’s boards and committees, manage the Group’s London, Stockholm and Nasdaq stock exchange listings, and support the Group’s principal operating companies. We are involved in key business activities such as corporate disclosures, financings, production of the annual report, and corporate transactions. We value flexibility, a willingness to learn, and the ability to take on new challenges. We foster a collaborative environment, both within the team and when working with other areas of the business; but are not afraid to take the lead and take pride in the high standards we achieve and our ability to deliver under pressure.

**Typical Accountabilities**:
As a Corporate Governance Manager, you will report to the Deputy Company Secretary. You will be adaptable and able to work flexibly within the team to provide support on significant matters and projects as they arise. You will have your own ongoing responsibilities including
- Management of Group subsidiaries
- Supporting intra-group transactions
- Leading the production of the Form 20-F each year
- Managing the quarterly and annual litigation disclosures
- Managing the collection of information on Board and senior executive shareholdings and related parties and directors and officers insurance matters

**Essential Skills/Experience**:

- At least 5 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 organisation.
- 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 prioritise, multiple workstreams and 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 Skills/Experience**:

- Company secretarial or other legal / governance qualification (obtained or partially completed).
- Previous work experience as a law clerk or paralegal
- 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.
- Experience of managing insider lists.
- Experience working with subsidiary management software.

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 is purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.

**Great People want to Work with us Find out why**:

- GTAA Top Employer Award for 10 years
- Top 100 Employers Award
- Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture
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