Country President, Israel

Position: Country President, IsraelLocation: Tel Aviv, Israel (On site)Join AstraZeneca as Country President for Israel and lead our ~$180M business across 5+ therapeutic areas with a team of 170 people. Reporting to the WESE Area VP and serving on the Area Leadership Team, you will set the vision and strategy for one of the top pharmaceutical companies in Israel, drive launches across our portfolio (including Oncology), and shape the national access environment to transform patient care.What you’ll do:Set the VisionDefine and execute bold strategies that align with AstraZeneca's global direction while addressing Israel's unique healthcare landscape. You'll translate long-term vision into actionable plans that drive sustainable, profitable growth.Lead with ImpactBuild and inspire a high-performing organization of 170+ professionals across marketing, sales, medical affairs, and market access. Develop future leaders while embedding a culture of ethics, integrity, and excellence.Shape the External EnvironmentServe as AstraZeneca's senior representative in Israel, engaging with government officials, policymakers, and healthcare system stakeholders to influence access, reimbursement, and healthcare policy.Drive Commercial ExcellenceOversee budget planning, sales forecasting, and operational execution across all functions. Optimize resources, manage complexity, and deliver exceptional financial and operational results.Build Strategic PartnershipsCo-create value through impactful collaborations across the healthcare ecosystem, positioning AstraZeneca as the partner of choice for innovation and patient centred solutions.What You Bring (Essential Experience):Proven Leadership ExcellenceTrack record of leading a small-to-medium country operation or large business unit with P&L >$100MDepth of knowledge and expertise in Oncology and one or more therapeutic areas (TA), including launch experience in IsraelDeveloped and executed TA or brand strategies globally, demonstrating strong organisational acumen, patient-centricity and scientific knowledge.Demonstrated success in delivering sustained commercial performance and building high-performing teamsExperience managing significant risk and complexity with a systematic risk management approachStrategic & Commercial AcumenDeep expertise in one or more therapeutic areas, with launch experience (Oncology experience highly valued)Success developing and executing global brand or TA strategies in emerging and/or mature marketsStrong understanding of market access dynamics and healthcare policyExternal Influence & Reputation ManagementProven ability to build relationships with government bodies, regulatory agencies, and key external stakeholdersExperience shaping healthcare policy and navigating complex political and regulatory environmentsTrack record as a trusted, credible voice in the healthcare industryInnovation MindsetEntrepreneurial approach to developing new business models and challenging the status quoComfort with ambiguity and ability to make data-driven decisions in complex environmentsExperience leveraging digital, data analytics, and AI to accelerate outcomesLeadership That InspiresNatural ability to motivate and build followership through compelling storytellingStrong emotional intelligence, executive presence, and charismaCommitment to diversity, inclusion, and building sustainable organizationsWhy AstraZeneca?At AstraZeneca, we're not just a pharmaceutical company, we're a science-led organization on a mission to push the boundaries of science to deliver life changing medicines.Our Commitment to You:Purpose-Driven Work: Everything we do is centred on improving patient outcomesInnovation Culture: We encourage bold thinking, smart risk-taking, and continuous learningGlobal Impact: Your decisions will influence healthcare delivery across multiple marketsCareer Growth: Clear development pathways with exposure to enterprise-level strategyInclusive Environment: We celebrate diversity and create psychological safety for all voicesReady to Lead?If you're an ambitious, visionary leader who thrives in complexity and is passionate about transforming healthcare, we want to hear from you.Join us in our mission to redefine what's possible in healthcare.