Franchise Lead Hematology – Finland

About the role

AstraZeneca Nordic Marketing Company is looking for a Franchise Lead for Hematology in Finland. As the business leader of a national franchise, you will orchestrate Sales, Marketing, Medical, Market Access and Corporate Affairs, set strategy and own performance, and turn insights and data into action so that diagnostics and therapies reach the right patients at the right time.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the national franchise, portfolio strategy and P&L, including forecasting, resource allocation, budget management and lifecycle planning.
• Turn customer, market and performance insights into account plans, engagement strategies and measurable outcomes.
• Integrate diagnostics and other high-medical-value solutions to improve patient outcomes and the care pathway.
• Engage healthcare professionals, experts, payers and decision-makers, and build partnerships that expand access.
• Align the five functions around shared priorities, governance and accountability.
• Lead launches of new products, indications and in-market opportunities using digital, omnichannel and data-driven approaches.
• Coach and develop direct reports, and partner with Nordic, regional and global colleagues.

Required profile

• University degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Business or a related discipline, with significant pharmaceutical or healthcare experience.
• Proven success leading national businesses, franchises or portfolios, with accountability for strategy, execution and results.
• Strong experience aligning and motivating teams across Sales, Marketing, Medical, Market Access and Corporate Affairs; direct people-leadership experience is essential for Franchise Head roles.
• Knowledge of the local healthcare system, reimbursement and market access environment.
• Fluency in Finnish and English, with a strong understanding of ethical, compliance and governance requirements.

Required skills

• Launch planning and execution, brand leadership and/or strategic account management in competitive markets.
• Analytical, project-management and financial skills, with the ability to turn insights and data into action.
• Influencing, communication and relationship-building skills in a matrix environment.
• Desirable: experience in diagnostics, high-medical-value solutions, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Government Affairs or international matrix organisations; an MBA, PhD or similar advanced degree.

Applications are submitted online in English by 18 November 2026. On average, at least three days per week are spent in the office, with flexibility for individuals.