Operations Global Graduate Associates Programme – UK

Location: Macclesfield

Explore your potential and impact lives globally!

About Operations at AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is shaping the future of global healthcare, driving innovation and technological advancements to benefit millions of patients around the world. Our Operations organisation's goal is simple: to ensure that patients worldwide are supplied with cost-effective, life-changing medicines. Operations is the crucial link between our Research and Development lab and the pharmacy shelf. We operate in over 100 countries, and our medicines are used around the globe.

About the Programme

Our two-year rotational programme prepares you for accelerated entry into an impactful role, shaping your future as an Operations leader. Since its launch in 2009, over 250 graduates have completed our programme, and gone on to exciting careers.

Starting in September 2025, the programme consists of (3) eight-month placements, each offering valuable insights into our business and the opportunity to shape its strategic direction. You’ll engage in a technically focused rotation, a placement at one of our manufacturing facilities, and some potential international experience. Our placements are designed to give you hands-on experience across functions and build a strong foundation for rapid learning and growth. In our global and regional functions, you could develop your knowledge of Supply Chain, Logistics, External Sourcing & Global Quality. Our corporate functions will hone and develop your skills and experience across Procurement, Information Technology, and Engineering.

Programme Highlights

• Meaningful Impact: Work on challenging projects and contribute to healthcare advancements by helping us drive innovative solutions that save lives.

• Global Environment: Contribute to projects with global impact and collaborate with global colleagues.

• Mentorship and Career Development: Tailored mentorship, structured training, and development opportunities from industry experts to help you channel your skills, learn about yourself, and build a career.

• Community: Join an open environment where every voice is valued and heard, and employees are empowered to bring their best selves to work.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree awarded in 2024 or due to be awarded in 2025 in engineering, supply chain management, manufacturing technology, biological/physical sciences, or a related field (0 years of experience required).

• Agility of thought and understanding, and the curiosity and flexibility to work anywhere within Operations

• Strong business acumen, leadership skills, and the ability to motivate change

• The confidence and vision to critically assess and challenge existing ways of working

• Global and regional flexibility to rotate through our business at the locations that offer you the best developmental experiences.

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).

Why join us?

Our Graduate Programmes cover a broad range of functions and specialities. They open many doors, and will kickstart your career!

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines to our patients is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognizing their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organization to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be.

We truly value our Graduate talent, their expertise, knowledge, ideas and who they are. So here, you’ll be empowered to jump in, take the initiative and be part of meaningful project teams to make an impact and deliver real value for our patients and our business.

Whether you’re looking to pursue a particular passion or are still figuring it out, the diverse experiences, transitions, and cultures in the Operations Graduate Associates Programme will help you shape your future and develop into a strong leader, no matter which path you follow.

So, what’s next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we’d love to hear from you! Click the link to apply, and we will be in touch once the advert closes.

Applications Open: Tuesday 1 October 2024

Applications Close: Tuesday 29 October 2024

After you submit your application, you will be asked to complete an online assessment (SHL). If shortlisted, you will then be invited to a full day virtual assessment day in December 2024.

Date Posted

01-Oct-2024

Closing Date

29-Oct-2024Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.