Director, Talent Development and Employee Engagement

Wilmington, DE

Human Resources

Hybrid Work- on average 3 days a week from office

Applicants from other AZ sites will also be considered with the expectation of relocation to Wilmington.

Human Resources at AstraZeneca is a fast-paced, creative and purposeful environment where bold, innovative thinking is encouraged. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we need top talent whose curiosity, learning-agility and strong values orientation results in the delivery of high quality, impactful outcomes that accelerate our people and business success!

You will be responsible for shaping and delivering talent strategies that strengthen organizational capability, enhance employee engagement, and support business performance. The role reports into the Vice President of HR, US Biopharmaceutical Business Unit (US BBU) and partners closely with HR Business Partners, business leaders, and Centers of Excellence to drive initiatives across talent planning, succession, leadership development, employee listening, culture, and engagement.

In this role you will combine strategic thinking with strong execution, using data, insight, and stakeholder partnership to build an inclusive, high-performing employee experience aligned with business priorities.

What you'll do

Implement talent strategies that align with business goals, workforce plans, and organizational priorities across the US commercial organization.
Support delivery of talent review processes, succession planning discussions, and assessment of organizational capability to identify key talent, critical roles, and development priorities.
Partner with HR and business leaders to identify development needs and support solutions that strengthen leadership capability and team effectiveness.
Analyze employee feedback, pulse survey data, retention data, and other workforce metrics to identify themes, risks, and opportunities, and translate insights into practical action plans.
Translate and pull through enterprise-wide HR and people priorities into the US commercial business unit, ensuring strategies, programs, and initiatives are aligned with broader organizational direction while meeting local business needs.
Support initiatives that develop an inclusive, values-based culture where employees feel connected, motivated, and able to perform at their best.
Partner with leaders and HR colleagues to support change initiatives, organizational transitions, and interventions that maintain engagement and business continuity.

Essential for the role

Bachelor’s degree
10+ years of progressive HR experience, with meaningful experience in talent management, succession planning, employee engagement, organizational development, or related areas.
Experience supporting a commercial, sales, or similarly fast-paced business environment.
Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting workforce and engagement data to inform recommendations.
Proven ability to influence leaders and work effectively across a matrixed organization.
Strong project management, facilitation, and communication skills.
Knowledge of HR practices, employment considerations, and organizational effectiveness principles in a US business environment.

Desirable for the role

Experience in the biopharmaceutical, healthcare, or broader life sciences industry.
Master’s degree in HR, Business, Organizational Development, or a related discipline.
Experience working in a US commercial field-based organization.

Office Working Requirements

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn’t mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

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Date Posted 21-May-2026

Closing Date 03-Jun-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.