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Head of US Strategic Initiatives and Operations
Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp · 🇺🇸 US - Boston - MA
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 99 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 31 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Head of Biopharma US Corporate Affairs” (Public Relations Managers) in DE: $330k–$330k, median $330k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp
The US Department of Labor certified 99 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 31 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
This is what you will do: The Head of Strategic Initiatives & Operations will report into the VP of US Value and Access. This position is responsible for owning initiatives that require cross-functional, above brand coordination, both internal and external to the US Value and Access organization. This role is based at Alexion’s Boston headquarters. You will be responsible for: • Create executive-level narratives and recommendations for senior leadership endorsement and cross-functional alignment of key priorities • Leading or setting up task forces to take on strategic initiatives, such as AI initiatives, launch ways of working, business review, etc. • Assessing and informing the market access organization of new capabilities / innovation that can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the US Value and Access organization • Leads in the impact modeling of environmental shifts and marketplace dynamics on the Alexion portfolio of medicines • Acting as the market access lead on cross-functional initiatives with teams outside of the US Value and Access organization (e.g. Strategic Account Leads, sales organization, Patient Services, BOCE, etc.) • Ensure effective governance process and organize major meeting schedule for Market Access team • Co-lead with VP Market Access development of annual operating plan (focus on FTE and project spend) • Lead all market access-wide internal meetings, training and compliance initiatives • Manage market access budget activities including working closely with Finance • Identify interdependencies and connections between departments and ensure integrated end-to-end visibility and alignment. You will need to have: • Bachelor’s Degree or the equivalent in Life Sciences, Business, or a related field • 10+ years of related and/or transferable experience in a biotech or pharma company • Ability to complete quantitative and qualitative analyses of complex business proposals • Strong understanding of relevant U.S. regulations and policies • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex business challenges and data-driven recommendations to senior leaders • Knowledge of the US market access landscape as well as subject matter expertise of Market Access organizations We would prefer you to have: • MBA or other advanced degree • Must have project management experience and excellent analytical, strategic thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills • Expresses industry knowledge and acumen including Rare Disease experience • Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams • Ability to work under pressure, in a fast-paced environment • Must exhibit strong leadership skills • Advanced computer skills (Excel, Power Point and Microsoft Project) Date Posted 06-Oct-2026 Closing Date 11-Oct-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.