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Global / US Senior Director, Insights, Analytics & Forecasting
Astrazeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp · 🇺🇸 US - Wilmington - DE
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 roles2 certified filings for “Director, Brand Analytics” (Data Scientists) in DE: $205k–$225k, median $215k. 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
At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We’re focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we think we can really change the course of medicine. Role Summary The Global / US Senior Director, Insights, Analytics & Forecasting leads an integrated function that shapes strategy, quantifies opportunities and risks, and drives better business decisions across the TA / brand portfolio. The role brings together Business Insights, Advanced Analytics and Forecasting to provide a clear external perspective, evaluate strategic choices, and support forward-looking business planning. It combines analytical depth, executive influence and transformational leadership to turn insight into action, strengthen performance, and build future-ready capability through AI, digital innovation and talent development. Team Overview This role leads the US and Global TA / brand Insights, Analytics & Forecasting team, including Business Insights, Advanced Analytics and Forecasting specialists. The team is accountable for: • Provide an externally anchored view of markets, patients and competitors • Turn data into clear strategic choices and business recommendations • Quantify opportunities and risks through forecasting and scenario planning • Embed AI, automation and digital capability to improve speed and impact As a strategic partner to Commercial VPs and cross-functional leaders, this role ensures insights drive portfolio strategy and in-market execution. Key Responsibilities 1. Lead the Integrated IA&F Function • Lead Insights, Analytics and Forecasting as one integrated organisation with clear accountability and strong delivery • Build a high-performing team and develop future leaders across all three capability areas • Set effective operating models and ways of working across Global and US teams 2. Shape Strategy and Business Decisions • Generate an externally anchored point of view on markets, patients and competitors • Turn insights into strategic choices that shape portfolio, brand and investment decisions • Ensure the function delivers measurable business impact 3. Advance Analytics, AI and Forecasting • Use advanced analytics, forecasting and AI-enabled approaches to quantify opportunities and guide decisions • Apply rigorous scenario planning, experimentation and data-driven evaluation • Translate complex outputs into clear recommendations for senior leaders 4. Connect Global and US Execution • Align enterprise priorities with US market realities • Ensure consistent insight generation while adapting to regional needs • Partner across Commercial, Medical, Finance and Market Access to support execution 5. Build Capability and Lead Transformation • Modernise the function through AI, automation and scalable data products • Build organisational agility, experimentation and digital fluency • Coach leaders, strengthen the talent pipeline and lead change effectively Essential Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in science, business or a related field • Significant pharmaceutical industry experience, including commercial strategy, insights, analytics or forecasting • Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams across Insights, Analytics and Forecasting • Strong strategic thinking, business acumen and ability to shape portfolio and brand decisions • Track record of influencing senior stakeholders and translating analysis into action • Experience leading change, transformation and capability building at scale • Experience with AI-enabled analytics, digital tools a