Global Brand Insights Expert

Global Brand Insights Expert

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at

• This position is to be based in the UK.
• Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines Statement
  - At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

• The Brand Insights Expert is responsible for delivering high-quality, data‑driven insights to support strategic decision‑making at Astellas.
• Reporting to the Global Brand & Pipeline Insights Chapter Lead within the Customer Engagement Excellence (CEE) team, this role develops a comprehensive understanding of global market conditions for assigned products and therapeutic areas.
• The position provides primary and secondary market research, forecasting inputs, and competitive intelligence, while supporting global launch preparations and ongoing product performance assessment.
• Operating within an Agile, Brand@Center model, the role is embedded in a Value Team to drive business outcomes.

• Execute day‑to‑day activities aligned with Value Team objectives
• Support the Value Team Lead in delivering strategy and goals
• Apply expertise to solve business challenges and achieve measurable outcomes
• Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver prioritized initiatives

• Lead global commercial analysis for assigned products
• Generate forward‑looking insights to strengthen competitive positioning
• Identify information needs and design market research and data analysis plans
• Conduct and communicate actionable insights for global, regional, and local decisions
• Develop deep understanding of market landscape, including trends, opportunities and risks
• Provide competitive intelligence and market access insights

• Partner with Finance to support forecasting and long‑range planning
• Ensure alignment and consistency of assumptions across regions
• Provide market intelligence guidance to Global Brand Strategy teams
• Communicate key insights to cross‑functional stakeholders

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency
• Foster a collaborative, adaptable team culture

• Engage in ongoing professional development and capability building
• Adhere to compliance standards, including Pharmacovigilance and Ethics & Compliance in market research

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in science, engineering, mathematics, decision science, or analytics
• Extensive experience in forecasting, market research, competitive intelligence, or decision sciences within pharmaceuticals or biopharma consulting
• Strong understanding of global business functions within enterprise strategy
• Experience working in global and cross‑functional environments
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt in a growth‑oriented environment

• Experience in a global mid‑to large‑cap pharmaceutical company
• MBA

• Global collaboration:
  Become part of a connected global business of like‑minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
• Real‑world patient impact:
  Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
• Relentless Innovation:
  Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
• A Culture of Growth:
  Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.

• Impact
• Innovation
• Integrity
• One Astellas
• Accountability
• Courage
• Sense of Urgency
• Outcome Focus

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.