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Pfizer’s Hospital Business Unit medicines reach patients at virtually every stage of life. The depth and breadth of our portfolio of trusted medicines and capabilities, and our presence in 160 countries, enables us to deliver value to patients throughout the world.
We are proud to provide access to our quality medicines to healthcare systems and patients in both developing and emerging markets. Pfizer’s Hospital Business Unit medicines currently offers one of the industry’s largest and most diverse portfolios of anti-infectives and we’re a leader in sterile injectables and the emerging markets.
We are focusing on our broad Hospital portfolio that includes anti-infectives, sterile injectables, surgical products, anaesthesia and uniquely differentiated Hospital products.
What can I achieve and what will I be accountable for whilst completing a placement at Pfizer?
Pfizer provides you with the opportunity to work with experts in the pharmaceutical industry and has a wealth of opportunities across a variety of departments. Through working in a busy marketing environment, you can look forward to developing critical business skills and being a valued team player. These skills will include internal and external stakeholder management, multi-tasking through working on a variety of projects, commercial and business acumen and the opportunity for leadership by owning specific projects.
The commercial team offers a unique opportunity to gain comprehension and learning in the world of hospital products. We have hugely diverse portfolio and a wide-ranging customer base. Our team offers the chance to get involved in all areas of the marketing mix but with a heavy weighting to commercial thinking and Customer Value Proposition development and implementation.
Pfizer also offers a diverse environment which allows employees numerous opportunities to grow and develop. This is a great chance to be part of the bigger picture, and to assist in ensuring Pfizer maintains a strong and diverse workforce as well as developing a talent pipeline of future Pfizer colleagues. It is also a fantastic way to obtain a better understanding of the pharma industry and the type of roles it has to offer.
Other responsibilities will include
- Involvement in team-based projects with the commercial Marketing & Hospital Commercial managers
- Assisting the marketing team
- Assisting with material development and approval
- Project Implementation
What other opportunities and benefits do Pfizer offer?
- Cross functional projects
- Customer Field Visits
- Internal training courses
- You will receive a competitive salary along with benefits including 25.5 days annual leave.
When can I start?
Placements will start on 4th September 2023 and will run for 12 months.
Person specification
Type of person we are looking for, in relation to ‘Skills’, ‘Knowledge’ and ‘Motivation’:
- Completing a Degree that requires a placement year as part of the course or taking a gap year
- Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong Maths and English skills
- Confidence to engage with Pfizer personnel at all levels
- Basic business and commercial acumen
- Excellent interpersonal skills, tenacity and the ability to influence others
- Proficiency with Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Who can apply?
Applicants must be completing placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.
Please note that we only accept application forms. Please do not send over your CV or cover letter as they will not be considered.
Please access the Word version of the Application Form here: Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK and find instructions as to how to complete your application and more about eligibility criteria.
Purpose
Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
Digital Transformation Strategy
One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.
Flexibility
We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
