Global L&P Director - ELMAC ROW

Career Category

Corporate Services

Job Description

Join our team at AMGEN Capability Center Portugal, consistently recognized among the top companies in the Best Workplaces™ ranking by Great Place to Work® in Portugal. In 2026, we were once again distinguished as one of the top Best Workplaces in the country (category 201–500 employees), reinforcing our commitment to an exceptional employee experience and workplace culture.

We are a team of over 500 talented individuals, spanning more than 30 functions and areas of expertise, and representing over 40 nationalities. Together, we bring diverse perspectives and professional backgrounds to help shape the future of healthcare through innovation and technology.

This is your opportunity to explore a world of possibilities across areas such as Data & Analytics, Digital, Technology & Innovation, Cybersecurity, R&D Operations, Global Distribution, Finance, Regulatory Affairs, General & Administrative, Human Resources, and many more.

Located in the heart of Lisbon, our AMGEN office fosters a culture of innovation, excellence, and purpose. Come thrive with us at AMGEN, supporting our mission To Serve Patients.

What we do at AMGEN matters in people’s lives.

GLOBAL L&P DIRECTOR - ELMAC ROW

LIVE

WHAT YOU WILL DO

In this vital role, you will shape and execute a forward‑looking learning and performance strategy that enables our people to become industry‑leading in customer engagement.

You will serve as a trusted strategic partner to Regional and Global leaders, guiding the design and delivery of learning programs that strengthen customer engagement capabilities, leadership, and coaching across AMGEN. This includes championing learning innovation and ensuring all development initiatives are aligned with business priorities and measured for impact.

Working with a matrixed team of high‑performing learning professionals, you will collaborate across geographies and functions to cultivate a strong culture of continuous learning.

The responsibilities of the role will include:

• Elevate Learning Strategy and Impact

Develop and implement a regional learning and performance strategy aligned with Global Learning & Performance and ELMAC Regional business priorities.

Identify and lead efforts to reimagine learning experiences through digital tools, AI-enhanced solutions, and data-driven insights to measure learning impact (eg Sana Labs, MyGenius, Next Level etc).

Foster a culture of curiosity, empowerment, and continuous development with Learning Professionals across the Region.

• Drive Strategic Partnership & Collaboration

Partner closely with Commercial and HR leaders to identify capability gaps and translate them into actionable learning solutions.

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing thought leadership on learning trends and performance enablement.

Collaborate with Global Learning & Performance teams and the Director of Learning & Performance (Large Markets) to ensure alignment, scalability and impact in the Region.

• Inspire High-Performing Learning Teams

Promote collaboration and learning across Global, Regional and Affiliate LP teams, leveraging best practices and shared insights.

Inspire and coach a matrixed team of learning professionals to achieve excellence in execution and innovation.

Build cross-functional partnerships and networks (eg Amgen Brand Management, Corporate Learning, Medical) that enhance Amgen’s learning execution and ecosystem.

• Lead Talent, Culture, and DI&B (TC & DI&B)

In partnership with the Director of Learning & Performance (Large Markets), act as a regional representative and connector for the ELMAC Region and Global Talent, Culture, and DI&B—ensuring enterprise strategies and priorities are understood, adopted, and embedded across the Region.

WIN

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.

Minimum requirements

• Doctorate degree and 4 years of business experience

OR

• Master’s degree and 8 years of business experience

 OR

•  Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of business experience

AND

• 4 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, or programs

Preferred requirements

• Proven experience in developing and executing enterprise-level learning and performance strategies in a global or regional context.

• Demonstrated expertise in digital learning transformation, including use of AI, data analytics, and modern learning technologies.

• Strong ability to lead and influence across complex, matrixed organizations.

• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term capability building and short-term performance needs.

• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and relationship-building skills.

• Experience driving inclusive learning and talent initiatives that reflect diverse perspectives.

• Proven ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams in dynamic environments.

THRIVE

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT OF US

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also care deeply for our teammates’ well-being and growth.

• Vast opportunities to learn, develop, and move up and across our global organization.

• Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where colleagues are empowered to bring ideas to the table, take risks, and act.

• Generous AMGEN Total Rewards Plan comprising healthcare, finance, wealth, and career benefits.

• Flexible work arrangements.

APPLY NOW

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

AMGEN is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

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