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Sanofi Australia & New Zealand

4.2
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Sanofi Australia & New Zealand Graduate Programs & Internships

  • Pharmaceuticals

What it does: Biopharmaceuticals

Staff stats: 750 locally, 110,000 globally

The good bits: Flexible and friendly workplace

The not so good bits: Navigating the bureaucracy

The Sanofi story

While Sanofi isn’t a name many Australians are familiar with, it’s one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. The modern-day giant that’s Sanofi is a result of two large French pharmaceutical companies that were launched in the 1970s - Sanofi and Synthélabo – merging in 1999 to form Sanofi-Synthélabo, then that company combining with Aventis in 2004. (Aventis was a French-German pharmaceutical company established in 1999.) The resulting company has been known as Sanofi since 2011. 

Sanofi concentrates on inventing, manufacturing and marketing pharmaceuticals used to treat cancer, cardiovascular issues, diabetes, thrombosis and rare disease. It’s also the world’s largest manufacturer of vaccines. If you’ve ever purchased Mersynofen, Dulcolax, Bisolvon, Buscopan, Telfast or Phenergan, or something from Nature’s Own, Selsun, Ostelin, Betadine or Cenovis ranges, then you’ve bought a Sanofi product. Sanofi’s wares are found in 8,800 pharmacies and supermarkets throughout Australia and New Zealand.  

Sanofi’s Australian head office is in Macquarie Park, Sydney and it has a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Brisbane. It also has offices in Auckland, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth. Sanofi is headquartered in Paris. In 2018 it had revenue of €34.46 billion (A$55 billion) 

The culture

Sanofi promises its staff an open and inclusive environment where you can be yourself. It claims that diversity and inclusion are foundational to how we operate and are embedded in our values. It appears the company walks the diversity walk as well as talking the talk. Women make up just under half the global workforce and those from all age groups are fairly represented. In Australia their Senior Leadership is gender balanced. While there is no data aside from France, it seems the company also makes an effort to hire and accommodate disabled individuals. They are listed as a member of Australian Network on Disability The company has won awards all around the world for providing both family-friendly and LGBTQIA-friendly workplaces.  

Social contribution

The Sanofi Espoir Foundation was created in 2010 to reduce health inequalities. It’s three main aims are to fight childhood cancers in low-income countries, improve maternal and newborn health around the world and improve access to healthcare for disadvantaged individuals in France. The Foundation funds a large number of projects in 32 countries. 

In Australia, Sanofi has partnered with the Smith Family and White Ribbon. Through the Smith Family, Sanofi provides scholarships and mentoring to disadvantaged students studying, or wanting to study, STEM subjects. Sanofi is a White Ribbon Accredited Workplace. This program helps organisations develop or modify workplace policies, procedures and training programs in order to reduce gender discrimination and domestic violence.

Sanofi also offers its Australian and New Zealand employees (paid) volunteering opportunities locally and abroad. 

The recruitment process

If you’re willing to be based in Sydney or Brisbane, have the relevant qualifications and are interested in working in communications/public affairs, business intelligence, marketing, the medical and health sciences or trade, you should be eligible to apply for Sanofi’s grad program. 
Sanofi seeks to hire ambitious grads who can demonstrate: 

  • A flexible approach 
  • Leadership abilities
  • Strong communication skills 
  • A willingness to build relationships at all levels
  • The capacity to work in a fast-paced environment
  • An eagerness to learn and contribute
  • A collaborative and curious attitude 

When applying, via the careers page of the company website, you’ll be required to fill out an eligibility questionnaire. If that goes well, you’ll do a phone interview with one of the recruitment team. If you make the cut, you’ll then be invited to do a video interview. The final hurdle is a visit to an assessment centre.

Sanofi’s grad program goes for two years. It offers a fully supported learning environment. One in which grads gain invaluable industry experience and are able to optimise professional development, which prepares them for long-term success. 

Those in the grad program are paired with a mentor. They attend coaching sessions and engage in learning programs that accelerate personal and professional development. It’s not guaranteed, but at the end of the grad program those that have performed well are usually offered a permanent position. 

Remuneration

Sanofi promises potential employees that it will reward success in many ways including via our peer- nominated online live social feed, competitive remuneration packages and financial rewards based on your role and contribution.

The company also prides itself on offering staff flexible work arrangements and providing them with generous leave, especially if they are parents. Staff can access a variety of programs that support physical, mental and financial wellness. There’s also an impressive employee discount scheme that allows staff to obtain everything from cut-price Nissans to Apple computers. 

Career prospects

Sanofi offers its staff leadership and professional development programs, global career progression opportunities, stretch assignments and education assistance. It also promises diverse company opportunities. Given the size and footprint of the organisation, there’s plenty of scope for sideways and upwards moves both in Australia and other countries. 

The vibe of the place

Sanofi expects its employees to be good team players, to act with integrity, to have the courage to innovate and to act respectfully to those they come in contact with. 

In return, the company tries hard to create a positive environment with people who feel like family and allow staff to feel proud of the work you do, the people you work with and the company you work for. 

If you like the sound of becoming part of a committed, driven and passionate global network of people who work to understand and solve the healthcare needs of people around the world, you should find Sanofi a good fit. 

Star Rating: Not available 
 

From the employer:

"Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges.

We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide self-care solutions to better manage personal wellbeing and provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions.

With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe.

In Australia and New Zealand we have more than 750 people working in four Global Business Units and Support Functions. Our head office is in Sydney, Macquarie Park with other Australian offices in Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth. We also have an office in Auckland New Zealand.

Our Graduate program aims to develop both functional and technical skills in future leaders of our business. Successful candidates complete two 12-month rotations in a business unit aligned to their interests.

During your rotations you will develop skills across the areas of teamwork, project management, leadership, agility and business acumen.

To complement your technical learning, you will also be paired with a mentor, attend coaching sessions and engage in learning programs that will develop your whole self at work.
Our award winning evidence based well-being program. LIFE, is helping our people learn and implement proven techniques in resilience, mindset and mindfulness.

We understand we all have a role to play in helping our community to be the best it can be. Inspired by our values we created the ‘Our Community’ program to help empower our people to make a difference. That’s why we support The Smith Family to bridge the STEM divide in Australia and why we’re helping White Ribbon to end violence against women. We raise funds for these organisations through various wellness and social activities.

Our ideal graduates will be motivated, curious and demonstrate our values of teamwork, courage, respect and integrity. You will be passionate about creating an impact through your work and how you can help to understand and solve the healthcare needs of Australians and New Zealanders."

Graduate Reviews

Overall Score
4.2
Overall score based on 8 reviews
They Score Best in…
8.9
Culture
9.1
Diversity
8.8
Recruitment
8.7
Work Hours
8.9
Culture
9.1
Diversity
8.8
Recruitment
8.7
Work Hours
What Graduates Say About Them
  • The exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to ideate and implement your ideas to improve business processes.
  • Really great and interesting people. Lot's of different cultures and languages spoken around the office. Highly flexible and accepting environment designed to promote work/life balance and support individuals in the ways most applicable to them.
  • I've found the best thing to be the meaningful challenges that my job has faced me with and in turn has provided me a platform to become a more resilient and capable version of myself. Working flexibly from home is also a great bonus.
  • Our purpose (improving everyday life for patients), flexible work arrangements and good work culture.
  • Flexible working hours Teamwork culture Training and development opportunities
  • Some of the internal processes can be a bit long.
  • Bureaucracy, Rewards and recognition, Silo business units, Older workforce.
  • Sometimes under resourced.
  • Because the industry is highly regulated and complex, it can be difficult to navigate and requires a lot of time and experience to learn.

Jobs & Opportunities

Locations With Jobs & Opportunities
  • Sydney Head Office (Macquarie Park) and Brisbane manufacturing facility (Viriginia)
Hiring candidates with qualifications in
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Business & Management
C
Creative Arts
E
Engineering & Mathematics
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Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences
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IT & Computer Science
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Medical & Health Sciences
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Property & Built Environment
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Sciences
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Law, Legal Studies & Justice
Current Jobs & Opportunities

Graduate Job

Brisbane & Melbourne
Join Sanofi and be an integral part of the Revenue Growth Management team, driving revenue growth and shaping the company's success.
Start Date
Ongoing

Graduate Success Stories


  • Graduate stories
“Hard choices, easy life… easy choices, hard life”. With that said, the thing I love most about my job is that I get to learn and grow as part of the process, and there is no shortage of challenges to face and hurdles to overcome.

Ash Callaghan

  • Graduate stories
“Hard choices, easy life… easy choices, hard life”. With that said, the thing I love most about my job is that I get to learn and grow as part of the process, and there is no shortage of challenges to face and hurdles to overcome.

Ash Callaghan

  • Graduate stories
The part I love about my job the most is knowing that we make a positive impact on our patients' lives.

Maddison McAuliffe

  • Graduate stories
The part I love about my job the most is knowing that we make a positive impact on our patients' lives.

Maddison McAuliffe

  • Graduate stories
“Hard choices, easy life… easy choices, hard life”. With that said, the thing I love most about my job is that I get to learn and grow as part of the process, and there is no shortage of challenges to face and hurdles to overcome.

Ash Callaghan

  • Graduate stories
“Hard choices, easy life… easy choices, hard life”. With that said, the thing I love most about my job is that I get to learn and grow as part of the process, and there is no shortage of challenges to face and hurdles to overcome.

Ash Callaghan

  • Graduate stories
The part I love about my job the most is knowing that we make a positive impact on our patients' lives.

Maddison McAuliffe

  • Graduate stories
The part I love about my job the most is knowing that we make a positive impact on our patients' lives.

Maddison McAuliffe


A Day In The Life Of


  • Day in the life

Monique de Courcey

Monique de Courcey studied Bachelor of Marketing and Media at Macquarie University and is now a Rare Disease Marketing Graduate at Sanofi Australia & New Zealand.
  • Day in the life

Monique de Courcey

Monique de Courcey studied Bachelor of Marketing and Media at Macquarie University and is now a Rare Disease Marketing Graduate at Sanofi Australia & New Zealand.
  • Day in the life

Brandon Taylor

Brandon Taylor studied a Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) at University of Sydney and is now eCommerce Coordinator at Sanofi Australia & New Zealand
  • Day in the life

Brandon Taylor

Brandon Taylor studied a Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) at University of Sydney and is now eCommerce Coordinator at Sanofi Australia & New Zealand
  • Day in the life

Monique de Courcey

Monique de Courcey studied Bachelor of Marketing and Media at Macquarie University and is now a Rare Disease Marketing Graduate at Sanofi Australia & New Zealand.
  • Day in the life

Monique de Courcey

Monique de Courcey studied Bachelor of Marketing and Media at Macquarie University and is now a Rare Disease Marketing Graduate at Sanofi Australia & New Zealand.
  • Day in the life

Brandon Taylor

Brandon Taylor studied a Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) at University of Sydney and is now eCommerce Coordinator at Sanofi Australia & New Zealand
  • Day in the life

Brandon Taylor

Brandon Taylor studied a Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) at University of Sydney and is now eCommerce Coordinator at Sanofi Australia & New Zealand

Videos


5 reasons why you should join Sanofi

When you join an organisation, the question many ask is what will life be like? The question we ask you is, what difference will you make? No matter your role within Sanofi you are able to make a difference. When you work with us you become part of a committed, driven and passionate global network of people who work to understand and solve the healthcare needs of people around the world. Together we work to make a difference to patients, consumers, and within our communities. As part of our team you’ll not only be surrounded by people who give their best, but you’ll be inspired to do the same. In return we provide diverse career opportunities and an inclusive environment, where you’ll feel supported, rewarded and proud of the work you do.

A Christmas Crisis: Lily's story

Lily was only 23 when she began to show the early signs of meningococcal disease. 24 hours later, she was battling for her life in hospital that would later require a kidney transplant from her sister.

5 reasons why you should join Sanofi

When you join an organisation, the question many ask is what will life be like? The question we ask you is, what difference will you make? No matter your role within Sanofi you are able to make a difference. When you work with us you become part of a committed, driven and passionate global network of people who work to understand and solve the healthcare needs of people around the world. Together we work to make a difference to patients, consumers, and within our communities. As part of our team you’ll not only be surrounded by people who give their best, but you’ll be inspired to do the same. In return we provide diverse career opportunities and an inclusive environment, where you’ll feel supported, rewarded and proud of the work you do.

A Christmas Crisis: Lily's story

Lily was only 23 when she began to show the early signs of meningococcal disease. 24 hours later, she was battling for her life in hospital that would later require a kidney transplant from her sister.