Key/Main responsibilities: The Medical Director is a senior figure within a Pharma, Biotech or CRO organisation and is accountable for the medical leadership, governance, performance and culture within the company. This is achieved through developing and delivering an organisation-wide purpose and strategy, inspirational leadership, and the engagement of colleagues and customers.
As the Director of the Medical team, the role holder is responsible for effective delivery of the medical affairs, regulatory, quality, pharmacovigilance (PV) and medical information functions.
A Medical Director is responsible for regional Medical Plans and deliverables for the relevant therapy area and ensures that these plans are represented in Regional Medical Plans.
The Medical Director works in partnership with commercial teams and ensures medical alignment on key strategies, deliverables, & communication in the region. They will serve as a medical “champion” and act as an ambassador of the company with Global and colleagues in other affiliates as well as with customers, other external stakeholders and industry peers. The Medical Director will also serve as company representative in key regional forums and meetings and may be primary point of contact for scientific questions with regulatory authorities in the region. The Medical Director may be responsible for enquiries and communication regarding the regional medical aspects, such as regulatory submissions, vaccine safety aspects (PSUR, SAE reports), the local medical plan, IIR coordination and local review, medical support for the development of promotional documents and validation, development of stand-by statements, training materials, and objection handlers, medical support of advisory boards, support of local, regional and European congresses and symposia, medical support of publications and local competitive intelligence / competitive readiness.
The Medical Director will need to ensure high ethical standards are met and will likely have final signatory status therefore taking personal responsibility when declaring advertising / publication material meets all the MHRA requirements. The medical signatory will ensure that all the medical information included is accurate, fair, balanced and will not compromise patient safety in any way.
The Medical Director may also lead a team of medical and/or scientific advisors
Previous roles/experience would include: Medical Adviser, Senior Medical Adviser, Medical Manager, Associate Medical Director.
Usually reports into: Senior Medical Director, EU Medical Director, VP Medical Affairs. CEO, Managing Director, General Manager
Sits within this team: Medical Adviser(s), Senior Medical Adviser, Medical Manager, Associate Medical Director, Medical Science Liaison (MSLs), Medical Information Officers.
Qualifications: Medical Degree, MD, MBBS, MBChB, PhD, GPhC, MPharm, GMC Registration (UK).
Salary band: £110,000 - £180,000 Basic Salary, Bonus, Car Allowance, Long Term Incentives, Share Options, Pension, Private Medical Care, Dental Care
Permanent / Berkshire, England
Medical Advisor Pharma-Partners are currently collaborating with a specialist pharmaceutical company to hire a Medical Advisor. With a strong, diverse portfolio in specialty medicine this is a great opportunity for an established medical/scientific affairs professional to join the business at a pivotal growth stage. Key Responsibilities Represent the affiliate's medical/scientific voice of expertise for assigned product(s) and relevant therapeutic areas. Provide medical / scientific expert advice / guidance to key customers for assigned products and relevant therapeutic areas, including scientific exchange and professional relationship development with key thought leaders / external experts. Provide medical / scientific input into Medical Affairs strategies for the affiliate medical department and commercial plans, as required, and medical / scientific support for medical department activities under the overall direction of the Affiliate Medical Director Provide medical affairs support to cross-functional affiliate teams Ensure that the medical affairs role is fully integrated to support the strategy and execution of affiliate business, while being functionally independent. Candidate Requirements: Medical Degree or Pharmacy degree Previous experience of working in a medical affairs role is essential. ABPI final signatory Experience with diverse therapeutic areas would be an advantage Excellent written and spoken communication and presentation skills. Salary and Remuneration: This role is offering a competitive remuneration package. To apply for this position please use the "Easy Apply" option or feel free to send your CV directly to the Pharma-Partners team via email info@pharma-partners.co.uk
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Permanent / London, England
Medical Affairs Manager - Immunology Pharma-Partners is working with a leading biotechnology business with marketed and pipeline drugs across a range of therapeutic areas. This role has line management responsibility for several direct reports and is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to take on management for the first time or for those looking to build on their leadership skills. Key responsibilities: Develop and implement medical strategy Line manage a Medical Affairs team Support the development of EU strategies by working closely with EU Medical Affairs colleagues Collaborate with the Health Economics team to ensure market access of products Work with local and global teams on evidence generation plans and IITs Be the medical expert for the designated therapy area and provide internal training where necessary As part of a cross functional team provide medical input into lifecycle management plans Establish and maintain relationships with KOLs Review and approve materials in line with the ABPI Code of Practice Candidate Requirements: GMC registered Medical Doctor UK affiliate Medical Affairs experience as a Medical Advisor or equivalent Experience as a Final Signatory Leadership skills Salary & Remuneration: Competitive basic annual salary plus a benefits package to include company car/car allowance, bonus and long-term incentives To apply for this position please use the "Easy Apply" option or feel free to send your CV directly to the Pharma-Partners team via email info@pharma-partners.co.uk
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Permanent / Berkshire, England
Medical Advisor - Copy Approval (Final Signatory Required) Pharma-Partners are currently partnering with a leading biopharmaceutical company to hire two final medical signatories to support the delivery of compliant promotional and non-promotional materials within their haematology/oncology and speciality medicine divisions. With a strong, diverse pipeline and several key launches anticipated over the coming years this is a great time to join a growing business and have the opportunity to develop internally. Key Responsibilities Provide brand support for the preparation and final signatory approval of promotional and non-promotional material and activities. Support the continued implementation of a Code Compliant system for all promotional and non-promotional activities, ensuring the company is in line with ABPI standards, the MHRA blue guide for advertising and promotion and all applicable international Codes of Practice (EFPIA, IFPMA, and respective National Codes and National Regulatory Bodies) at all times. Provision of workable compliant solutions to support business development opportunities/product launches and contribute to the development of marketing campaigns Timely, accurate review and approval of materials in accordance with the relevant Codes of Practice. Provide Guidance to overseas affiliates and UK Affiliate as and when required Actively participate in cross-functional medical review projects to build medical review standard practices and solutions for the business Candidate Requirements: MD/MPharm that has experience as an ABPI final signatory is essential Experience working in a pharmaceutical industry across a range of therapeutic areas Attention to detail, used to working in a face paced environment and is a strong communicator Salary and Remuneration: This role is offering a competitive remuneration package. To apply for this position please use the "Apply" option or feel free to send your CV directly to the Pharma-Partners team via email info@pharma-partners.co.uk
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Permanent / London, England
Medical Director - UK & Ireland Pharma-Partners is working with a small/mid-sized specialty pharmaceutical business with a diverse portfolio across multiple therapy areas as they look to recruit a new UK & Ireland Medical Director. Reporting into EU Medical and as the most senior medic for the affiliate, this position is responsible for developing and implementing country level strategy whilst providing medical and scientific expertise to colleagues. The Medical Director is part of the affiliate leadership team and will input into key cross functional projects. In this role you will manage a small team including Medical Advisors, MSLs, Medical Information and Pharmacovigilance. This opportunity is open for a first time Medical Director providing you are a UK registered Medical Doctor, have Medical Affairs line management experience, and have worked as a Therapy Area Head, Head of Medical Affairs, Medical Lead/Manager or equivalent. Role Responsibilities: Provide medical leadership to activities across the UK & Ireland Member of affiliate Leadership Team Line manage, coach and lead the medical department Development of medical affairs strategy in collaboration with business partners and regional teams Direct post-marketed Clinical Research activities Oversee Pharmacovigilance and Medical Information activities Develop influential relationships with KOLs Ensure high standards of compliance across the business Candidate Requirements: Medical Doctor (must be GMC registered) Significant amount of pharmaceutical industry experience in Medical Affairs Demonstrable competence in and understanding of Medical Affairs strategy Proven leadership and line management skills Effective communicator Salary & Remuneration: Competitive basic annual salary plus a benefits package to include car allowance and annual bonus scheme To apply for this position please use the "Apply" option or feel free to send your CV directly to the Pharma-Partners team via email info@pharma-partners.co.uk
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Permanent / London, England
Medical Affairs Manager - UK&I Pharma-Partners is working with a leading biotechnology business with marketed and pipeline drugs across a range of therapeutic areas. This role has line management responsibility for several direct reports and is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to take on management for the first time or for those looking to build on their leadership skills. Key responsibilities: Develop and implement medical strategy for therapeutic area divsion Line manage a Medical Affairs team Support the development of EU strategies by working closely with EU Medical Affairs colleagues Collaborate with the Health Economics team to ensure market access of products Work with local and global teams on evidence generation plans and IITs Be the medical expert for the designated therapy area and provide internal training where necessary As part of a cross functional team provide medical input into lifecycle management plans Establish and maintain relationships with KOLs Review and approve materials in line with the ABPI Code of Practice Candidate Requirements: GMC registered Medical Doctor UK affiliate Medical Affairs experience as a Medical Advisor or equivalent Experience as a Final Signatory Leadership skills Salary & Remuneration: Competitive basic annual salary plus a benefits package to include company car/car allowance, bonus and long-term incentives To apply for this position please use the "Easy Apply" option or feel free to send your CV directly to the Pharma-Partners team via email info@pharma-partners.co.uk
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