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GlaxoSmithKline
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2 months ago
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Site Name: UK – London – New Oxford Street, UK -Hertfordshire - Stevenage, Upper Providence Posted Date: Apr 172025 Competitive Intelligence Director We are currently seeking torecruit an experienced Competitive Intelligence Director for ourSpeciality Care TA. This is a key role in supporting the MedicinesCommercial Teams (MCTs) and Medicines Development Teams (MDTs). Assuch you will act as an objective, critical and strategic advisorbased on your deep expertise in current and future competitivedrivers in the market. An opportunity like this rarely arises andwe are looking for an exceptional individual who through theirinsightful and objective analysis of the established and emergingcompetitive environment can help shape GSK brand and portfoliostrategies, now and for the future. Key responsibilities: -Dedicated competitive intelligence support for inline products,pipeline products, Licensing/Business Development opportunities& other strategic assessments - Development of timely andactionable competitive insights including effective integration,consolidation and communication of scientific data analyses andinsights at both disease and asset level - Integrating primary andsecondary information sources to derive competitive insights forin-scope pipeline assets, develop insights on competitordevelopment strategies, tactics and potential positioning to ensurecompetitiveness of GSK assets - Act as an objective, critical andstrategic advisor to asset teams based on deep expertise in currentand future competitive drivers in the marketplace - Leadcompetitive intelligence planning for key congresses with inputfrom GSK teams and manage third party agency when vendor supportrequired. Drive GSK team preparedness, ensuring key intelligencequestions developed, aligning onsite activities and consolidatingkey insights and disseminating post-congress - Expert use of a widerange of competitor information sources to support clinicaldevelopment plans and product profile discussions, development ofcommercial forecasts, investment and brand strategy decisions(including evidence generation) - Managing the resourcing andcapabilities of a dedicated CI offshore team making sure that theteam is optimized to deliver maximum value and on-time delivery tostakeholders - Develop holistic and predictive competitor landscapeassessments based on a thorough understanding and analysis ofinternal and external business issues using robust CI sources andinnovative methodologies and ensure integration of intelligence andCI deliverables into asset development, strategic forecasting,evidence generation and strategic decision making - Leadcross-functional scenarios analysis and competitive simulationworkshops with key MCT and MDT stakeholders - Manage CI budget onbehalf of asset team and engage third party agencies asappropriate. Ensure all CI research activities are conducted withinappropriate GSK code of conduct, compliance and ethical businesspractices. Why You? Basic Qualifications: - Significant experiencein Pharmaceutical (drug development, competitive intelligence,insights and analytics), strategic management consultancy or as aPharma/Biotech financial analyst. - Significant experience inproviding insightful and actionable insights through innovativeapproaches - Willingness to spend 20-30% of time on travel to USand EU medical congresses and internal team meetings - The idealcandidate would be based in the UK or US and have work permissionto reside and work in either of these geographies. PreferredQualifications: - Educated to PhD, MD or Masters level in abiology/medical/pharmaceuticals discipline - Significant experienceworking experience with clinical data and analysis - Experience ofworking within the respiratory or immunology fields preferred -Extensive experience in attending and covering medical congresses -A clear communicator with the ability to communicate complex issuessimply - A critical, innovative thinker with a background inpharmaceuticals, clinical / research, consultancy or investmentanalysis - Experienced in working within a global matrixenvironment, across a range of functions, seniority, andgeographical locations - Proven ability to challenge, influence andsupport senior stakeholders Closing Date for Applications:29/04/2025 (EOD) Please take a copy of the Job Description, as thiswill not be available post closure of the advert. When applying forthis role, please use the ‘cover letter’ of the online applicationor your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role,as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that youhave provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assessyour application. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, aswe may close the role early if we receive a high volume ofapplications. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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