Medical Director

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Job Title:EU Medical Director

Department:Medical Affairs

Location:UK

Reporting to:Vice President, Medical Affairs – Europe

Company:Global, Mid-Sized Pharmaceutical Company


Role Summary:

The EU Medical Director will lead the medical affairs strategy and activities for a product focused in nephrology. This role involves close collaboration across global and regional cross-functional teams and requires strong experience in medical affairs, scientific communication, and stakeholder engagement.


Key Responsibilities:

Medical Strategy & Execution:

  • Lead the development and implementation of medical affairs strategies for the product.
  • Develop scientific communication platforms, communication plans, and medical educational activities.
  • Gather and analyse strategic insights to support decision-making and stakeholder engagement.

Stakeholder Engagement & External Expert Management:

  • Identify and cultivate relationships with top KOLs and HCPs across Europe.
  • Manage advisory boards and scientific collaborations in alignment with medical and commercial objectives.
  • Support development and delivery of publications and presentations.

Medical Communication & Education:

  • Translate clinical and scientific data into relevant medical information for HCPs.
  • Create and deliver high-quality educational programs, symposia, and training materials.

Promotional Material Review:

  • Evaluate promotional materials for scientific accuracy, compliance, and ethical standards.
  • Provide medical input and review in alignment with regulatory and company SOPs.

Compliance & Governance:

  • Promote a strong culture of compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Stay current with the ABPI Code of Practice, GCP, ICH guidelines, and other relevant standards.

Leadership & Regional Collaboration:

  • Develop and lead the regional medical plan aligned with global strategy.
  • Facilitate integration with regulatory, marketing, real-world evidence, and safety functions.
  • Promote best practice globally.


Qualifications & Experience:

  • Advanced scientific and/or clinical degree (MD or PharmD required).
  • At least 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience in Medical Affairs.
  • Strong therapeutic knowledge in nephrology (essential).
  • Final Signatory under the ABPI Code, or eligible for qualification (essential).
  • Above country experience (EU or Global).
  • Proven ability to work across functions and manage complex external collaborations.
  • Leadership experience.
  • Strong interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Flexibility, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset.

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