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.
