Medical Director

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.