Early Clinical Development -Medical strategy

We are looking for an experienced leader to head, develop, and strategically direct the medical function across a region, multiple countries, or with global responsibility.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and oversee all medical functions, including Clinical Development, Drug Safety, Regulatory Affairs, and Medical Affairs.
• Manage the talent pool by fostering and advancing people development across all medical and related functions.
• Take ownership of internal and external budget planning.
• Establish and maintain the highest ethical standards across all medical activities.
• Provide governance and make key decisions regarding product safety, medical information, and related services, ensuring business success and compliance.
• Support business leaders and client-facing functions with medical expertise, contributing to growth and sustainability.
• Define and implement medical strategy tailored to regional, country-specific, or global needs.
• Ensure governance, training, and consistency across all operations.
• Appoint and support Country Medical Directors in collaboration with GMA management and CDH.
• Actively support product-related issue and risk management activities.
• Strengthen communication and alignment between medical and marketing functions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs).

Your Profile

• Advanced degree in Medicine or Life Sciences, ideally complemented by management or leadership training.
• At least 7 years of experience in a senior medical leadership role, preferably with international exposure.
• Proven track record in team leadership, talent management, and strategic development of medical functions.
• Strong expertise in Clinical Development, Drug Safety, Regulatory Affairs, and Medical Affairs.
• High level of integrity and commitment to ethical standards and patient safety.
• Excellent communication and networking skills, including experience engaging with KOLs.
• Strategic mindset combined with strong execution skills.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.