Head of Medical & Scientific Affairs

About the role

This senior position offers the chance to shape the medical strategy of a dynamic, internationally‑focused pharmaceutical company. You will lead scientific and medical activities, ensuring they are aligned with business goals and deliver high‑value therapies to patients.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of the affiliate’s medical strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and portfolio priorities.
• Provide medical and scientific leadership, driving excellence, credibility and compliance across all medical activities.
• Act as a strategic partner to cross‑functional teams, contributing to key decisions through scientific insight and sound judgement.
• Ensure the quality, consistency and integrity of medical deliverables in line with regulatory, governance and patient‑safety requirements.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enhance the medical function’s impact.
• Play an active role in strengthening the medical organisation, taking on increasing responsibility and supporting its long‑term evolution.

Required profile

• Medical Doctor (or equivalent) with a strong track record in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Experience across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development and/or medical leadership functions.
• Credibility to operate effectively in both scientific and strategic settings.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, compliance and scientific governance.
• Proven ability to navigate complex organisations, build alignment and drive impact through collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills and a clear trajectory toward broader medical leadership.

Required skills

• Deep scientific expertise in relevant therapeutic areas.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements for medical affairs.
• Strategic thinking and ability to translate scientific insight into business decisions.

What we offer

• Attractive benefits package aligned with the responsibility of the role.
• Integration into a growing organization that invests in continuous development, specialized training and real progression opportunities.