Pharma-Partners is exclusively partnering with a start-up pharma company looking to hire its first permanent UK Medical Director. As the Medical Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the companies medical strategy and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. You will lead the medical affairs activities, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the development of strategies and processes This position reports directly to UK Country Lead and would be heavily involved with business strategy.
Responsibilities:
Develop and execute the medical strategy aligned with the company vision
Provide medical leadership and guidance to internal teams
Serve as the medical expert for all medical related queries
Engage in scientific exchange with external experts and key opinion leaders
Work closely with commercial, marketing, and market access teams
Act as ABPI final signatory
Support market access initiatives and pricing strategies
Ensure compliance with UK-specific PV regulations
Monitor and report adverse events (Individual Case Safety Reports – ICSRs) to relevant health authorities.
Implement risk minimization strategies (aRMM) as needed
Prepare and submit aggregate reports (e.g., Periodic Safety Update Reports – PSURs) and risk management plans (RMPs) to local authorities.
Collaborate with global PV teams for timely submissions.
The Candidate:
Medical or Pharmacy Degree (MD or MPharm or equivalent)
Significant experience in senior medical roles within the pharmaceutical industry.
ABPI final signatory is a must
Experience having worked in pharmacovigilance at a UK level, ideally acting as Local Safety Officer
Experience working in the field of sleep disorders, CNS, Psychiatry would be an advantage
Remuneration:
Very competitive annual basic salary plus standard benefits package
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Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
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