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Head of Medical & Scientific Affairs

Lisbon, Lisbon Permanent View Job Description
We are seeking a Medical Director to join a leading international pharmaceutical organisation. While the role is designed to evolve into a Medical Director position, we are equally interested in high-potential candidates from Medical Affairs who may not yet hold this title but demonstrate the capability, ambition, and leadership potential to grow into the role over time, supported by a structured succession and development plan.
  • This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth.
  • Joining this company will allow you to contribute to impactful project.

About Our Client

A dynamic pharmaceutical company with a strong international presence, focused on innovation and the development of high-value therapies addressing unmet medical needs.

Job Description

  • Support the development and execution of the affiliate's medical strategy, ensuring strong 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, enhancing the medical function's impact and influence across the organisation.
  • Play an active role in strengthening the medical organisation, taking on increasing responsibility and supporting its long-term evolution.

The Successful Applicant

  • Medical Doctor (or equivalent) with a strong track record in the pharmaceutical and/or healthcare industry, combining deep scientific expertise with a solid understanding of the business environment.
  • Experience across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development and/or medical leadership functions, with the credibility to operate effectively across 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 and stakeholder management.
  • Excellent communication skills and a clear trajectory towards a wider medical leadership mandate within a structured and high-performing environment.

What's on Offer

  • Attractive benefits package aligned with the responsibility of the role.
  • Integration into a growing organization, which invests in continuous development, with access to specialized training, professional support and real opportunities for progression.
Contact
Pedro Borges Caroço
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7028795

Job summary

Function
Policy, Economics & Regulatory Affairs
Subsector
Policy, Economics & Regulatory Affairs Subsector
Industry
Life Sciences
Location
Lisbon
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Pedro Borges Caroço
Job reference
JN-052026-7028795
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