Senior Medical Manager

Ntsrecruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior Medical Manager in Dubai. This role is crucial for driving medical strategy across the UAE and involves overseeing medical education programs while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Candidates must possess a relevant medical degree and at least 7 years of experience in medical affairs, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years experience in medical affairs preferably in UAE.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong expertise in building KOL networks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the UAE medical affairs strategy.
• Provide guidance as a scientific expert on key therapeutic areas.
• Build relationships with key opinion leaders.

Skills

Medical Degree (MD, PharmD, or PhD in Life Sciences)

Experience in medical affairs in the pharmaceutical industry

Relationship building with KOLs

Strong communication and leadership skills

Understanding of UAE healthcare regulations

Education

Medical Degree (MD) or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

We are NTS Group.

The regions leading Executive Search Outplacement & Career Transition firm across the Middle East bringing over 25 years of local expertise and a track record of exceptional service for our clients and candidates. Operating from our strategically positioned offices in Dubai London and Singapore we offer a comprehensive range of services delivered by industry experts. These include Contingency & Executive Search Campaigns Outplacement & Redundancy Support RPO Projects Talent Mapping Women in Leadership & Leadership Development and our award-winning Executive Career Transitioning Programs.

We are currently partnering with aleading multinational pharmaceutical company to recruit a Senior Medical Manager based in Dubai. This role will be instrumental in driving the companys medical strategy across the UAE providing scientific leadership and supporting cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with corporate objectives.

What Youll be Doing

• Lead the development and execution of the UAE medical affairs strategy in alignment with global and regional plans.
• Act as a scientific expert providing guidance on key therapeutic areas and products.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and other external stakeholders.
• Support the delivery of medical education programs advisory boards and scientific events.
• Ensure all medical activities comply with local regulations company policies and ethical standards.
• Partner cross-functionally with regulatory commercial and clinical teams to provide medical insights and support business objectives.
• Lead the review and approval of promotional and non-promotional materials in line with compliance standards.

Who You Are

• Medical Degree (MD) PharmD or PhD in Life Sciences is essential.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in medical affairs within the pharmaceutical industry ideally with UAE or Gulf exposure.
• Strong expertise in building KOL networks and delivering impactful scientific engagement.
• Proven ability to operate cross-functionally and influence senior stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of UAE healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication presentation and leadership skills.

Due to the large number of applications we receive we can only respond to candidates who have been shortlisted for the position. If you havent had a response within 5 working days please assume you have not been shortlisted. Many thanks and good luck in your job search.

Required Experience

Manager