Senior Medical Manager

NTS Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is partnering with a multinational pharmaceutical company to find a Senior Medical Manager based in Dubai. This role involves driving the company's medical strategy across the UAE, providing scientific leadership, and supporting cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will possess a medical degree, at least 7 years of medical affairs experience in the pharmaceutical industry, and strong communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to influence healthcare strategies and build networks within the UAE healthcare landscape.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in medical affairs within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong expertise in building KOL networks.
• Proven ability to operate cross-functionally and influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the UAE medical affairs strategy.
• Act as a scientific expert on key therapeutic areas.
• Build relationships with key opinion leaders and stakeholders.
• Support delivery of medical education programs and scientific events.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and standards.

Skills

Building KOL networks

Delivering impactful scientific engagement

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

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

Job description

We are NTS Group. The region’s 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 a leading multinational pharmaceutical company to recruit a Senior Medical Manager based in Dubai. This role will be instrumental in driving the company’s medical strategy across the UAE, providing scientific leadership, and supporting cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with corporate objectives.

What You’ll 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 haven’t had a response within 5 working days, please assume you have not been shortlisted. Many thanks and good luck in your job search.