MSL Manager

OnQ Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

On Q Recruitment is partnering with an innovative pharma group to recruit an experienced Medical Science Liaison Leader to oversee their team of MSLs across NSW and QLD. Reporting into the Medical Affairs leadership team, you will lead, coach and develop the MSLs, driving field effectiveness, capability uplift and a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.

This is a high-visibility leadership role with opportunity to shape strategy and be a key partner to

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading MSL teams in pharma.
• Strong coaching and development capability.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of MSLs across NSW and Qld.
• Build capability through coaching, development planning and field engagement.
• Drive scientific excellence and high standards of stakeholder engagement.
• Support onboarding, training and ongoing professional development.
• Foster an inclusive, high-performing and collaborative team culture.
• Partner with Medical, Commercial and Cross-Functional stakeholders to deliver strategic objectives.

Skills

MSL leadership

Coaching & development

Stakeholder management

People management

Pharma industry experience

Job description

We're proud to partner with an innovative pharma group to recruit an experienced Medical Science Liaison Leader to oversee their team of MSLs across NSW and QLD. Reporting into the Medical Affairs leadership team, you will lead, coach and develop a team of MSLs - driving field effectiveness, capability uplift, and a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of MSLs across NSW and Qld.
• Build capability through coaching, development planning and field engagement.
• Drive scientific excellence and high standards of stakeholder engagement.
• Support onboarding, training and ongoing professional development.
• Foster an inclusive, high-performing and collaborative team culture.
• Partner closely with Medical, Commercial and Cross-Functional stakeholders to deliver strategic objectives.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership role where you'll influence team performance, shape culture, and play a key part in the success of a growing Medical Affairs function.

About You

• Previous MSL management experience within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong performance management and leadership skills.
• Experience leading teams through growth and change.
• Collaborative stakeholder manager with strong communication skills.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, highly accountable environment.

Why Join?

• Strong pipeline with multiple launches anticipated over coming years.
• Strategic and highly regarded Medical Affairs function.
• Genuine investment in leadership development and capability building.
• Collaborative culture with excellent opportunities for career growth.