Senior Manager, Device and Packaging

LEO PHARMA A/S; Ballerup; On-site; DKK 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

LEO Pharma A/S in Denmark is seeking a Senior Manager for Device & Packaging to lead strategy, development, and lifecycle management of drug-device products and packaging.

You will provide technical leadership across development, tech transfer, launches, and post-approval changes, ensuring GMP, regulatory compliance, and effective resource planning.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Materials Science, or Life Sciences.
• Experience in pharma/biotech/medical devices or combination products.
• Experience with drug-device combinations and packaging.
• Previous people management or team leadership experience.
• Knowledge of GMP, design controls, risk management, and regulatory expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, development, and lifecycle management of drug-device products and packaging.
• Provide technical leadership across development, tech transfer, launches, and post-approval changes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, GMP, and design control requirements.
• Manage resource planning, timelines, and team deliverables; participate in governance forums.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Technical depth

People development

Regulatory expertise

Education

Engineering degree

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job description

Field of work:
Engineering & Manufacturing

Posting Date:
28 Aug 2026

Application deadline: September 20th, 2026
Location: Ballerup 2750, Denmark, Denmark
Contract type: Permanent
Job ID: 4812

Lead the future of drug-device combination products at LEO Pharma.

Are you ready to combine strategic leadership, technical depth, and people development in a role that directly supports the delivery of innovative pharmaceutical products to patients? As Senior Manager for Device and Packaging, you will lead a team of skilled subject matter experts and play a central role in shaping how we develop, qualify, launch, and manage drug-device combination products and packaging solutions across their lifecycle.

Your role

You will lead the strategy, development, qualification, and lifecycle management of drug-device combination products, primary packaging, and secondary packaging. You will provide technical leadership across development, commercialisation, tech transfer, launches, and post-approval changes, while ensuring compliance with global regulatory, quality, GMP, and design control requirements. You will also manage resource planning, project priorities, timelines, and team deliverables, while representing the function in governance forums, project teams, and external partner discussions.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and developing a team of technical SMEs across on-site and remote locations.
• Providing technical leadership for device components, container closure systems, and packaging configurations.
• Supporting new product development, product launches, tech transfers, line extensions, and post-approval changes.
• Partnering with Quality and Regulatory on design control, risk management, change control, deviations, CAPAs, and submissions.
• Driving continuous improvement of processes, templates, standards, and best practices.

You will be responsible for setting direction, enabling timely decision-making, and developing scalable ways of working in a fast-paced pharmaceutical environment.

Your qualifications

We are looking for an experienced leader with good technical and regulatory expertise, solid experience from pharma, biotech, medical devices, or combination products, and the ability to turn complexity into clear direction. As a person, you are a confident and collaborative leader who communicates clearly, builds trust, and creates momentum. You thrive in a matrix organisation, make sound decisions in ambiguous situations, and balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution.

We imagine that you have:

• A degree in Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Materials Science, Life Sciences, or another relevant discipline.
• Relevant experience from the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or combination product industry.
• Experience with drug-device combination products, primary packaging, and/or secondary packaging.
• Prior people management or team leadership experience.
• Good knowledge of GMP, design controls, risk management, change control, and regulatory expectations.

It will be an advantage if you have experience with injectable products, prefilled syringes, autoinjectors, pens, or other drug delivery systems. Experience with global regulatory submissions, product development, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or packaging validation will also be highly relevant.

Your new team

You will lead Device & Packaging in Ballerup, Denmark, as part of LEO Pharma’s Pharmaceutical Development organisation. The team works across functions and geographies to support product development, commercialisation, lifecycle management, and compliance for device and packaging activities.

You will collaborate closely with colleagues in Quality, Regulatory Affairs, External Manufacturing, Business Development, other areas in Pharmaceutical Development, HR, and other key business areas. Together, you will help ensure that LEO Pharma continues to deliver high‑quality products and solutions that make a meaningful difference for patients.

Contact and application

For additional information, please contact Michael Campbell, Director, Drug Device Combination Products at

You do not need to upload a cover letter, but feel free to add a few sentences in your resume or CV on why this position has your interest.

Beyond the skin

Join LEO Pharma, a global leader in medical dermatology, as we go beyond the skin to make a lasting impact. Our innovative approach sets us apart. We are dedicated to leaving a legacy that positively impacts patients, colleagues, and our planet.
At LEO Pharma, we believe in the power of individuals to drive change. Our flat organizational structure empowers you to make a visible impact and offers versatile roles for professional growth. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, recognizing that our different perspectives, backgrounds, and attitudes enable us to make the best decisions. Join our passionate team at LEO Pharma and be yourself as we work together to make a difference.
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