Oncology & Hematology Portfolio Strategy Lead

GSK; Tres Cantos; On-site; EUR 107,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK in Tres Cantos, Spain, seeks an Oncology and Hematology Portfolio Strategy Lead (Director) to drive launch readiness for late-stage assets. You will unite Commercial, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Regulatory, Finance and Supply Chain to translate portfolio ambitions into executable, value-driven plans.

The role requires strong strategic planning, cross-functional leadership, and fluency in Spanish and English, with at least eight years in pharma launches. Onsite presence is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in leading pharmaceutical product launches.
• Experience in Oncology and / or Hematology.
• Experience operating in a complex matrix organisation and leading cross-functional teams.
• Fluency in both Spanish and English - written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and execution of launch readiness for late-stage assets.
• Translate portfolio ambitions into integrated launch plans maximizing value for patients and healthcare systems.
• Collaborate across Commercial, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Regulatory, Finance, Supply Chain, Legal & Compliance, Communications, and Global/Regional partners.
• Develop governance, launch-readiness metrics, risk mitigation, and milestone delivery.

Skills

Data to Insights

Digital Fluency

Marketing Campaign Planning

Marketing Measurement

Marketing Strategy Implementation

Omnichannel Marketing

Scientific Literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Biotechnology, Business

MBA or equivalent business qualification

Job description

Business Introduction

GSK remains committed to achieving bold commercial ambitions for the future. By 2031, we aim to deliver £40 billion in annual sales, leveraging our existing strong performance momentum to significantly increase our positive impact on the health of billions of patients globally. Our Ahead Together strategy is centered on early intervention to prevent and alter the course of disease, thereby protecting people and supporting healthcare systems. Our diverse portfolio consists of vaccines, specialty medicines, and general medicines. Through continuous innovation and a dedicated focus on scientific and technical excellence, we strive to develop and launch new, groundbreaking treatments that address critical health challenges.

Position Summary

As Oncology and Hematology Portfolio Strategy Lead, you will lead the strategic planning and execution of launch readiness for late-stage pipeline assets. Acting as the local business lead, you will translate portfolio ambitions into integrated launch plans that maximise long-term value for patients, healthcare systems, and the organisation. You will bring together Commercial, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Regulatory, Finance, Supply Chain, Legal & Compliance, Communications, and Global and Regional partners. Your remit will include market and patient journey assessment, forecasting, value proposition and positioning development, governance, launch-readiness metrics, risk mitigation, and disciplined delivery of critical milestones. Success will be measured through strong organisational readiness, timely cross-functional execution, robust forecasting and business planning, effective stakeholder engagement, and achievement of access, adoption, and launch performance objectives.

Position Details

• Position level: Director
• Reporting line: VP Oncology Commercial Spain
• Primary location: Tres Cantos (Spain)
• Secondary location: /
• Presence onsite: required - min 3 days / week
• Business travel: limited
• People management: no
• Linguistic requirement: fluency in Spanish and English - both written and spoken

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Biotechnology, Business, or a related field
• Minimum 8 years in leading pharmaceutical product launches
• Experience in similar leadership roles in the pharmaceutical industry
• Experience in Oncology and / or Hematology
• Experience operating in a complex matrix organisation and leading cross-functional teams
• Strong strategic planning and project management capability, with the ability to translate insight into executable plans
• Fluency in both Spanish and English - written and spoken.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in launch excellence, pre-launch planning, or new product commercialisation
• Knowledge of market access, reimbursement pathways, and healthcare systems
• International or Regional experience within a global pharmaceutical organisation
• Experience applying launch-readiness frameworks, governance, KPIs, and risk-management approaches
• MBA or equivalent business qualification

What You Will Bring

• A strategic, enterprise-wide perspective and the ability to shape future brands well ahead of launch
• Sound judgement and confident decision-making in ambiguous, fast-changing environments
• Strong commercial, market access, analytical, financial, and forecasting acumen
• A deep understanding of Oncology and Hematology markets, patient needs, competitive dynamics, and barriers to diagnosis, treatment, and access

Skills

• Data to Insights
• Digital Fluency
• Marketing Campaign Planning
• Marketing Measurement
• Marketing Strategy Implementation
• Omnichannel Marketing
• Scientific Literacy

Salary

Spanish Salary Range / Rango salarial en España: EUR 106,500 to EUR 177,500The annual gross base salary range for new hires in this position is listed above for each applicable location. These ranges take into account a number of factors including the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position may offer an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. More detailed information on the total benefits package will be supplied during the recruitment process. This role is available for applicants from multiple locations, and therefore salary ranges for certain locations are also shown. Salary range

Application end date

Sunday October 18, 2026 EOD CET