Associate Director

Syneos Health; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director/Director in Launch Operations to lead product launches in the biopharmaceutical sector. This pivotal role involves strategic planning, cross-functional coordination, and risk mitigation to ensure successful, high-impact launches. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in product launches, exceptional project management skills, and the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights. Join a dynamic team committed to making a difference in patients' lives worldwide, where your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in biopharmaceutical marketing and product launches.
• Strong project management skills and ability to synthesize data.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive launch readiness plans.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful product launches.

Skills

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Data Analytics

Communication

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

BA/BS in Life Sciences or Business

MS or MBA

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SmartSheets

Project Management Software

Job description

Updated: May 7, 2025
Location: London, ENG, United Kingdom
Job ID: 9397

As an Associate Director / Director, Launch Operations for Full-Service Commercial, you will help our clients prepare for and execute product launches—one of the most exhilarating and critical phases in a product’s lifecycle. Your responsibilities include developing, managing, and executing comprehensive launch readiness plans across therapeutic areas and geographies. This involves strategic planning, cross-functional coordination, risk mitigation, and client communication to ensure successful, on-time, high-impact launches.

This role requires pharmaceutical industry knowledge, strong project management skills, and developing leadership capabilities. You will collaborate with a Full-Service Commercial Core Team of experts and PMO staff to guide clients through launch planning, risk mitigation, and strategic insights for go-to-market success.

The ideal candidate has a solid background in product launch with a proven track record of leading successful launch plans for innovative products. Critical and strategic thinking, along with cross-departmental collaboration skills, are essential to ensure the successful launch and commercialization of biopharmaceutical products.

Job Responsibilities

1. Partner with functional experts to define the roadmap to commercialization and implement it into project management software.
2. Develop risk identification and mitigation protocols and actively monitor them.
3. Create a framework for Go/No-Go decision-making across multiple launch scenarios.
4. Track activities across large matrix teams including Medical, Legal, Regulatory, Insights & Analytics, Market Access, Marketing, and Sales.
5. Develop and monitor commercial launch KPIs and brand performance metrics across sales, marketing, and market access.
6. Ensure strategic alignment and launch readiness through collaboration with the Core Team.
7. Demonstrate proficiency in data analytics to synthesize complex data sets into actionable insights supporting launch strategies.
8. Support evaluation and implementation of emerging technologies that enhance launch readiness and tracking.
9. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate technical capabilities into business value, bridging data science and strategic execution.
10. Create clear, concise PowerPoint presentations and reports for clients and internal leadership.
11. Mentor junior staff in leadership, client management, project management, and specific tasks.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in life sciences or business; MS or MBA preferred.
• Extensive experience in biopharmaceutical or related industries in marketing, product launches, strategy, or commercial operations.
• Proven ability to operationalize and define launch strategies.
• Strong cross-functional project management and data synthesis skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools like SmartSheets, Project, or Monday.
• Ability to adapt to change and manage ambiguity.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% as needed.

Join us at Syneos Health, where your work makes a difference in patients' lives worldwide. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. For accommodations during the application process, contact us at: [emailprotected].