Global Medical Affairs Project Manager

Shionogi Europe; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical leader seeks a Global Medical Affairs Project Manager to coordinate and enhance operational success across regions. The candidate will manage budgets and collaborate with teams to ensure project delivery. Ideal applicants will have pharmaceutical experience, strong communication skills, and a detail-oriented approach. Join us and shape the future of healthcare through scientific excellence and collaborative efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience of project management or operations roles within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven experience in budget management and coordinating financial processes.
• Excellent proficiency in written and spoken business English.

Responsibilities

• Manage and track budgets using new systems with different regions.
• Collaborate with the global medical affairs team for project execution.
• Take ownership of operational tasks to relieve scientific staff.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Detail-oriented

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Experience in pharmaceutical industry

Scientific background or interest

Job description

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Description

Coordinate Global Medical Affairs Success at Shionogi

Step into a pivotal role where you will coordinate, streamline, and enhance the operational success of medical affairs projects across Shionogi's global network.

At Shionogi, we are dedicated to advancing healthcare through scientific excellence and operational rigor. As a global pharmaceutical leader, we empower teams to deliver impactful medical projects that improve lives worldwide. We are seeking a dynamic and solution-oriented Global Medical Affairs Project Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in supporting our global medical affairs colleagues and driving operational success across regions.

Why Join Shionogi?

Shionogi offers a collaborative, agile, and purpose-driven environment where your enthusiasm and proactive mindset will make a real difference. You'll work closely with the global medical affairs team, taking charge of operational aspects and helping to streamline processes, allowing our scientific experts to focus on innovation. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to us expanding its global reach, with a strong focus on operational excellence, cross-regional collaboration, and continuous improvement.

About the Role

In this role, you will be at the heart of our global medical affairs operations, driving projects forward, coordinating actions across regions, and ensuring that every initiative runs smoothly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage and track budgets using new systems, interacting with different regions and adapting to various regional finance processes.
• Collaborate with the global medical affairs team to ensure seamless project execution across regions and therapy areas.
• Take ownership of operational tasks, relieving workload from scientific and medical staff, and ensuring follow-up on key actions.
• Coordinate and deliver key projects, including but not limited to medical education, advisory boards, congress activities, and internal initiatives.
• Organise and facilitate meetings, prepare materials, track action items, and ensure timely follow-up.
• Maintain documentation, trackers, and SharePoint content, and provide administrative support as needed.
• Act proactively to identify issues, suggest solutions, and keep operations running smoothly.

What Are We Looking For?

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic, and solution-oriented individual who is eager to learn and grow. You will thrive in a fast-paced, global environment and be comfortable taking initiative and speaking up within the team.

Qualifications

• Experience of project management or operations roles within the pharmaceutical industry, ideally within Medical Affairs.
• Proven experience in budget management and the ability to coordinate complex financial processes across multiple systems.
• Ideally a scientific background or a strong interest in medical affairs.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence to interact with all stakeholders including senior, to ensure timely delivery of tasks.
• Proactive, organised, and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work with colleagues across regions and disciplines.
• Enthusiasm, adaptability, and a willingness to take on increasing responsibility and autonomy over time.
• Excellent proficiency in written and spoken business English.
• A positive attitude with the ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and the ability to use these tools effectively.

Join Us

Join Shionogi and be part of a team that is shaping the future of healthcare with purpose. We offer a dynamic and supportive environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on public health. Apply now and help us empower scientific innovation and excellence.