Global Medical Safety Senior Director

Discover International; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company based in Birmingham is seeking a seasoned leader in Patient Safety and Pharmacovigilance. The role involves directing a team, developing global safety strategies, and leading regulatory interactions. Ideal candidates should have a Medical Doctor or PhD in Life Science, with 10-15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical sector, alongside extensive people leadership experience. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape safety practices and standards at a global level.

Qualifications

• 10-15+ years’ experience in pharma within Patient Safety & Pharmacovigilance.
• Extensive leadership experience and a track record of strategic direction.
• Experience with global filings in major markets.

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead a team in safety evidence generation.
• Develop global medical safety strategies aligned with company goals.
• Lead interactions with health authorities.

Skills

People leadership

Strategic planning

Regulatory interactions

Pharmacovigilance

Risk management

Education

Medical Doctor or PhD in Life Science

Job description

Responsibilities :

• Direct and lead a team of safety leads, scientists, senior management and relevant governing bodies in safety evidence generation, risk management and more.
• Develop strong strategies for global medical safety in line with companies goals.
• Be the 'face' of the companies Global Medical Safety function, both internal an external.
• Lead interactions with health authorities.
• Lead efforts to advance the Patient Safety and Pharmacovigilance discipline, ensuring adherence to the highest quality and ethical standards,

Requirements :

• Degree as Medical Doctor or PhD within Life Science
• 10-15+ years’ pharma experience within Patient Safety & Pharmacovigilance
• Extensive people leadership experience with a successful track record in setting strategic direction.
• Experience with supporting teams in regulatory interactions.
• Experience with global filings in US, EU, Japan and China
• Experience in neuroscience.