Global Medical Safety Senior Director

Discover International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company in Greater London is seeking an experienced leader in Global Medical Safety. This role entails overseeing a team focused on safety evidence generation and risk management, while developing strategies aligned with company goals. Candidates should possess a Medical Doctor or PhD in Life Science, with 10-15 years of experience in Patient Safety and Pharmacovigilance. This position offers an opportunity to work with health authorities globally and ensure adherence to high ethical standards.

Qualifications

• 10-15+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry focusing on Patient Safety and Pharmacovigilance.
• Extensive experience leading teams and setting strategic directions.
• Experience with global regulatory filings and interactions.

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead a team in safety evidence generation and risk management.
• Develop strategies for global medical safety aligned with company goals.
• Lead external and internal interactions for Global Medical Safety.

Skills

Leadership in Patient Safety

Regulatory Interaction

Pharmacovigilance

Strategic Direction Setting

Team 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.