Head of Medical Affairs

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Medical Affairs to lead their medical and regulatory function. This pivotal role involves providing strategic scientific support for marketing activities and fostering relationships with external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be a GMC-registered physician or GPhC-registered pharmacist with proven experience in Medical Affairs. Join a supportive organization that values innovation and collaboration, and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to global projects while enhancing your professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong understanding of NHS and customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Medical Affairs team, providing strategic medical input.
• Develop relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and lead advisory boards.
• Evaluate and support local and global business opportunities.

Skills

Medical Affairs

Strategic Planning

Regulatory Affairs

Stakeholder Engagement

Cross-functional Team Collaboration

Education

GMC-registered Physician

GPhC-registered Pharmacist

Job description

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Head of Medical Affairs, Buckinghamshire

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Client:

CK Group

Location:

Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Head of Medical Affairs

Medical Affairs Manager / Head of Medical Affairs

The CK Group is proud to be working exclusively with a family-owned pharmaceutical company to recruit a Head of Medical Affairs. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced medical affairs professional (GMC registered medical doctor or GPhC registered pharmacist) to lead the medical and regulatory affairs function in a dynamic, internationally visible role within an inclusive and supportive organization.

Location:

Hybrid working, with offices based in Buckinghamshire.

Role Overview:

As Head of Medical Affairs, you will lead the medical and regulatory function, providing strategic scientific and clinical support to the company’s medical and marketing activities both locally and internationally. You will also play a key role in building and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders while actively participating in global projects and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the medical expert, providing strategic medical and scientific input for brand strategies, product claims, and materials (promotional and non-promotional).
• Lead the daily activities of the local Medical Affairs team, fostering collaboration and excellence.
• Review and approve materials in accordance with the ABPI Code of Practice.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and lead advisory board engagements.
• Organize and lead scientific meetings.
• Evaluate and support local and global business opportunities.
• Actively contribute to international medical affairs projects.
• Develop and execute medical affairs projects and publication plans.

Your Background:

• GMC-registered physician or GPhC-registered pharmacist with experience as a final medical signatory.
• Proven experience in Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong understanding of the NHS and customer-facing experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Experience in gastroenterology, hepatology, inflammation, or metabolic disorders is advantageous but not essential.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive, team-oriented environment. You’ll work with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.