Head of Medical Affairs

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic pharmaceutical company is seeking a Head of Medical Affairs to lead their Medical Affairs function during an exciting growth phase. This role requires a GMC-registered physician or GPhC-registered pharmacist, with proven expertise in medical strategy and product launches, to drive compliance and collaboration across various teams. You will have the opportunity to make a real impact in addressing rare diseases and enhancing patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience as a final medical signatory required.
• Strong track record in Medical Affairs within pharmaceuticals.
• First-hand experience in product launch strategy.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of UK Medical and Regulatory Affairs teams.
• Provide expert insight into medical strategy and brand planning.
• Mentor and lead the team to operational excellence.

Skills

Medical strategy

Product launch strategy

Collaborative leadership

Education

GMC registration as a physician or GPhC registration as a pharmacist

Job description

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Now Hiring: Head of Medical Affairs – Full lifecycle

Hybrid (2 days office-based)

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This is a role within a dynamic pharmaceutical company moving into a pre-launch setting and exciting new phase of growth who are looking for a strategic and operational leader to head up their Medical Affairs function.

This is a chance to make a tangible impact on the business, the pipeline, and ultimately, patients’ lives, especially with their rare disease pipline.

About the Role

As Head of Medical Affairs, you’ll take ownership of the UK Medical and Regulatory Affairs teams, playing a key role in driving strategy, compliance, and collaboration across the business. You'll be the go-to scientific authority, guiding cross-functional teams and bringing clarity to complex decisions.

• Providing expert insight into medical strategy, brand planning, and product positioning
• Acting as final signatory, ensuring materials are fully ABPI compliant
• Building strong, trusted relationships with KOLs, global partners, and advisory boards
• Driving launch readiness for innovative products in the pipeline whilst also managing products in the market
• Mentor, lead and develop the team to achieve operational excellence
• Evaluating new business and product opportunities

What You Bring:

• GMC-registered physician or GPhC-registered pharmacist
• Experience as a final medical signatory
• A strong track record in Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical industry
• First-hand experience in product launch strategy
• Collaborative, inclusive leadership style with a strategic mindset

When applying, please quote job reference 109118

CK Group is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Eligibility to work in the EEA is required.