Medical Affairs Advisor - HIV Prevention

GSK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in London is looking for a Medical Affairs professional to lead post-launch initiatives for an HIV prevention medicine. The candidate will ensure regulatory compliance, engage with healthcare professionals, and collaborate across teams. A medical degree and experience in Medical Affairs are required. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the HIV community.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements in the UK is essential.
• Strong understanding of the UK healthcare environment is required.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical affairs activities post launch of HIV prevention medicine.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to medical affairs.
• Cultivate trusted relationships with healthcare professionals.

Skills

Medical degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent)

Experience in Medical Affairs

Excellent communication skills

Regulatory familiarity

Education

Medical degree or advanced science degree

Job description

Overview

We are a specialist pharmaceutical company 100% dedicated to developing medicines to treat and prevent HIV. Born out of a partnership between GSK and Pfizer in 2009, with Shionogi joining in 2012, our ambition is to end the HIV epidemic. ViiV Healthcare is a global specialty HIV company, the only company that is 100% focused on researching and delivering new medicines for people living with, and at risk of, HIV.

In this role you will

Launch Excellence

• Lead and execute medical affairs activities post launch of our HIV prevention medicine, ensuring alignment with strategic brand goals and cross‑functional teams.
• Provide scientific and medical expertise to inform the development and implementation of the launch plan, including educational initiatives, advisory boards, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Collaborate closely with commercial, market access, and regulatory teams to ensure optimal positioning and impactful introduction of the product to the UK market.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of medical initiatives during the launch phase, identifying opportunities to enhance outcomes and drive continuous improvement.

Regulatory Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to medical affairs activities, including the development, review, and approval of materials and communications.
• Support the implementation of regulatory‑mandated materials, including those designed for risk management purposes, ensuring consistency with product safety information.
• Partner with regulatory, pharmacovigilance, and other relevant teams to ensure seamless coordination of medical affairs deliverables in line with UK health authority expectations.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Cultivate strong and trusted relationships with healthcare professionals and other external stakeholders, serving as a scientific expert on HIV prevention.
• Respond promptly to medical information queries and ensure the accurate dissemination of scientific insights and product‑related information to external audiences.
• Represent GSK in medical and scientific discussions, including advisory boards, healthcare meetings, and congresses, providing expert input to drive impactful dialogue.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams, including marketing, market access, health outcomes, regulatory, and clinical development, to ensure alignment and consistency in strategy and execution.
• Work collaboratively with medical field team, including medical science liaisons (MSLs) and nurse advisors, to deliver educational content, materials, and events.
• Work within the strategic account teams to deliver relevant and appropriate materials to support appropriate education for healthcare professionals.
• Participate in cross‑functional decision‑making forums, offering medical expertise to shape business strategies and support the achievement of organisational goals.

Compliance and Governance

• Ensure all medical activities are conducted in accordance with GSK policies, the ABPI Code of Practice, and relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Stay up to date on changes in the external regulatory environment and provide medical input to adapt processes as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Medical degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent), advanced science degrees (PhD, PharmD) or relevant experience.
• Experience in Medical Affairs, ideally within HIV or infectious diseases, with a focus on launch‑related activities.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and processes related to medical activities and materials in the UK.
• Strong understanding of the UK healthcare environment and the ABPI Code of Practice.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within cross‑functional teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Advanced degree (e.g., PhD, MD) in a relevant field (HIV, infectious diseases, virology).
• Knowledge of UK healthcare systems and stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with digital innovation in medical operations.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to convey complex scientific information clearly.

Why ViiV?

ViiV Healthcare is a mission‑driven company that is 100% focused on researching and delivering new medicines for people living with, and at risk of, HIV. We work closely with the HIV community and partners to advance research and development, address HIV‑related stigma, and increase access to our medicines. Our culture is fast‑paced, diverse, inclusive, competitive, and caring – a place to belong where every team member is invited to bring their very best.

Closing Date for Applications

Sunday 30th November 2025 (COB)

Application Instructions

Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the ‘cover letter’ of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application.

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ViiV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

Legal and Equality Statement

ViiV Healthcare is a company 100% focused on HIV that is majority owned by GSK, a global biopharma organization. As an employee of ViiV, you are part of a team united by a clear mission to leave no person living with HIV behind. Additionally, through our shareholder relationship with GSK, you have access to a range of shared benefits and career development opportunities. ViiV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.