Medical Affairs NPP Operations Lead

Astellas Pharma Inc.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Astellas Pharma Inc. recherche un Medical Affairs NPP Operations Lead pour diriger les activités opérationnelles et de gestion de projet liées à son pipeline. Le candidat idéal aura une solide expérience dans l'industrie pharmaceutique et des compétences en gestion de projet. Ce poste offre un modèle de travail hybride et nécessite des déplacements occasionnels.

Qualifications

• Expérience extensive dans l'industrie pharmaceutique.
• Connaissance approfondie du développement de médicaments.
• Compétences avérées en gestion de projet et d'opérations.

Responsibilities

• Diriger les activités de gestion de projet au sein de l'équipe de planification des nouveaux produits médicaux.
• Collaborer avec divers départements pour assurer l'exécution des activités sponsorisées.
• Moniteur les délais, budgets et ressources des activités NPP.

Skills

Project management

Operations management

Budget management

Negotiation

Communication

Innovation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

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Description Medical Affairs NPP Operations LeadAbout Astellas:At Astellas we are a progressive health partner, delivering value and outcomes where needed.We pursue innovative science, focusing initially on the areas of greatest potential and then developing solutions where patient need is high, often in rare or under-served disease areas and in life-threatening or life-limiting diseases and conditions.We work directly with patients, doctors and health care professionals on the front line to ensure patient and clinical needs are guiding our development activities at every stage.Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn’t a buzzword - it’s a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division.We work closely with regulatory authorities and payers to find new ways to ensure access to new therapies. We deliver the latest insights and real-world evidence to inform the best decisions for patients and their care-givers, to ensure the medicines we develop continue to provide meaningful outcomes.Beyond medicines, we support our stakeholder communities to drive initiatives that improve awareness, education, access and ultimately standards of care.The Opportunity:As a Medical Affairs NPP Operations Lead, you will be accountable for leading and delivering operational and project management activities for the assigned Astellas pipeline assets and business development projects. You will work closely with the Medical Affairs Lead to provide strategic direction and ensure the execution of Medical Affairs tactics on time and within budget.Hybrid Working:At Astellas we recognise the importance of balancing your work and home life, so we offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues in person at the office alongside the flexibility to work from home; optimising the most productive work environment for you to succeed and deliver.Key Responsibilities:

Lead and drive effective operational and project management activities across all aspects of the Global Medical Affairs New Product Planning (NPP) team.

Work closely with the Medical Affairs NPP leads to generate strategy and execute the tactical plan that supports the medical strategy across various diseases areas.

Monitor and report on timelines, budgets, resources, and risks related to all MA NPP activities.

Contribute to business development initiatives and development of new operational processes

Close collaboration with cross functional team including, Research, Development, Commercial NPP, Market Access to ensure full and timely implementation and execution of MA sponsored activities related to MA NPP Team, Medical Affairs Plan, and integrated plans.

Drive continuous improvement and ensure high-quality deliverables that adhere to global standards and regulations.

Essential Knowledge & Experience:

Extensive pharmaceutical industry experience.

In-depth knowledge of global drug development and product lifecycle management processes.

Strong project management, operations, budget management and business analysis experience.

Excellent negotiation and influencing skills that lead to change.

A proactive mindset focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

Fluency in English with strong written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Experience:

PMP qualification

Education/Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree or equivalent.

Extensive Pharmaceutical industry experience.

Additional Information:

This is a permanent, full-time position.

This position is based in United Kingdom.

This position follows our hybrid working model. Role requires a blend of home and a minimum of 1 day per quarter in our Addlestone office. Flexibility may be required in line with business needs. Role may require up to 30% travel.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law#LI-Addlestone#LI-Hybrid#LI-PG1