Ophthalmology Squad Lead: Strategy, Growth & Flexible Leadership

Roche; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche UK Affiliate seeks a visionary Squad Lead for Ophthalmology, leading a cross-functional squad with end-to-end accountability for portfolio priority execution and patient outcomes. You will drive the North Star strategy, balance enterprise priorities, and mentor the squad toward high-performance, compliant decision-making.

You will partner with UK leadership and VACC leaders to shape disease-area strategies, ensuring resources align with portfolio goals while championing diversity,

Qualifications

• Leadership track record in pharma or healthcare strategy.
• Proven ability to translate portfolio priorities into action.
• Experience leading cross-functional squads.
• Strong business acumen and patient-centric focus.

Responsibilities

• Set squad ambition and track progress against portfolio priorities.
• Lead cross-functional squad with end-to-end accountability.
• Champion VACC leadership model across the affiliate.
• Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical leaders.
• Develop talent and ensure ethical, compliant decisions.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Executive communication

Influencing senior stakeholders

Strategy development

Cross-functional leadership

Job description

Roche UK Affiliate seeks a visionary Squad Lead for Ophthalmology, leading a cross-functional squad with end-to-end accountability for portfolio priority execution and patient outcomes. You will drive the North Star strategy, balance enterprise priorities, and mentor the squad toward high-performance, compliant decision-making.

You will partner with UK leadership and VACC leaders to shape disease-area strategies, ensuring resources align with portfolio goals while championing diversity,