Manager, Program Management

Genmab; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Health insurance and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Employee support programs

Job summary

Genmab is seeking a Manager, Early Development Program Management in the Netherlands to drive planning, governance, and cross-functional coordination across early development programs. The role collaborates with CDT leaders to align milestones, risks, and budgets while maintaining integrated program plans and external partnerships.

You will contribute to ePDP development and ensure timely governance reviews, with a focus on robust program execution and cross-functional impact assessment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with oncology knowledge and clinical/drug development understanding.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the pharma/biotech industry.
• At least 2 years managing cross-functional preclinical and/or early-stage development projects.
• Fluency in written and oral English (Genmab's primary language).
• Proficiency in project planning tools (MS Project; Planisware preferred).
• Strong communication, collaboration and coordination skills.
• Applicants must reside in the Netherlands.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate global CDT and partner meetings; document decisions and actions; assign owners and track completion.
• Plan and facilitate global Translational Project Team (TPT) meetings; document decisions and follow-ups.
• Coordinate cross-functional preparation of program documents and presentations with clear strategy and milestones.
• Coordinate program management across CDT, TPS, PJB and TQS Strategy Reviews for alignment.
• Track cross-functional deliverables; clarify ownership and escalate issues affecting milestones.
• Provide timely program reporting for leadership and portfolio reviews and adhere to SOPs.

Skills

Oncology knowledge

Project management

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree with oncology knowledge

Tools

MS Project

Planisware

Job description

At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary® futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines® that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals’ unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees.

Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so.

Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us!

The Role

The Genmab Portfolio & Project Management (PPM) department is expanding to support our robust pipeline and is currently seeking a Manager, Early Development Program Management. The preferred candidate brings a working knowledge of the drug development process and practical project management experience to support programs from candidate nomination through IND/CTA-enabling activities, first-in-human studies, dose escalation and refinement, and preparation for transition to later-stage development as well as a solid technical Project Management skillset.

Working in close collaboration with a Compound Development Team Leader (CDTL) and functional leads across the Compound Development Team (CDT), the Manager develops and maintains integrated program plans that connect nonclinical, translational, clinical, regulatory and CMC activities. The role coordinate day-to-day program management, ensuring alignment on milestones, dependencies, risks and decisions. Responsibilities include contributing to consistent program management practices across the Early Development Programs and potential collaboration with external development partners.

This position reports to the Team Lead, Early Development Program Management. The role is based in Utrecht, NL, and is a hybrid position with four days per week in the office. Please note that the application deadline for this position is Tuesday, 27 October 2026, at 12:00 noon CET.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CDTL to plan and facilitate global CDT and partner meetings with clear objectives, focused decision topics and timely follow-up. Document decisions and actions, establish owners, and track completion.
• Partner with the eTM&R Lead to plan and facilitate global Translational Project Team (TPT) meetings. Document decisions and follow-ups.
• Coordinate cross-functional preparation of program documents and presentations, ensuring clear and consistent information on development strategy, progress, scenarios, risks and decisions required.
• Coordinate program management support across CDT, TPS, PJB and TQS Strategy Reviews, ensuring alignment and follow-through across forums.
• Track agreed cross-functional deliverables by clarifying ownership, resolving dependencies with functional leads and escalating issues that impacts program milestones.
• Provide accurate, timely program reporting for leadership and portfolio reviews, highlighting progress against milestones, key risks, decisions required, and changes to the development plan. Read, understand, and adhere to organizational Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Planning

• Develop and maintain integrated project plans and deliverables in project planning tool in cooperation with the CDTL and functional leads. Identify critical path activities and dependencies, monitor progress and highlight changes to milestone assumptions.
• Develop planning scenarios to support program decisions with input from CDTL and functional leads, documenting assumptions and implications for timelines, resources and development milestones.
• Assess the cross-functional impact of changes to program scope, strategy or timelines, and coordinate implementation of agreed changes across functional plans and program reporting.
• Facilitate cross-functional identification and assessment of program risks with the CDT. Maintain follow-up system for action items, deliverables, and risk management.
• Support development and maintenance of early Product Development Plan (ePDP) and ensure alignment between strategy, plans and governance decisions.
• Drive budget assumptions and support program budget development in close collaboration with the Finance Business Partner and CDTL.
• Coordinate and plan for Governance reviews with the CDT and TPT.
• Plan and organize other project events such as information meetings, international meetings, or team events.

Communication

• Build alignment across functional teams and leadership, communicating program priorities, dependencies and decisions clearly. Facilitate resolution of cross-functional issues and promote accountability for agreed deliverables.
• Assist the CDTL with coordination of communication and developing defined ways of working with external partners as required.
• Maintain a project team shared site for communication purposes and archiving of project management documents.
• Introduce new project team members and relevant stakeholders to the project and program management methodology.
• Contribute to consistent eDPM processes, templates and ways of working, and share lessons learned to improve planning and execution across early development programs.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree with basic knowledge of Oncology and overall clinical/drug development processes. Masters degree or PhD preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the pharma/biotech industry is required.
• At least 2 years experience managing cross-functional preclinical and/or early-stage development projects including integrated planning, risk management, and governance preparation.
• Fluency in written and oral English, as this is Genmab's primary language.
• Proficiency in project planning tools (MS project; Planisware preferred).
• Strong communication, collaboration, and coordination skills, with a positive and inclusive approach to working with others.
• Experience in stakeholder management, with the ability to build effective working relationships across teams and functions.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and shifting priorities in a dynamic environment.
• A global mindset, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable plans and scenarios.
• Ability to maintain a broad overview while understanding and addressing important details when needed.
• Applicants must currently reside in the Netherlands.

The proposed gross annual/monthly base salary range for this position, in the primary location, based on a full time schedule is: EUR59.160,00---88.740,00

The final salary offer will depend on several factors, including your skills, qualifications, and experience.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives.

Benefits

When you join Genmab, you become a part of a culture that supports your physical, financial, social, and emotional well‑being. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Pension
• Health insurance and wellness benefits
• Paid time off
• Employee support programs

About Genmab

Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose to improve the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, its hard‑working, innovative and collaborative team has invented next‑generation antibody technology platforms and harnessed translational, quantitative and data sciences, resulting in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T‑cell engagers, antibody‑drug conjugates, next‑generation immune checkpoint modulators and effector function‑enhanced antibodies. By 2030, Genmab’s vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock‑Your‑Socks‑Off (KYSO®) antibody medicines.

Established in 1999, Genmab is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with international presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit Genmab.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

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