Associate Director, Medical Affairs Lead- General Medicine & Speciality Medicine

Job description

The Associate Director, Medical Affairs Lead leads and manages the Medical Affairs team, recruiting, hiring and developing talent. Creates an empowering, compliant and innovative work environment. Builds a culture of quality and compliance through training and oversight. Develops and executes Country Medical Affairs Plans for the therapeutic area, aligning with global strategy and regulations. Manages the therapeutic area portfolio, balancing global and local priorities. Conducts observational field visits with Field Medical Advisors. Oversees development and execution of CMAPs, including post‑licensure research, publication plans and investigator‑initiated studies. Manages the operational and lifecycle‑management budget. Supports inspections, audits and inquiries from health authorities. Ensures Field Medical Advisors have assigned territories aligned with the plan. Coordinates with cross‑functional internal teams and provides scientific expertise to commercial product teams. Builds relationships with external stakeholders, professional societies and the scientific community. Engages with healthcare professionals, providers and academic centers. Collaborates with market access, regulatory and commercial colleagues to engage payers and policymakers. Participates in scientific exchange to bridge science to clinical practice and improve patient outcomes.

Requirements

• MD, PhD or PharmD
• three to five years of clinical, Medical Affairs or research experience in a relevant disease area
• proven ability to work cross‑functionally with various business units and senior leaders
• strong project management skills to create and execute complex strategic and operational initiatives
• demonstrated organizational skills including goal setting and priority alignment
• deep experience in the company's therapeutic areas of interest (Cardiovascular, COPD, Immunology)
• at least two years of leadership experience with documented people‑management
• excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills
• ability to work in matrix organizations and manage direct reports
• experience in development or field management of interventional or non‑interventional studies
• Saudi nationality is a priority
• specialty clinical training (residency or fellowship) preferred
• prior Medical Affairs experience preferred
• innovative thinker with ability to develop novel approaches
• self‑driven and proactive
• strong problem‑solving skills and ability to translate data into actionable plans
• leadership potential
• high integrity and adherence to ethical standards
• ability to simplify and convey complex concepts orally and in writing
• strong understanding of compliance environment for Medical Affairs
• ability to inspire and motivate team members.

Skills