Corporate Rare Diseases Launch Excellence & Medical Lead

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About the client:

It is one of Europe’s leading specialty pharmaceutical groups focused primarily on disorders of the central nervous system (CNS). The company operates across multiple European countries with its own commercial affiliates, offering a broad portfolio that includes branded generics, value-added medicines and innovative drug-delivery systems designed to improve patient adherence.

Job description:

The company is strengthening its global Rare Diseases organisation and is seeking a Corporate Rare Diseases Launch Excellence & Medical Lead to drive the medical strategy and global launch readiness for their Rare Diseases portfolio — including upcoming launches.

This is a high-impact corporate role partnering closely with Medical Affairs, Commercial, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Market Access and affiliates across Europe to ensure successful global execution.

The Corporate Rare Diseases Launch Excellence & Medical Lead will shape and execute the global medical strategy for Rare Diseases, providing scientific leadership, cross-functional alignment, and launch excellence across countries.
Key mission elements include:

- Leading global medical strategy for pipeline and in-market Rare Disease products.

- Ensuring launch excellence and readiness across all affiliates.

- Driving medical insight generation, scientific communication, and evidence generation.

- Building strong global KOL networks and leading advisory boards.

- Supporting BD/M&A evaluations in the Rare Diseases field. 

Professional Experience

Required:

• ≥ 5 years’ experience in Medical Affairs, ideally in Neurology or Rare Diseases.

• Proven track record in product launches (minimum 2 years local launch experience; EU experience preferred).

• Experience in regional or global roles.

• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and business acumen.

• Experience supporting BD/M&A assessments is an advantage.

• Ability to influence affiliates and manage international stakeholders.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences (Medicine, Pharmacy, Biology).

• Advanced degree (MD, PhD, MSc in Neurosciences) preferred.

Languages:

• Fluent English required; additional European languages a plus.

Key Skills:

• Analytical thinking

• Problem solving

• Leadership

• Communication excellence

• Attention to detail

• Initiative and self-management

• Stakeholder management