Associate Director, Marketing Haematology/Oncology in London

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience.

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an international biopharmaceutical company focused on improving patients’ lives by identifying, developing and commercializing meaningful products that address unmet medical needs. Our core values—integrity, collaboration, passion, pursuit of excellence and innovation—define our corporate practices and demonstrate our commitment to our mission of improving patients' lives.

We have a diverse portfolio of products and product candidates with a focus in the areas of Sleep Medicine and Haematology/Oncology. In EU/RoW, Jazz Pharmaceuticals markets haematology products for severe Veno-Occlusive Disease and high risk Acute Myeloid Leukaemia.

Reporting to the Business Unit Head, the AD Marketing is responsible for the leadership of the marketing for the Haematology products in UK & Ireland. The successful candidate will be accountable for developing the long range and annual strategic plan for the therapeutic area and ensuring successful preparation and execution in market. This role includes responsibility for marketing activities for current and future Jazz Pharmaceutical products in the Haematology/Oncology therapy area.

The incumbent has responsibility for ensuring all activities are executed in accordance with regulatory and legal frameworks including but not limited to local legislation and guidelines, as well as Jazz Pharmaceuticals Policies and Healthcare compliance procedures.

Essential Functions

• Lead the development and implementation of the annual and long-range commercial plans, aligning local strategy and tactics with overall strategy of the EU/INT across Haem-Onc portfolio.
• Leadership Haem-Onc Brand Team and development of productive cross-functional relationships to ensure cross-functional input and alignment to UK plans across Heam-Onc portfolio.
• Lead the development of advocacy programmes to support the objectives of the products in UK/Ireland.
• In close collaboration with EU/INT creates, implements and delivers on brand goals including input into longer term brand projects.
• Regularly interacts with functional leaders and major customers to establish strategic plans and objectives for the UK/Ireland team.
• Supports BU Head in the development of the long-range strategic vision for the Haematology/Oncology business in UK/Ireland.
• Deploys a multi-pronged, omnichannel and cross-functional approach that engages key centres, thought leaders, payors as well as other stakeholders and influencers.
• Contributes to and disseminates understanding of market trends and best practice.
• Monitor the implementation of the product plan to ensure execution is both efficient and effective and provide corrective solutions where necessary to maintain or exceed plan.
• Anticipate future trends in market dynamics, therapeutic approaches and healthcare professional needs, and ability to adapt strategies and plans accordingly.
• Oversee the development and implementation of the congress plan to ensure it is delivered effectively.
• Ensure all internal and external launch materials are programmes are reviewed and approved in accordance with JAZZ Pharmaceuticals standard operating procedures.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Proven background in Oncology and/or haematology, ideally in an Orphan Drug context in the UK/Ireland.
• Expertise in pharmaceutical marketing including with strategic responsibility.
• Strong leadership, people management and project management abilities.
• Proven ability to 'partner' successfully with cross-functional teams within country and region.
• Ability to function at both strategic and operational levels with a pragmatic hands-on approach.
• Evidence of building long range and annual strategic brand plans with examples of successful implementation.
• Evidence of ability to develop innovative programs and materials that support the needs of HCPs and the commercial teams such as webinars and digital communication platforms.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentations to large groups.
• Strong inter-personal relationship building skills/collaboration and teamwork.
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills to identify, understand and propose plans to address business issues and opportunities.
• Ability to set goals, prioritise activities, and establish/meet challenging timelines.

Required/Preferred Education And Licenses

• Strong preference for a Science or Business Graduate. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (Life Science preferred).

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation.