Director, Medical Affairs EMEA

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a Director, Medical Affairs EMEA. At Kenvue, we realise the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you!

Role reports to: Senior Director Medical Affairs, EMEA

Location: Europe/Middle East/Africa, United Kingdom, Reading, Berkshire

Work Location: Hybrid

What you will do:

The Director, Medical Affairs EMEA is responsible for directing the operational functions of medical affairs, overseeing program design and implementation, and ensuring alignment with company goals. You will lead clinical trial planning, manage budgets and vendor relationships, and drive collaboration to support product development and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the strategies, planning and execution of medical affairs programs across product development stages, ensuring alignment with overall company goals, brand strategies and enabling cross-functional collaboration.
• Spearhead innovative medical affairs initiatives by integrating scientific insights, real-world data, and emerging digital health technologies to enhance product positioning, stakeholder engagement, and medical communications.
• Build and develop durable professional relationships with leading HCPs, scientific organisations, and policymakers for assigned need states and brands.
• Provide medical leadership, direction and strategy to the Brand Team and innovation projects to guide health outcomes and well-being relevance in our work.
• Champion the development and execution of evidence generation and communication plans that support regulatory submissions, access strategies and scientific messaging, including expert input on operations.
• Review, approve, and ensure scientific accuracy, compliance, and regulatory adherence of all educational, promotional, reporting and communication materials, while navigating complex regulatory landscapes and providing expert guidance on liability and compliance matters.
• Lead, mentor and inspire a high-performing medical affairs team, fostering a culture of continuous learning, scientific excellence, innovation, teamwork, and risk management.
• Manage budgetary oversight, contract negotiations, and vendor relationships to optimise resource utilisation and support strategic medical affairs initiatives.
• Foster a collaborative environment between Medical Affairs and other stakeholder teams to deliver expert medical support for product development, commercialisation, and successful completion of clinical trials and publication strategies.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant clinical, medical or scientific discipline. Higher degree preferred.
• More than 8 years of progressive experience in medical affairs or related healthcare industry roles.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing medical affairs strategies supporting product development and commercialisation.
• Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex projects.
• In-depth knowledge of data generation processes, analytics, regulatory requirements, and pharmacovigilance practices.
• Experience in budget management, contract negotiation, and vendor oversight within a medical affairs context.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Desired Qualifications and Experiences

• Higher degree and/or professional qualification: Medical (preferred), Dental, PhD or Pharmacy.
• Demonstrating advanced expertise and analytical acumen in a relevant scientific or medical discipline.
• Exceptional ability to translate complex scientific data into compelling narratives that resonate with diverse stakeholders including healthcare professionals, regulatory bodies, and internal teams.
• Strong strategic mindset with demonstrated success in driving innovative medical strategies that align with business objectives.
• Proficiency in navigating regulatory frameworks and a deep understanding of market access dynamics across multiple countries.
• Demonstrated capability to foster innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement within a medical affairs environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of influencing at all organisational levels and fostering collaborative partnerships.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive Benefit Package
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Kenvuer Impact Networks

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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