Medical Director - Oncology Innovation & Pipeline Strategy (Greater London)

Medical Director – Oncology Innovation & Pipeline Strategy

Location: Paddington, London

Industry: Specialty Biopharmaceuticals

Therapeutic Area: Oncology – Solid & Liquid Tumours

Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid (60% Onsite)

We are working closely with a global biopharmaceutical company to recruit a Medical Director within their oncology strategy group. This role supports the evaluation of mid-to-late stage external assets and contributes to the advancement of their therapeutic area strategy, with a specific focus on pre-launch readiness and Medical Affairs integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the medical/scientific referent in evaluations of oncology assets across the pipeline
• Lead the creation of Target Product Profiles (TPPs) and contribute to asset due diligence
• Collaborate cross-functionally across R&D, Innovation, Medical Affairs, and Commercial
• Conduct deep scientific analysis and disease area landscaping
• Support early commercialisation strategy and Medical Affairs planning
• Present findings and strategic insights to internal leadership and deal boards

Candidate Profile

• PhD preferred; MD acceptable
• Strong Medical Affairs experience with a focus on pre-launch activities
• Expertise in oncology – both solid and liquid tumour backgrounds welcomed
• Track record of delivering in cross-functional, strategic roles
• Experience with external asset evaluation or BD is a plus
• Confident communicator with senior stakeholder presentation skills

What You Can Expect

• High visibility within a mission-driven global biopharmaceutical organisation
• Ownership of impactful strategy work across the oncology pipeline
• Weekly collaboration with senior leadership and a purpose-led, agile team environment
• A competitive UK compensation package including performance-based incentives, a company car allowance, and comprehensive benefits
• Hybrid working model with 60% onsite presence in the London Paddington office

Interested in learning more?

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