Medical Affairs Advisor - 12 month FTC

We are a specialist pharmaceutical company 100% dedicated to developing medicines to treat and prevent HIV. Born out of a partnership between GSK and Pfizer in 2009, with Shionogi joining in 2012, our ambition is to end the HIV epidemic. As the pioneers in HIV innovation, we constantly look to push the boundaries of science to develop medicines that can change lives and give people more choice. Beyond our medicines, we are proud of our deep connection with the HIV community and work with partners to advance research and development, address HIV-related stigma, increase access to our medicines and provide funding and support to local community organisations to support their efforts in the HIV response. We are ViiV Healthcare. Here until HIV and AIDS are not.

Role Overview

In the role of Medical Affairs Advisor, you will support and shape medical strategy and activities across the United Kingdom. You will work closely with cross-functional colleagues in medical affairs, regulatory, commercial and external healthcare partners. We value clear scientific thinking, practical project skills and strong communication. This role offers growth through varied responsibilities, regular collaboration, and direct impact on patient care. Join us to help unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

In this role you will:

• Provide medical expertise for local, regional and national projects, ensuring scientific accuracy and compliance.
• Review and approve medical content for external and internal use, acting as a medical or AQP signatory where required.
• Deliver scientific engagement with healthcare professionals, payers, and other stakeholders to gather insights.
• Support development and execution of medical plans, including advisory boards, educational activities, and evidence generation.
• Translate clinical evidence into clear medical communications and respond to complex medical information requests.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure aligned delivery of medical objectives and stakeholder needs.
• Collaborate with medical field teams to develop educational content.
• Work within strategic account teams to deliver relevant and appropriate materials to support appropriate healthcare professional education.

Qualifications & Skills:

We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:

• Medical degree (MD), PharmD, or advanced life sciences degree and clinical experience.
• Eligible for GMC registration, GPhC registration, or equivalent where required.
• Experience in medical affairs, clinical practice, or the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience reviewing scientific and promotional materials for medical accuracy and compliance.
• Strong skills in interpreting clinical literature, real-world evidence and health technology assessment outputs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to engage diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:

• Experience as a medical or AQP signatory, or in a final approval role, under UK industry standards.
• Experience working in a matrixed, global pharmaceutical environment.
• Strong understanding of the UK healthcare environment including HIV care pathways.
• Strong understanding of the ABPI Code of Practice.
• Experience designing or supporting advisory boards and evidence generation plans.
• Project management experience and ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Training or experience in digital medical engagement or omnichannel medical communications.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships.

Working Model

This role is offered as a hybrid working arrangement, combining remote and office-based work in line with our Performance with Choice ways of working.

What you will gain

You will grow your clinical and medical affairs skills through varied projects and stakeholder engagement. You will influence healthcare focused decisions and help build evidence that supports better care. You will be part of a team that values inclusion, open collaboration and continuous learning.

ViiV Healthcare is a global specialty HIV company, the only company that is 100% focused on researching and delivering new medicines for people living with, and at risk of, HIV. ViiV is highly mission-driven in our unrelenting commitment to leave no person living with HIV behind. We do this by being a trusted partner for all people living with and affected by HIV. Our aim is to think, act, and connect differently through a focus on education on and treatment. We go to extraordinary lengths to deliver the sorts of breakthroughs, both in treatments, care solutions and communities, that really count. We go beyond the boundaries of medicine by taking a holistic approach to HIV through developing and supporting sustainable community programs and improving access to care. We will push through every challenge until HIV/AIDS is eradicated.

ViiV has played a significant part in delivering breakthroughs that have turned HIV into a manageable health condition. We offer the largest portfolio of HIV medicines available anywhere, and we continue our work to cater for the widest possible range of needs in response to the HIV pandemic. We are aware of how much is at stake for those affected by HIV and we show up every day 100% committed to the patients. Our work culture is fast-paced, diverse, inclusive, competitive, and caring. But ViiV isn’t just somewhere to work – it’s a place to belong, an invitation to bring your very best, and a team full of impact-driven team members who are hungry to make a difference.

While we have been improving lives of HIV patients for 30 years, this is an especially exciting time to be at ViiV, as we evaluate novel approaches to treatment and prevention that could further reduce the impact of HIV on individuals and communities. ViiV Healthcare is a company 100% focused on HIV that is majority owned by GSK, a global biopharma organization. As an employee of ViiV, you are part of a team united by a clear mission to leave no person living with HIV behind. Additionally, through our shareholder relationship with GSK, you have access to a range of shared benefits and career development opportunities.

Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 15th February 2026 (COB)

Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the ‘cover letter’ of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application.

During the course of your application, you will be requested to complete voluntary information which will be used in monitoring the effectiveness of our equality and diversity policies. Your information will be treated as confidential and will not be used in any part of the selection process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the application / selection process to enable you to demonstrate your ability to perform the job requirements, please contact 0808 234 4391. This will help us to understand any modifications we may need to make to support you throughout our selection process.