Medical Director, Global Safety & Risk Strategy

Glaxosmithkline Consumer Healthcare SA; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a safety expert to lead pharmacovigilance and risk management initiatives. This role will oversee the safety evaluation of products, engage in global regulatory submissions, and collaborate across teams to address safety issues. The ideal candidate holds a medical degree with extensive experience in drug safety and risk management. This hybrid position is based in the UK, offering opportunities for professional growth while impacting patient safety.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Advanced experience in the Pharmaceutical or Biotech industry working in Pharmacovigilance.
• Significant pharmacovigilance experience related to Safety Evaluation and Risk Management.
• Knowledge of international pharmacovigilance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Leads Pharmacovigilance and Risk Management Planning.
• Leads safety component of global regulatory submissions.
• Facilitates safety governance and ensures risk-reduction strategies.

Skills

Pharmacovigilance

Clinical data synthesis

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Medical degree

Tools

Safety databases

Safety systems configuration

Job description

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a safety expert to lead pharmacovigilance and risk management initiatives. This role will oversee the safety evaluation of products, engage in global regulatory submissions, and collaborate across teams to address safety issues. The ideal candidate holds a medical degree with extensive experience in drug safety and risk management. This hybrid position is based in the UK, offering opportunities for professional growth while impacting patient safety.