Head of Medical Immunology

Are you a visionary medical affairs leader ready to shape strategy drive scientific excellence evidence generation and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes We are looking for an exceptional Head of Medical Immunology to join our leadership team a role that sits at the heart of our organisation bridging science strategy and commercial ambition.

About the Role

As Head of Medical Immunology you will lead and define our medical strategy ensuring that scientific integrity regulatory compliance and patient-centricity sit at the core of everything we do. Reporting directly to the Medical Director you will provide senior medical leadership across the organisation partnering with Commercial Regulatory and Market Access teams to deliver results that matter.

This is a high-impact cross-functional leadership role for a seasoned medical affairs professional who thrives in a fast-paced science-driven environment.

What You Will Do

Medical Strategy & Leadership

• Define and execute the overarching medical strategy aligning it with broader business and portfolio objectives.
• Represent the Medical function at senior leadership and executive forums bringing a credible scientific voice to strategic decision-making.
• Lead and develop a high-performing Medical team fostering a culture of scientific excellence and continuous development.

Scientific Engagement & KOL Relations

• Build and sustain meaningful ethical relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) external experts and the broader scientific community.
• Champion robust medical communications that translate complex science into clear compelling and compliant messaging.
• Represent the company at scientific congresses advisory boards and industry forums.

Clinical Development & Evidence Generation

• Oversee the design and delivery of clinical development programmes and evidence generation activities to support product strategy.
• Ensure that data and insights are used to drive informed evidence-based decisions across the organisation.
• Partner with Regulatory and Market Access teams to support submissions reimbursement strategies and lifecycle management.

Governance Compliance & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Uphold the highest standards of medical governance ethics and regulatory compliance across all medical activities.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Commercial Regulatory Market Access and other key stakeholders to ensure integrated aligned delivery.
• Act as a trusted partner and deputy to the Medical Director providing leadership continuity and organisational resilience.

Qualifications :

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

• Advanced degree in life sciences medicine or a related field PhD MD or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Extensive medical affairs experience within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Proven senior or global medical leadership experience with a track record of building and inspiring high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical development medical strategy and evidence generation.
• Established network of KOL relationships and a strong record of scientific engagement.
• Deep understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks governing medical affairs.
• Experience working cross-functionally at a senior level ideally with exposure to Commercial Regulatory and Market Access.

Skills & Attributes

• Strategic Thinking ability to see the big picture and translate vision into actionable medical strategy.
• Leadership Excellence inspirational people leader who builds trust drives accountability and develops talent.
• Scientific Credibility commanding presence with the scientific community and internal stakeholders alike.
• Communication & Influence exceptional ability to communicate complex science clearly and persuade diverse audiences.
• Data-Driven Decision Making comfortable using evidence and analytics to guide strategy and prioritisation.
• Adaptability thrives in dynamic ambiguous environments and brings clarity and focus under pressure.
• Ethical Standards unwavering commitment to integrity compliance and doing the right thing for patients.

Additional Information :

Why Join Us

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role where your scientific expertise and strategic thinking will directly shape the future of our Medical function. You will have the platform the team and the executive support to lead with purpose and the chance to make a genuine difference for patients.

• Senior leadership role with direct access to the Medical Director and executive team.
• Broad scope across strategy science clinical development and cross-functional leadership.
• A collaborative values-led culture that puts patients and science at the centre of every decision.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity driving innovation transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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Work :

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Employment Type :

Full-time

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1