Senior Manager, Global Medical Affairs Business Operations Partner

The Senior Manager, Global Medical Affairs Business Operations Partner is responsible for client interaction, the execution and management of the overall implementation of strategic, global, complex initiatives within the Global Medical Affairs organization and designated Therapeutic/Functional Areas.

This role will coordinate and lead activities among numerous Medical Affairs leaders as well as non-Medical Affairs business partners and stakeholders within the company. They will be the Single Points of Contact for their business partners and for the delivery of the key GMA Business Operations Activities: Finance & Accruals, Contracting, HCP/AdBoard engagement, and Performance Management, including strategic and tactical planning.

This role will also need to multitask across many initiatives while delivering on core projects both locally and internationally.

You will be responsible for:

• Responsible for execution, partnership, and strategic collaboration for specific brands or disease/functional areas

• Serve as single point of contact for respective business partners

• Ensure effective and efficient delivery of the key GMA Business Operations Activities within functions:

  • Finance & Accruals,

  • Contracting,

  • HCP/AdBoard engagement, and

  • Performance Management

• Provide business operational leadership for Medical Directors/Therapeutic Area (TA) leads as a key thought partner, including but not limited to the process of developing annual strategic and tactical medical plans!

• Lead the ongoing reporting cadence against Medical Affairs goals and objectives for the TA, coordinating these updates through the use of tools, processes, procedures and calendars to ensure optimal senior management awareness of all current statuses to the most important priorities of the TA

• Key partner in ensuring tactical plans are in alignment with corporate business goals and handled proactively.

• Provide operational leadership of Business Reviews for the TA as needed.

• Effectively communicate with Medical Affairs Leadership and team members on updates to their plans, and to provide insight and direction into management interventions when needed or advised.

• Find opportunities for continuous improvement with both internal processes and how external vendors are used/engaged; execute and operationalize improvements efficiently and effectively.

• Manage multiple projects/initiatives simultaneously, and make sure all deliverables are done within agreed upon timeframes.

• Maintain high level network of contacts within the organization.

• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans.

• Develop Project Management methodology and policies and implement in various locations.

Essential skills/experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• 2 years of related experience, pharmaceutical industry preferred.

• Proven ability to implement projects of strategic importance.

• Experience/ability to work in a matrix cross-functional environment, both onsite and remotely

• Proven ability to manage budget, and internal & external resources.

• Demonstrated success in delivering projects on-time with client satisfaction.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated track record and ability to drive results as an effective a team member and project leader.

• Ability to professionally interact with all levels of the organization.

• Exercises foresight and judgment in making complex decisions. Acts independently with good judgement, when needed.

• Strong business acumen, analysis, problem solving, and leadership skills.

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

• Excellent problem solving, organizational, and negotiating skills.

• Flexibility, the ability to adapt to changing project scope and direction; particularly as projects require strategic thinking and solutions.

• Must demonstrate an energy and enthusiasm which brings a positive approach to all challenges.

• High ethics and integrity standards; ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.

• The duties of this role are generally conducted in an office environment. As is typical of an office-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.

Desisrable skills:

• Relevant advanced degree (e.g., MD, PhD, MBA) or equivalent experience preferred

Joining Alexion means embracing an opportunity where work isn’t ordinary. We are a beacon in the global Biopharmaceutical landscape. Our closeness to patients brings us closer to our work and each other. Combined with our brave, pioneering spirit – we are truly unique in R&D and healthcare. At Alexion, grow and innovate in a business with a rapidly expanding portfolio. Enjoy the entrepreneurial spirit of a leading biotech. You’ll join an energizing culture where people build connections to explore new ideas. As an important member of our commercial team, you'll meet the needs of some of the most under-served patients in the world. You will be empowered with tailored development programs designed not just for skill enhancement but for fostering a deep understanding of our patient's journeys. You’re supported by exceptional leaders ready to lift you in marketing, compliance, and beyond.

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