Posted 05 August, 2026
Medical Affairs Lead
Actalent
City of London, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Medical Affairs Lead - Dermatology
\nAn exciting opportunity for a Medical Affairs professional to lead the medical strategy for an innovative prescription medicines portfolio across the UK & Ireland, with a key focus on a leading biologic therapy in dermatology.
\nAs a member of the leadership team, you will provide strategic medical direction, build strong relationships with external experts, and lead a team of Medical Science Liaisons to deliver high-quality scientific engagement and medical excellence.
\nKey Responsibilities
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- Lead and execute the UK & Ireland medical affairs strategy. \n
- Provide scientific leadership for an innovative biologic and wider prescription portfolio. \n
- Lead, coach and develop a team of MSLs across the UK & Ireland. \n
- Build and maintain relationships with KOLs, centres of excellence and key external stakeholders. \n
- Drive medical education, advisory boards and scientific exchange activities. \n
- Generate meaningful medical insights to support business strategy. \n
- Collaborate with Commercial, Market Access, Regulatory and Global Medical teams. \n
- Ensure all activities are delivered in compliance with ABPI and regulatory requirements. \n
About You
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- Significant Medical Affairs experience within the pharmaceutical industry. \n
- Experience in Dermatology, Immunology, Biologics or Specialty Care. \n
- Proven success leading and developing MSL teams. \n
- Strong understanding of the UK and Ireland healthcare landscape. \n
- Track record of developing and executing affiliate medical strategy. \n
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. \n
- Experience working cross-functionally within a matrix organisation. \n
