Country Medical Lead

Develop and implement the Country Medical Affairs Plan, aligned with global and regional strategies. Drive short- and long-term medical strategy to support product lifecycle, including pre-launch, launch, and post-marketing phases. Manage the country medical budget and contribute to business planning activities. Represent Medical Affairs on the Country Leadership Team and in cross-functional strategic forums. Lead, mentor, and develop direct report(s) to build strong scientific capabilities. Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, scientific excellence, and cross-functional collaboration. Identify talent development opportunities and ensure succession planning. Medical Doctor (M.D. ), PhD, or equivalent advanced scientific qualification. Minimum of 15 years of industry experience, including significant leadership in Medical Affairs or related functions. Proven track record of people leadership and team development. Strong experience in rare diseases and/or biotechnology preferred. Deep understanding of the Portuguese regulatory and healthcare landscape. Fluent in English; proficiency in Portuguese highly desirable. Ability to navigate complex matrix organizations and lead cross-functional initiatives. Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills. Comfortable operating with autonomy and agility in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Build and maintain strong peer-to-peer relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), clinical investigators, and medical societies. Provide input into local and regional clinical development strategies. Facilitate Phase IV and real-world evidence (RWE) studies, including registries and investigator-initiated studies (IIS). Ensure medical guidance on study feasibility, timelines, and alignment with global programs. Ensure full compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and local regulatory requirements. Champion medical governance and uphold ethical conduct in all activities.