Director Medical Affairs

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Title: Director Medical Affairs Company: Ipsen Mexico S de RL de CV About Ipsen: Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation. Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society! For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram. Job Description: Director Medical Affairs – Mexico Location: Mexico Reporting to: General Manager The opportunity We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director Medical Affairs to lead our Medical function in Mexico. As a member of the Country Leadership Team, you will define and execute the local Medical strategy aligned with global priorities, ensuring scientific excellence, patient-centricity, and full compliance with local regulatory requirements. This is a high-impact leadership role with accountability for Medical strategy, clinical activities, stakeholder engagement, and team development across the affiliate. Key responsibilities Strategic leadership Define and deliver the country Medical Affairs strategy aligned to global frameworks and local priorities Contribute to overall country strategy as a member of the Leadership Team Oversee Medical budget, resource allocation, and performance delivery Ensure effective life-cycle management and benefit–risk oversight across the portfolio Medical governance & excellence Provide expert scientific leadership to internal and external stakeholders Ensure compliance with all local regulations, SOPs, and ethical standards Oversee medical information, education, publications, and safety activities Clinical and data generation Lead local clinical strategy, including Phase IV, non-interventional and investigator-initiated studies Drive real-world evidence (RWE) initiatives aligned with global priorities Ensure high-quality, compliant execution of all clinical activities Leadership & team development Lead and develop a multidisciplinary Medical Affairs team (Medical Advisors, MSLs, Medical Information) Continue to build on a high-performance, collaborative and patient-focused culture External engagement Act as a trusted partner to key opinion leaders, institutions, and regulatory bodies Represent the organisation within the local medical and scientific community Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure strong execution across the affiliate Candidate profile Education & qualifications Medical degree or advanced life sciences qualification essential Postgraduate qualification in pharmaceutical medicine desirable Experience Significant pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience (typically 10+ years) Strong Medical Affairs leadership experience, including clinical study design and oversight Proven people leadership experience (5+ years) Experience operating within a country leadership or cross-functional environment Exposure to product launches or market access environments (desirable) Capabilities Strong scientific expertise and data interpretation skills Strategic thinking and business acumen Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing capability Ability to operate effectively in a cross-functional, matrix environment We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application.