Associate Director, Medical Affairs - UK & Ireland - Rare DiseaseThe Associate Director, Medical Affairs will oversee an existing portfolio of Rare and Ultra Rare treatments in Haematology, and lead the team through the launch of a next generation Haemophilia treatment in 2025.Reporting into the Country Medical Director this key leadership role will be responsible for devising and implementing medical strategy for the therapeutic division and line manage a team of 4 direct reports and 3 second line reports.This is a remote based role with the expectation to be in office four times per month, and when required will attend team meetings, training days, conferences etc.For this role we're seeking an experienced UK Medical Affairs professional with demonstrable leadership skills, direct line management experience and qualified as a Final Signatory.Responsibilities:Lead UK & Ireland Medical Affairs strategy for the Haematology divisionLine manage a team of 1st and 2nd line reports (office and field based)Active member of the Medical & Disease Area Leadership TeamsWork with the Country Medical Director to ensure the continuous improvement of processes and activities across the Medical Affairs groupAttend the relevant conferences as requiredEnsure delivery of high quality medical projectsEffectively manage medical budgetsBuild and maintain relationships with KOLsSupport the medical and cross functional team in launch planningAct as an internal scientific expert for HaematologyReview and approve materials in line with the ABPI Code of PracticeMaintain knowledge of all therapy areas within the business and support the wider medical functionCandidate Requirements:UK registered Physician or PharmacistABPI Final SignatoryExtensive Medical Affairs experience in the UKLine management experience in the pharmaceutical industryDemonstrable leadership skills and strategic thinkerCross functional project experienceConfident presenter and strong communication skillsSalary & Remuneration:A competitive basic salary will be offered to the successful candidate plus a benefits package to include car allowance and annual bonusHome based contractTo apply for this position please use the "Apply" option or feel free to send your CV directly to the Pharma-Partners team via email ******