Head of Medical Affairs DACH

About the Company

We are partnering with a global pharmaceutical company to appoint a Head of Medical Affairs DACH, a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and driving medical strategy across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. This is a high-impact position leading the regional Medical Affairs organisation, with Germany as the primary market focus.

About the Role

• Lead and develop the Medical Affairs organisation across the region
• Define and execute the medical strategy in alignment with global and EMEA plans.
• Drive scientific excellence, KOL engagement, and high-quality medical communication.
• Oversee evidence generation activities (Phase IV, RWE, IIS) and support clinical trial recruitment.
• Partner closely with Commercial, Regulatory, and Market Access teams on strategic initiatives and launch readiness.
• Ensure all activities meet EFPIA / AKG and national compliance standards.

Qualifications

• MD Required
• 10+ years in Medical Affairs, including experience as a Senior Medical Affairs Director or similar
• Leadership experience in the DACH region, with strong focus on Germany
• Proven track record leading high-performing medical teams
• Strong understanding of the German healthcare, regulatory, and market landscape
• Business-fluent German + fluent English
• Therapeutic area flexibility, a range of TA backgrounds will be considered