Director Medical Affairs

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

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