Senior Director, Medical Affairs & Clinical DevelopmentBlackfield Associates are exclusively working with a growing Pharmaceutical Company who are seeking their first Medical Affairs/ Clinical Development hire to drive the direction and growth of their medical strategy. This person will play a pivotal role in ensuring the clinical and scientific integrity of several pharmaceutical products in addition to growing and shaping the Medical Affairs function. Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement medical affairs strategies aligned with the company's overall business objectives and therapeutic area priorities.Provide medical leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams, including Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Marketing, and Market Access, to ensure successful product development and commercialization.Lead the development and execution of medical communication plans, including publication strategies, medical education programs, and scientific engagement activities.Serve as a key medical expert and spokesperson for the company, representing medical affairs perspectives internally and externally.Build and maintain collaborative relationships with key opinion leaders, medical societies, and academic institutions to advance scientific understanding and support the successful launch and uptake of our products.Provide medical insights and strategic input to support the evaluation of business development opportunities, including licensing agreements, partnerships, and acquisitions.Stay abreast of developments in medical science, healthcare policy, and regulatory requirements relevant to our therapeutic areas of interest.Requirements:Medical degree required with GMC registration. Experience in medical affairs leadership roles within the pharmaceutical industry.Strong understanding of clinical development, regulatory affairs, and pharmacovigilance processes.Demonstrated track record of successful product launches and lifecycle management strategies.Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.Proven leadership abilities, including the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.Strategic mindset with the ability to think critically and make data-driven decisions.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.Strong ethical and compliance mindset, with a commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.