Senior Medical Advisor
Do you have a passion for neuroscience and a drive to advance scientific leadership? We are seeking a Senior Medical Advisor to play a pivotal role in strengthening scientific exchange, deepening medical insight and building trusted partnerships with Key External Experts across the affiliate.
This is an opportunity to combine deep scientific expertise with real business impact - while advancing brain health and transforming lives.
Your new role
As Senior Medical Advisor, you will be a key member of the UK and IE Medical team, reporting to the Medical Manager with a dotted line to the Head of Medical You will act as a trusted scientific expert internally and externally, building strong relationships with Key External Experts (KEEs) and Other Relevant Decision Makers (ORDMs), while providing high-quality medical insight to cross-functional teams.
In this role you will get the opportunity to contribute to medical strategy, deliver education and training, and act as a Final Medical Signatory. This role offers a unique balance of strategic input, stakeholder engagement and governance responsibility - giving you broad visibility and influence across the organization.
The position is remote based in the UK, with regular attendance at our Watford office and national and international travel as required.
Your future team
You will join a collaborative and agile UK and IE Medical team that works closely with Commercial, Market Access and Global colleagues. We value open dialogue, scientific curiosity and mutual respect.
Our culture reflects Lundbeck’s core behaviors: we are Curious, Adaptable and Accountable. We challenge each other constructively, share knowledge actively and celebrate progress together. You can expect a leadership style that encourages autonomy, values your expertise and supports your professional growth.
Though we work flexibly and remotely, we prioritize connection, both through in-person meetings and meaningful cross-functional collaboration.
What you bring to the team
You are a scientifically rigorous and confident medical professional who thrives in a dynamic environment. You combine credibility with influence and are comfortable navigating both strategic discussions and detailed compliance reviews.
You likely bring:
1. An MD or MPharm qualification
2. ABPI UK Final Signatory status is essential for this role
3. At least 5 years’ experience in the UK pharmaceutical industry, including Medical Affairs experience
4. Strong knowledge of the ABPI /IPHA and EFPIA Code of Practice and the UK/IE healthcare environment
5. Field medical experience and proven stakeholder engagement with KEEs/ORDMs
As a person, you demonstrate high emotional intelligence, strong communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels. You are comfortable managing multiple priorities, enjoy cross-functional collaboration and embody curiosity, adaptability and accountability in your daily work. Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally is essential.
Our promise to you
Lundbeck offers an inspiring workplace and innovative culture, where our curiosity, accountability and adaptability enable us to transform lives. We want to go faster and further on addressing the big unmet needs of people living with brain disorders. We offer rewarding careers with a mix of exciting tasks and development opportunities that are balanced with initiatives focused on your well-being.
We need every brain in the game, and at Lundbeck, we are committed to building a workforce that is as diverse as the people we serve. Read more about our commitment at
Why work for us?
At Lundbeck, you’ll join a purpose‑driven organization where people and patients truly matter. We offer flexible working practices that empower you to balance life and work in a way that brings out your best, along with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing. You’ll be part of a supportive, high‑performing team that collaborates, cares for one another, and is passionate about making a positive impact. If you’re looking for a place where you can feel valued and do meaningful work alongside great colleagues, then Lundbeck is the place for you.
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