VP, International Medical Affairs
About this opportunity
Build our future together:
At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking a Vice President to lead our International Medical Affairs organization.
The Vice President, International Medical Affairs, leads a multi-functional international (ex-US) Medical Affairs organization for the full Regeneron portfolio across every therapeutic area. This role is accountable for international medical strategy, medical operations, and medical communications and medical information, and for the Country and Regional Medical Directors and their teams across all markets. The role combines steady-state management of mature markets with a start-up mindset in newly established and evolving offices.
This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.
When & where:
Work Location: Munich, Dublin, Madrid or Paris
Hybrid Work Schedule
50% international travel required
Discover your role:
The Vice President is responsible for the development of a large, geographically dispersed organization that includes Country and Regional Medical Directors, Medical Science Liaisons, and the operations and communications teams. The role covers established affiliate markets in Europe (e.g., Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, and Spain), Canada, and Japan, and extends to additional and emerging markets served directly or through regional hubs, distributors, and alliance partners. The VP will work closely with the Global Therapeutic Area Franchise Heads and Global Medical Leads to translate global strategy for international markets. This role will report to the SVP, Global Medical Affairs.
Represent Regeneron across all international (ex-US) markets for Medical Affairs, spanning the full portfolio from pre-launch through launch, lifecycle management, and in-market support
Lead the international Medical Affairs organization across medical strategy, operations, and medical communications and medical information, including direct leadership of the Country and Regional Medical Directors
Develop and execute international medical strategies aligned to each Global Therapeutic Area Franchise strategy and adapted to local market needs, partnering with Global Franchise Heads and Global Medical Leads to ensure effective localization
Own international Medical Affairs operations, including planning, resourcing, budget, processes, systems, vendor management, and compliance, to enable consistent and efficient execution across regions
Own international medical communications and medical information, ensuring scientific content, publications, congress activity, and medical information responses are accurate, compliant, and aligned to global standards while adapted for local audiences
Operate within the global Medical Affairs operating model, standards, systems, and governance set by the VP, Medical Affairs Strategy & Operations, applying and adapting them in international markets and owning in-market operational execution
Partner with International Commercial, Market Access, Regulatory Affairs, and other senior international leaders to support the portfolio across pre-launch, launch, and lifecycle management
Contribute to global strategy and gather medical insights from international markets that shape global and local medical plans
Support clinical development programs and identify medical centers of excellence to help accelerate the pipeline
Establish and monitor KPIs for international medical performance and operational excellence, and advocate for adequate resources
Engage external medical experts and medical societies to advance scientific and medical understanding, and represent Regeneron at professional and medical meetings
Ensure appropriate training, expertise, and local stakeholder engagement across direct and indirect markets
Ensure full compliance with corporate standards and applicable government and industry regulations across all international markets
Recruit, develop, and retain talent, and foster a strong, collaborative culture across a geographically dispersed team
This role requires:
Medical degree (MD or equivalent) required; board certification desirable; valid medical license as applicable
18+ years of progressive industry or relevant experience, including 12+ years of therapeutic-area experience in biotech or pharma, with breadth across multiple therapeutic areas preferred
Significant Medical Affairs pre-launch and launch experience in major international markets (e.g., Europe, Japan, Canada)
Thorough understanding of the international (ex-US) healthcare environment across major markets
Strong background in drug development and lifecycle management across multiple therapeutic areas
Proven people leadership across large, geographically dispersed teams, including medical directors and MSLs, with a track record of developing talent and making sound talent decisions
Strategic leadership and business acumen, with the ability to align international activities with global strategy while accounting for the nuances of individual markets
Experience working in matrix, cross-functional, and alliance relationships, with the ability to build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
Strong interpersonal skills, including motivational, negotiation, listening, judgment, analytic, and conflict-management skills
Excellent presentation and communication skills, with fluency in English
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment with a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach, and to operate with a start-up mindset in new and evolving markets
Preferred experience leading or overseeing medical operations, medical communications, and/or medical information
Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time, including internationally
Salary Range (annually)
€285,000.00 - €385,000.00
The salary range listed applies to all posted locations.
Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.
Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/ . For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process. If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter.
Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.
As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.
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