KSA Medical Excellence & Operation Head at AstraZeneca

Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Affairs, Compliance, Governance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Data Privacy, Digital Engagement, SOP Development, Analytical Problem Solving, Change Management, Training Design, Quality Assurance, Ethical Interactions, Medical Quality, Leadership, Communication

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

KSA Medical Excellence & Operation Head ABOUT ASTRAZENECA AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. Join a high-performing team, empowered to cut through the noise and drive real change. Our agility and pace, coupled with scientific focus, powers us to spot opportunities in the market that keep us moving forward and into new spaces. SITE DESCRIPTION AstraZeneca is experiencing a significant transformation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, driven by a commitment to advancing healthcare, innovation, and sustainable growth. Building on our global legacy, AZ KSA is rapidly evolving its operations to better serve patients, collaborate with healthcare stakeholders, and contribute to the ambitious goals outlined in the Saudi Vision 2030. We are investing in talent, digital solutions, and new ways of working; all designed to enhance our impact on patient outcomes and reinforce our leadership in therapeutic areas. This dynamic environment calls for visionary, agile professionals who thrive in change and are motivated to help shape the future of healthcare in KSA. ROLE SUMMARY Lead the governance framework for ethical interactions and medical quality across the KSA, ensuring compliant, patient‑centric, and high‑impact medical and promotional activities. Serve as the Nominated Signatory lead with power of attorney for HCP/HCO agreements, overseeing end‑to‑end risk management Build and own a core capability plan to support the skills required to expand medical affairs leadership. Responsible on Optimizing Medical Team Effectiveness & Efficiency through establishing & closely monitoring both quantitative KPIs metrics & qualitative measurements throughout Coaching, Insights Analysis, KEEs engagement Plan & medical affairs lists periodic review. What you’ll do Ethical Interactions Governance: Own and maintain local Ethical Interactions (EI) SOPs; translate global Code of Conduct into robust local procedures covering patient interactions, digital communications, diagnostics, patient affordability, and external funding. Nominated Signatory Leadership: Lead a team of risk assurance managers/signatories; review and approve materials and activities to meet ABAC, data privacy, local regulatory, and company standards; sign HCP/HCO agreements on behalf of the business. External Funding Oversight: Chair the Ethical Interactions Committee; assess, approve, and monitor external funding and third‑party engagements, ensuring transparency, fairness, and appropriate documentation. Risk and Assurance: Conduct first-line monitoring and quality checks; partner with Compliance and Assurance to execute risk assessments, define CAPAs, and track remediation to closure with evidence and sustainability plans. Medical Quality and Standards: Guide medical and marketing collaboration to ensure scientific accuracy, fair balance, and adherence to codes and SOPs across congresses, advisory boards, digital engagement, and field medical activities. Digital Compliance: Govern compliant HCP digital engagement platforms and content, ensuring consent, privacy-by-design, and appropriate content governance across channels. Process Improvement: Drive simplification and continuous improvement of governance processes, templates, and systems; embed controls proportionate to risk while enabling business agility. Cross-Functional Partnership: Advise cross‑functional teams on ethical and governance considerations for complex initiatives, mega events, and interactions with government officials. Medical Excellence: Purpose Elevate Medical Affairs capability across the KSA by defining competency standards, driving robust onboarding and continuous development for Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) and Medical Advisors, and owning certification and quality assurance to improve scientific engagement, evidence generation readiness, and cross-functional impact. Liaise with the Global & International Medical Excellence Team in connection to excellence programs, localize relevant initiatives to KSA market as aligned with local strategy and compliance, and seek out opportunities for cross-market collaboration. Owner of certification process of MSLs/medical advisors. Improve scientific engagement quality, call planning, narratives, objection handling, compliant interactions, and insight capture/translation. Equip medical managers with coaching requirements as per AZ standards. Essential for the role AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Essential Capabilities: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or related life sciences field required. Experience: 7+ years in Medical Affairs/Compliance/Governance within pharma, including direct Nominated Signatory or equivalent approval authority; regional KSA experience preferred. Expertise: Strong knowledge of ABAC, data privacy, EI codes, GxP fundamentals, and local KSA regulatory frameworks; audit and CAPA lifecycle management; digital engagement governance. Risk assessment, SOP authorship, stakeholder management, training design/delivery, analytical problem solving, change management, and clear written/oral communication in English Certifications (Preferred ): GCP/GVP quality, compliance auditing, data privacy, or ABAC training. Medical Excellence manager Experience Why AstraZeneca? At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare. So, what’s next? Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you. Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours. Where can I find out more? Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn Follow AstraZeneca on Facebook Follow AstraZeneca on Instagram Date Posted 28-Dec-2025 Closing Date 04-Jan-2026 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.

Responsibilities

Lead the governance framework for ethical interactions and medical quality across KSA, ensuring compliant and patient-centric medical activities. Optimize Medical Team effectiveness through monitoring KPIs and coaching.