Global Program Director

Application deadline:  
Location: Ballerup 2750, , Denmark 
Contract type: Permanent 
Job ID: 3941 

Are you ready to drive programs that shape the future of healthcare? LEO Pharma is seeking a highly experienced Global Program Director to drive the execution of our most critical projects. In this key role, you will influence the success of our assets by driving cross-functional teams and contributing to program strategies, ensuring alignment with our mission to improve patients' lives.

Join us in creating a future legacy in medical dermatology.

At LEO Pharma, we are global leaders in medical dermatology. We have 115 years' experience in bringing innovation to healthcare. And we are eager to do much more. Each year, close to 100 million people have a better day because of our medicine.

Your Role

As a Global Program Director, you will be at the core of program management for assigned assets, driving their successful execution from strategy to launch. You’ll collaborate across functions, manage complex projects, and ensure that our programs deliver on their timelines, budgets, and goals.

Your key responsibilities will include:

•    Collaborate closely with the Global Program Head and Early Commercial Lead or Global Brand Lead on ensuring a coherent and aligned strategy adding value for patients and LEO Pharma.
•    Driving the Global Program Team forward to develop and execute stage-appropriate, cross-functional plans that align with strategic priorities.
•    Compiling and maintaining the Integrated Product Strategy and Integrated Product Plan in collaboration with the GPT.
•    Preparing for governance interactions, enabling effective decision-making by compiling and presenting key materials.
•    Managing risks and opportunities, driving risk management processes, and integrating them into decision-making and planning.
•    Ensuring monthly updates to project management data in the central portfolio management system.
•    Collaborating with stakeholders to resolve issues, create solutions, and drive alignment across matrixed teams.
•    Developing strong and effective partnerships across internal and external teams to ensure high performance and successful asset development.
•    Monitoring execution progress against plans and holding teams accountable for delivering high-quality outcomes.
•    Proactively fostering a culture of collaboration, quality, and speed to maximize the value of the assigned asset.
•    Play a key role in the implementation of our new project-centric model across the organization.

Your Qualifications

We are looking for an experienced project leader with a deep understanding of pharmaceutical development and exceptional project management skills. You’ll bring:

•    A university degree (B.Sc., M.Sc., Cand. Pharm, MD, or PhD) in a life science discipline.
•    7-10 years of pharmaceutical drug development experience, with expertise in project management, including experience with project management systems and tools.
•    Strong finance acumen, including knowledge of budgeting, tracking, and resourcing.
•    Several years of experience working in complex, cross-functional, and multinational teams.
•    Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to deliver clear, concise presentations and documents.
•    Proven ability to drive execution, push for results, and manage large-scale global programs with quality and precision.
•    Profound understanding of the pharmaceutical value chain, including S&D, supply, and commercialization.
•     Experience with rare diseases is considered an advantage.
•    A self-motivated and resourceful approach, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
•    A global mindset with the ability to lead strategically and collaboratively across teams.

Your New Team

You will report to the VP, Program Management and Development Operations, while working closely with a Global Program Head and an Early Commercial Lead or Global Brand Lead as well as cross-functional team members, including stakeholders from various departments. As part of the high-performing Global Program Team. you’ll collaborate with functional managers and matrix leaders to ensure seamless communication and execution of asset strategies. Success in this role depends on your ability to inspire and enable teamwork across global, remote, and multi-disciplinary teams.

Contact and Application

If you’re ready to make a tangible impact on global healthcare and thrive in a leadership role that empowers innovation, we’d love to hear from you.
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Beyond the skin

Join LEO Pharma, a global leader in medical dermatology, as we go beyond the skin to make a lasting impact.  Our innovative approach sets us apart. We are dedicated to leaving a legacy that positively impacts patients, colleagues, and our planet. 
 
At LEO Pharma, we believe in the power of individuals to drive change. Our flat organizational structure empowers you to make a visible impact and offers versatile roles for professional growth. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, recognizing that our different perspectives, backgrounds, and attitudes enable us to make the best decisions. Join our passionate team at LEO Pharma and be yourself as we work together to make a difference.
 
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