Global Program Lead

Application deadline: 20-APRIL-2025 
Location: Ballerup 2750, , Denmark 
Contract type: Permanent 
Job ID: 3136 

Are you a highly skilled professional with a passion for leading global programs and driving success? LEO Pharma is seeking a talented Global Program Lead to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead cross-functional teams, develop and execute global strategies, and ensure the successful delivery of programs within budget and timelines. If you have a strong background in Project leadership, strategic planning, and a commitment to delivering better solutions to patients, this is the opportunity for you to make a significant impact in the pharmaceutical industry!

At LEO Pharma, our mission to go beyond the conventional. We're on an ambitious path to become the leaders in medical dermatology worldwide. If you're ready to make a difference, this role is your gateway to a world of opportunities!

Your role
As the Global Program Lead, your objective will be to lead the Global Asset Team (GAT) in developing program strategies, building and maintaining a high-performing team, and executing the agreed development plan within budget and timelines. You will be responsible for developing and executing the strategic and tactical plan for the asset and needs to ensure optimal timing to launch, a label reflecting the agreed TPP and that the projects stay within the budget frame,
 
Your main tasks will be to:

•    Develop a phase-appropriate, cross-functional program plan with the Global Asset Team (GAT), including alternate scenarios and budget requirements.
•    Set the program vision and develop effective cross-functional strategies and plans to achieve the program goals.
•    Lead the GAT to develop and refine the integrated development plan for the program and execute the governance-approved strategy.
•    Maximize the value of the program by managing quality, costs/resources, time, opportunity, and risks.
•    Ensure that the development program considers the competitive situation and the newest scientific knowledge of the target, the disease and indication, as well as the patient need.Participate in strategy discussions on asset indications i.e. rare disease and business relevant indications
•    Utilize cross-functional drug development knowledge and experience to identify project and portfolio risks, challenge functional experts, and drive risk management processes in the GAT
•    Challenge teams to think about strategic options from a cross-functional, enterprise lens.  Ability to understand complex topics and bring insights into a cohesive strategy
•    Handle communication to internal and external stakeholders, achieving alignment in a matrix organization.
•    Monitor and ensure effective communication between key stakeholders, including functions, major geographies, and governance bodies.

Your qualifications 

To succeed in this role, we imagine that you have the following qualifications:
•    University degree (B.Sc., M.Sc., Cand. Pharm, MD or PhD) in a life science discipline with at least 7-10 years´ pharmaceutical drug development experience.
•    Excellent stakeholder skills and extensive experience in Project Management of early to late-stage assets
•    Strong team leader with proven leadership skills and ability to motivate and develop team members to achieve optimal performance 
•    Profound understanding of the pharmaceutical value chain, understanding functional roles and responsibilities in Development, supply, and commercialization of medicinal products.
•    Strong communication skill of strategies and plans 
•    Ability to understand and summarize scientific data and to present data and information in an impactful and concise way.

Your new team

You will have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals from diverse line function areas, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. As the team leader of the Global Asset Team (GAT), you will have the chance to build and maintain a high-performing team, providing guidance and support to team members. Together, you will develop and execute global strategies, ensuring the successful delivery of programs within budget and timelines. Join our team and be a part of a supportive and dynamic environment where your expertise and leadership will make a lasting impact on the lives of patients worldwide.

Contact and application
At LEO Pharma, we believe in the power of teamwork and the potential of every individual. Join us and be part of a company that is making a real difference in the world of pharmaceuticals. Apply today and seize this opportunity to build new areas in a land full of possibilities. 
 

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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