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Job Description

About Takeda

At Takeda, we are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Certified as a Top Employer for eight consecutive years, we offer fulfilling careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do. As we continue looking ahead, we know that behind our greatest achievements, there is an engaged team of curious learners.

About the role

It is an exciting time to join our NZ business!

We are looking for a Medical Affairs professional to take ownership of the Medical strategy and activities with an initial focus on IBD and Neuroscience.

This is currently planned as a 12-month fixed-term contract based in Auckland. This hybrid (office and in-field based) role will report to the Medical Therapy Area Head in Sydney and closely collaborate with the New Zealand Commercial team to achieve our goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategy Development: Design a strategic medical plan for NZ, leveraging your clinical insights and expertise.
• Tactical Medical Affairs Execution: Lead and execute on key medical activities such KOL engagement planning, Advisory Boards, peer to peer meetings and publications
• Clinical Environment: Map and establish KOL and healthcare networks and relationships and report on clinical insights
• Compliance: Advocate for medical standards, maintain ethical standards, and ensure alignment of promotional activities.
• Collaboration: Contribute medical expertise within the NZ team to inform their decision making and planning
• Travel: Some overnight travel, including weekends is required.

What we’re seeking:

• Experience: At least 5 years in a Medical Affairs role and knowledge of the NZ medicines landscape.
• Collaborative Spirit: Thrive in a hybrid, matrix organization, building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Learning Agility: Adapt to rapidly changing environments and continuously develop new knowledge in evolving therapeutic areas.
• Authentic Leadership: Influence and facilitate complex scientific discussions to drive consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• Strategic Toolset: Employ a structured approach to project management, priorizitation, and proactive problem-solving.
• Qualifications: Doctorate-level or equivalent qualifications in Science, Pharmacy, Medicine, or Healthcare.

What awaits you:

We are committed to creating an exceptional employee experience, and we place your wellbeing at the heart of that.

• Work-life Balance: Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
• Growth and Development: Pursue rewarding career and development opportunities
• Generous Leave: Paid summer holiday leave and additional purchased leave.
• Inclusive Teams: A diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, supported, and celebrated. Your unique attributes enrich our team, reflecting the diversity of our wider community.
• Attractive Salary & Benefits: Competitive remuneration packages and market-leading benefits.

We welcome your application, even if you don’t have all the required experience, and encourage you to email us if we can provide any reasonable accommodations to enable your participation in this recruitment process.

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