Medical Director Country

Job Description:About Ferring:As a pharmaceutical company specializing in Reproductive Medicine and Maternal Health, Gastroenterology, and Urology/Oncology, Ferring Pharmaceuticals has been dedicated for 75 years to the research and development of innovative therapeutic solutions that improve patients’ quality of life and help people start a family.Through one of the four pillars of its growth agenda titled “People & Culture,” Ferring Pharmaceuticals’ strategy is to empower and encourage its employees to give their best by building on their strengths, which are a source of engagement and personal development.Ferring is also a leading player in Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility through initiatives aimed at promoting, in particular, employment for people with disabilities, waste recycling, reducing its carbon footprint, and optimizing energy consumption.Because upholding human values is a given, we are proud to have created the “Ferring+You” concept, which promotes teamwork, the sharing of ideas, and individual development.As part of the France/Belgium Cluster, which has approximately 100 employees and reported revenue of around 100 million euros in 2025, we are committed to enhancing the quality of services and information in our therapeutic areas.Ferring+You:Reporting to the General Manager of the cluster, the Medical Director for France and Belgium will define the medical strategy, lead and execute Medical Affairs activities in the market, ensuring scientific leadership, local data generation and external stakeholder engagement aligned to company and patient needs.Your responsibilities at Ferring:Leadership of Medical Affairs team & strategyManage medical team: Manage Medical Advisors, Medical Information and field/office-based team members, Recruit & onboard, develop and grow team members, Define roles and responsibilities according to the needs, Define clear and measurable objectives for the teamDefine medical strategy in line with company ambition and cluster scorecard / prioritiesIn collaboration with cluster cross-functional teams, create and implement strategic and operational plans in line with Ferring’s strategy, enabling cluster/country achievement of the Medical Affairs cluster targetsEnsure successful execution of the Medical Affairs strategy and plan in line and consultation with the responsible cross-functional teamsMedical/scientific Input, oversight & execution of data generation activitiesAssess, design, and lead all medical activities including research programs, clinical trials, RWE programs, data mining projects, and all data generation activitiesOversee and ensure excellence in local execution, timely, legally compliant, high-quality performanceDevelop relevant data generation activities to support the clusterIn collaboration with cross-functional colleagues, represent the cluster external medical/scientific leader and be the face of Ferring with authorities, patient organisations and external opinion leadersInteracts with external scientific and clinical experts (KOLs) in relation to cluster/country, regional and global activitiesInternal collaboration Represent the cluster internally and provide field insights at the Global / regional Medical Affairs levels where requiredResponsible for Medical information management and related PV inquiriesLead Medical operations in the clusterOversee execution by local medical team and provide hands on, direct support in execution of: Medical education, grants, publication, national, regional events, trainings, webinars etc, ad-boards, KOL mapping and engagements, Review of promotional and relevant non-promotional materials and activities in the appropriate systems/tools and in compliance with SOPs, rules and regulationsKeep up to date, monitor and report on scientific developments and competitor activity in therapeutic areas relevant to Ferring’s interests and strategy – update relevant colleaguesCompliance with GCP, SOP’s, guidelines and regulatory requirements within the countryOverall responsible for resource allocation and budget control for the Medical Affairs Department, and corrective measures as necessaryResponsible for scientific training for internal stakeholdersProvide clinical expert opinions and training on products and therapies for internal and external customersContributes to scientific and medical assessment of external business development opportunitiesKey deliverables of the role:Country Medical Affairs PlanNational KOL/Advisory strategy and engagement plansLocal evidence generation & publicationsLaunch readiness contributionsReimbursement of medical inputLocal education initiatives (internal and external)Tactical execution of engagementsLocal scientific contentExternal opportunities, scientific & medical assessmentBudget responsibilityBehind our innovation…there’s youExperience / Qualifications:Medical DoctorIdeally Business degree (MBA)Minimum 10 years’ experience in Pharmaceutical Industry or biotechnology companiesMust have significant experience in Medical Affairs, including design and oversight of clinical studiesAt least 5 years of management or leadership experienceCurrent working knowledge of legal, regulatory, and compliance regulations and guidelines relevant to industry interactions with health-care professionalsComprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and clinical operationsPreferably experience of Fertility therapy area and Gastroenterology and/or urologyExperience with established products (mature portfolio)Experience working closely with commercial teamsHands-on approach, the Medical Director should be able to navigate from the strategy to the daily operationsExcellent use of Microsoft Office (customer relationship management software, software for compliance with the law on benefits and transparency of relationships, and for medical information)Fully fluent working knowledge of English, both written and spokenSkills and technical competencies:Strategic thinking, ability to develop a vision and transform it into an impactful planScientific/medical expertise: (including product, disease, competitive landscape, trials, regulatory, patient safety and medical information and publications) Deep understanding of the therapy area and key data, to develop and implement Ferring’s strategy within the scope of the role.Data communication & presentation: Experience and know-how to consider data across the broad spectrum, set a strategy for communication and select the most appropriate information and presentation format/speakers for different audiences. Highly proficient in summarizing key data sets.Data generation: Has experience of different types of clinical trials design and execution (if applicable). Has the ability to choose the most appropriate type of study, considering the needs of patients and investigators.