Senior Director – External Partnerships, Oncology
GSK
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: London • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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Senior
About the role
- Contribute to the setup and operationalisation of the new Global team, with a structured and effective approach in place for partnerships across Europe.
- Jointly lead prioritisation and planning of high‑impact research centres and collaborative groups aligned to our strategic priorities and data generation needs.
- Act as a trusted, collaborative contact for partners across Europe - leading partnership development, onboarding and relationship management.
- Embed effective ways of working across local and Global teams to deliver aligned plans and outcomes.
- Actively represent GSK with professionalism and expertise at key moments, including leading strategic meetings and events and attending, scientific conferences.
- Maintain a forward-looking, "outside-in" perspective by identifying emerging opportunities, evaluating potential partners, and staying informed on competitor activities – so that GSK remains at the forefront of Oncology advancements.
- Drive project, budget and stakeholder management for partnership initiatives and define and track KPIs and impact metrics.
- Provide progress updates and requests for stakeholders.
Requirements
- Proven expertise in effective external relationship development and management.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain advocacy with recognised External Experts.
- Exceptional stakeholder management – including with leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Evidence of leadership including line management experience.
- Strategic thinking and advanced problem-solving skills.
- Experience working in a matrixed and/or international setting is highly desirable.
- Strong influencing and negotiation skills that drive mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Ability to understand and effectively communicate complex scientific information.
- Strength in managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
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Soft skills
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