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The Head of Medical Affairs, International Markets, serves as the strategic and scientific leader across International Markets, guiding medical vision, execution, and excellence to ensure that every decision reflects Genmab’s commitment to patients, science, and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Regional Medical Strategy & Leadership

• Define and execute the International Markets Medical Affairs strategy in alignment with global objectives to support product launches and commercialization.

• Translate Genmab’s global scientific and brand strategies into regionally relevant medical priorities and deliverables.

• Drive thought leadership and data‑driven decision‑making across anchor International Markets.

• Partner with global, regional, and country teams to ensure cohesive, insight‑driven medical execution.

• Serve as the primary medical voice on the International Markets Leadership Team, contributing to strategic and operational direction.

Evidence Generation & Scientific Leadership

• Design and oversee regional evidence generation programs, including real‑world evidence, registries, and investigator‑sponsored studies.

• Guide publication strategy, ensuring scientific accuracy, transparency, and alignment with company priorities.

• Lead regional input into global development programs, ensuring patient and physician needs are represented.

• Establish scientific communication standards and ensure consistency across markets.

• Maintain oversight of data analytics, HEOR collaborations, and regional insights to inform pipeline decisions.

• Proactively identify, evaluate, and leverage emerging technologies to enhance strategic decision‑making across international markets.

External Engagement & Thought Leadership

• Build and sustain relationships with key opinion leaders, patient advocacy groups, scientific societies, and healthcare organizations.

• Represent Genmab at key medical congresses, symposia, and external scientific forums.

• Partner with patient advocacy and policy organizations to strengthen Genmab’s presence as a trusted scientific collaborator.

• Champion a unified customer experience, ensuring the collection and integration of external insights to refine global strategy.

Cross‑Functional and Regional Collaboration

• Partner with marketing, market access, regulatory affairs, clinical trial operations, pharmacovigilance, communications, and corporate affairs to ensure scientific integrity.

• Serve as a medical advisor to cross‑functional teams and regional governance boards.

• Strengthen communication between International Markets and global functions to ensure two‑way strategic alignment.

People & Organizational Development

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse, high‑performing medical affairs team across multiple geographies.

• Build medical capabilities in scientific communication, evidence generation, compliance, and leadership.

• Ensure succession planning, talent development, and continuous professional growth.

• Foster a culture of inclusion, integrity, and accountability consistent with Genmab’s values.

• Serve as a role model for ethical leadership and scientific excellence.

Governance, Compliance & Quality

• Ensure all regional medical activities comply with local laws, industry codes, and Genmab standards.

• Oversee audit readiness, inspection preparedness, and continuous improvement of medical processes.

• Partner with global and affiliate compliance to ensure rigorous oversight and transparency.

• Maintain the highest ethical and scientific standards in all external interactions and internal decisions.

Requirements

• MD, PharmD, or PhD in Life Sciences; advanced medical/scientific training strongly preferred.

• ≥12 years of pharmaceutical or biotech experience, including ≥8 years in a regional or global Medical Affairs leadership role.

• Deep understanding of oncology or hematology preferred.

• Knowledge of the global and country‑specific life sciences industry, regulations, and customer experiences.

• Proven success in developing and executing regional medical strategies in matrixed environments.

• Demonstrated ability to build and lead diverse, high‑performing medical teams across multiple countries.

• Knowledge of EU specific regulations, culture, and business practice.

• Strong expertise in evidence generation, scientific exchange, and compliance.

• Fluency in English required; additional European languages advantageous.

Key Attributes

• Scientifically grounded, forward‑thinking leader shaping Genmab’s medical vision across International Markets.

• Collaborate closely across functions to succeed in diverse markets.

• Ability to build an innovative capability that can operate in a complex, cross‑functional and global environment.

• Empower teams through authenticity, empathy, and clear direction.

• Culture of agility and innovation; thrive in uncertainty and navigate the complexities of the oncology market.

• Skilled communicator and cross‑functional influencer.

• Pragmatic, data‑driven, and focused on impact.

• Embodies Genmab’s core values: Innovation, Determination, Teamwork, and Integrity.

Success Measures

• Successful execution of Medical Affairs strategy and business priorities.

• Strength of medical‑scientific engagement across the region.

• Effective regional collaboration with global and affiliate functions.

• Impact and quality of evidence generation and publications.

• Team engagement, retention, and development metrics.

• Compliance excellence and external reputation of Genmab’s medical organization.

Work Environment

Genmab embraces a hybrid work model that balances flexibility with collaboration. Team members are generally expected to be on‑site approximately 60% of the time in their local market office, depending on the role and location.

For US based candidates, the proposed salary band for this position is:

$253,440.00—$380,160.00

Benefits for eligible employees include:

• 401(k) Plan: 100% match on the first 6% of contributions

• Health Benefits: Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance

• Voluntary Plans: Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance

• Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave

• Support Resources: Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well‑being support

• Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses

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