Head of Immunology East Central Europe

Make your mark for patients

We are seeking a strategic and inspiring Head of Immunology for East Central Europe (ECE) Cluster (covering Czech Republic Poland Slovakia Hungary) to lead our immunology team and deliver exceptional value for patients healthcare professionals and UCB.

The role is based in Warsaw Poland or Prague Czech Republic.

About the role

As the Head of Immunology for ECE Cluster you will lead the immunology strategy and execution taking responsibility for the overall performance of our products and services within the ECE cluster to achieve UCBs business goals.

Your leadership will foster a culture of patient centricity innovation and cross-functional collaboration maximizing value for patients and the business.

Who you will work with

You will lead the cross-functional Immunology Leadership Team of Marketing & Medical (Strategy) Leads and Ecosystem Leads. Youll also integrate other internal functions into a cross-functional team and be an active member of both the ECE Cluster Leadership Team and the EU Head of Immunology community.

What youll do

• Develop and execute tailored strategies to achieve immunology and financial goals for the ECE cluster.
• Build and lead a high-performing cross-functional team ensuring alignment with UCBs Patient Value Strategy.
• Drive the market leader position for key immunology growth drivers and deliver on financial targets.
• Ensure agile resource allocation and initiative deployment based on in-depth ecosystem knowledge.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Marketing Medical Access and other internal teams.
• Adjust strategies to local needs and insights maximizing patient value and developing brand objectives.
• Prepare for best-in-class product launches and drive excellence in execution including digital transformation and omnichannel engagement.
• Uphold the highest standards of ethics compliance and quality in all activities in line with UCBs code of business conduct and industry guidelines.

What Youll Need

• Masters Ph.D. Law (J.D.) or Medical Degree (M.D.); MBA preferred.
• Fluent in English with Polish or Czech at a highly proficient level.
• 10 years of healthcare-related sales marketing market access and/or medical experience. Plus 5 years experience leading multidisciplinary and/or matrixed teams (preferably as Business Unit Head or similar). Launch experience and in Immunology.
• In-depth knowledge of the healthcare system and environment.
• Proven cross-functional leadership and strong business scientific financial and compliance acumen.
• Experience in project management suppliers management and budget management.
• Understanding of pricing and reimbursement strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

Are you ready to go beyond to create value and make your mark for patients If this sounds like you then we would love to hear from you!

About us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9.000 people in all four corners of the globe inspired by patients and driven by science.

Why work with us
At UCB we dont just complete tasks we create value. We arent afraid to push forward collaborate and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring supportive culture where everyone feels included respected and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We go beyond to create value for our patients and always with a human focus whether thats on our patients our employees or our planet. Working for us you will discover a place where you can grow and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.

At UCB weve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.

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