Director, Strategic Projects and Organisational Enablement Clinical Development Hematology, R&D

Summary of Group:

TheHematologyResearch and Early Development (R&D) team has the accountability for all drug development activities inhematologyresearch from first in man studies all the way to late-stage trials leading to drug approval by regulatory agencies (Phase 1 2 and 3 trials). The team strives to deliver compelling preclinicalclinicaland translational data packages providing confidence in the dosing strategy tolerabilityprofileand therapeutic efficacy of our candidate drugs to support investment inlate-stageclinical development leading to drug approval.

Summary of Role:

The Director Strategic Projects & Organizational Enablement drives execution of strategic priorities across Clinical Development by leading cross-functional initiatives enhancing operational performance and ensuring alignment with Haematology goals. The role integrates planning performance management and financial oversight while enabling collaboration innovation and effective delivery across global teams.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Coordinatebusiness improvement projects acrossClinical Development ensuring projectsalign withbusiness needs and progress according to established new operationalinitiativesthat improve business performance and continuity in the sophisticated Developmentleaders to drive performance on the deliverables of thefunction in alignment with global Haematology goals

• Work cross-functionally tohighlightopportunities for innovation and operational excellence in support ofClinical Developmentfunction proactively engaging with partners.

• Coordinate priority initiatives and cross-portfolio activities across multiple teams and regionsmaintainingalignment within and beyond sub-departments and encouraging performancecollaborationand accountability.

• Support senior leadership teams by helping with planning defining objectives and reviewing performance. You will ensure that the aims of the Clinical Development function are consistent with the broader Haematology vision and goals.

• Track progress of goals and deliverables;you will report quarterly breakthroughs up to theHaemscorecard.

• Lead communications with KEEs and setting up one-time or long-term contracts with external authorities for consultations

• Coordinate with Global Clinical Heads on External Science Panels/Advisory Boards to receive external authority advice on clinical trial design proposals including coordination with key external authorities contracting content creating meetinglogisticsand takeaways

• Coordinate annual planning cycles and ensure measurable metrics and success criteria are defined for all initiatives. Build andmaintainrelationships across functions to ensure the deliverables align with broader organizational priorities.

• Lead business and financial planning activitiesfor Clinical Developmentin partnership with Finance (-termand medium-term planning) and contribute toHaematology-level planning in collaboration with the Head of Business Planning and Operations for CMO.

• Work with leadership teams to set lead and communicate strategic priorities and goals (activities and budget) in close collaboration with portfolio project and strategy teamsdemonstratingreporting and analytics tools to communicate results.

• Oversee the travel budget and carbon allocation for Clinical Development

• Support preparation for critical internal and external meetings and presentations in partnership with Communications

• Oversee the Clinical Development budget forecasting resource planning in collaboration with Portfolio & Capacity Finance and the Head of Business Planning and Operations for Haematology.

• Support talent development retention and succession planning initiativesincludingsupporting open head count requests and leading the succession planning for the Clinical Development LT.

Required Education and Experience:

• Masters degree in relevant discipline

• 10 years industry experience with3 yearsfocus on project management or operations management

• Solid understanding of pharmaceutical development or biotech

• Consistent track recordof supporting leadership teams or cross-functional teams

• Strong ability to influence across organizational levels and functions

• Demonstrated success in driving critical initiatives and business improvements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present to senior management and external partners

• Consistent record to lead through change and in a fast-paced environment

• Strong attention to detail and quality standards

• Experience supporting organizational change or business transformation initiatives

When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing -person working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $147507 to $221261. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and addition our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles) to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles) and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program 401(k) plan; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and health benefits including medical prescription drug dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.

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