Senior Manager / Associate Director, Portfolio Strategy

Job Title: Senior Manager / Associate Director, Portfolio Strategy (dependent on experience)
Location: UK (Hybrid twice a week on site in London)

About the Role

As ADVANZ PHARMA continues to strengthen its position as the partner of choice for specialty, hospital, and rare disease medicines, we have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Director Portfolio Strategy.

In this role, you will evaluate new product pipeline opportunities and existing products, leading the development of robust forecast models, market landscape analyses and commercial strategy assessments. You will work cross-functionally with internal teams, including Medical, Market Access, Regulatory, and Commercial, to enable informed decision-making across Advanz’s portfolio. This role offers exposure to licensing, M&A, and commercial strategy projects, allowing for broad experience within a growing pharma business operating across multiple product types and therapy areas.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct primary and secondary market research by leveraging the company’s extensive internal resources and, when necessary, planning, scoping, and coordinating third-party vendor engagements.
• Build top-down and bottom-up models across biosimilars, generics and new molecular entities across multiple therapy areas, for key markets in Europe and Canada (and occasionally Australia).
• Develop detailed market landscape reports and executive-ready PowerPoint presentations with competitor analyses and forecast assumptions.
• Evaluate projects through the lens of Advanz’s commercial capabilities and identify adjacent growth opportunities.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management during portfolio assessment and deal-making stages, present to senior executives externally.
• Mentor and provide oversight to junior team members, ensuring quality and adherence to market research standards.
• Act as a strategic partner to Corporate Development and other business functions to support the company’s growth strategy.
• Drive the spirit of “One Team” through collaborative, respectful, and open communication across the organisation.

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is passionate about making a meaningful difference to patients’ lives. You will thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and bring strong analytical and consulting skills to the role.

Qualifications:

• Graduate in Pharmacy, Medical, or Science-related field, or equivalent experience in valuation of pharmaceutical products.
• Postgraduate qualification or MBA (Economics, Marketing) is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• European experience in pharmaceutical forecasting, consulting or commercial strategy.
• Expertise in primary and secondary market research and building top-down and bottom-up forecasts.
• Strong experience delivering executive-ready presentations and actionable insights.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint (incl. ThinkCell), and pharma databases (e.g., IQVIA).
• Broad therapy area knowledge with the ability to swiftly engage with new products and indications.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; able to influence senior stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player who contributes to a positive, inclusive work culture.
• Strong commercial mindset with a bias for action and learning agility.

Why ADVANZ PHARMA?

At ADVANZ PHARMA, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset.

That’s why we are committed to creating an environment where every individual can thrive, contribute, and grow. Here’s what makes ADVANZ PHARMA an exceptional place to build your career:

A Culture of Empowerment and Belonging:

We foster a workplace rooted in continuous learning, inclusivity, and collaboration. Every voice matters, and we strive to ensure our employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference.

Flexibility and Support for Your Wellbeing:

Our agile and flexible working arrangements, paired with a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, are designed to support your health, career aspirations, and work-life balance.

Recognition That Inspires:

Through our Rewards and Recognition program, we celebrate the extraordinary contributions of our team members. From outstanding achievements to day-to-day excellence, we make appreciation a cornerstone of our culture.

Global Benefits:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive global benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Our benefits include competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, opportunities for career development, and a strong focus on work-life balance:

• Global recognition program
• Employee Assistance program
• Birthday leave
• Two days Volunteer leave
• Four weeks working from anywhere
• Compassionate leave

• Long Service Award

But don’t just take our word for it: 89% of employees in our Q1 2024 engagement survey would recommend ADVANZ PHARMA as a great place to work.

Apply now, and be part of a team where your growth drives our success!*

*Please include a CV and Cover letter.