Chief Medical Director

* Drives Country Medical Affairs strategy for the heme therapeutic area* Manage and develop direct reports (MSLs)* Demonstrate consistent ethical and professional behaviour, with uncompromising commitment to patients* Ensure all medical involvement and activities within the heme therapeutic area are executed in full compliance with Vertex policies, local laws and regulations and codes of practice.* Build reputation and visibility of Vertex at the country level for the heme therapeutic area by providing fair and balanced medical information, communication and education to various stakeholders, supporting research and relevant data generation with the ultimate goal of supporting the safe and effective use of Vertex’ medicines in the appropriate patients* Work closely with a cross-functional group that includes Commercial, Market Access, Global, International Medical Affairs organizations, Patient Engagement, Governmental affairs and Public Policy, Corporate Communications, Legal, Compliance (OBIE), Regulatory, Research & Development, HRBP and Finance.* Develop and ensure flawless execution, via the heme medical team, of Italy Medical Strategic and Operational Plan, aligned with the Global and International Medical strategy and local plans, and in accordance with corporate policies and procedures and applicable local laws, regulations and code of practice.* Participate in the development of Life Cycle Management (LCM) Plans for heme* Drive data generation studies/projects to enhance medical-scientific knowledge in the Therapeutic Area and ensure implementation of RWD initiatives and LCM plans in country, as appropriate* Provide feedback on Global Development Programs to ensure local needs are taken into account* Delivers external presentations (local advisory board meetings, symposia, other medical education meetings) to enhance the medical knowledge of pipeline and marketed products, as required and in accordance with local regulations and procedures* Tailor communications to stakeholder needs, building trust and understanding across diverse audiences.* Ensure adequate internal training is provided to medical and XFT for heme, contribute individually as appropriate- Provide fair and balanced medical information and education to health care professionals and HTA/payer stakeholders that support the safe and effective use of Vertex’ medicines in the appropriate patients* Ensure compliance of medical activities with country Code of Conduct, rules and regulations, company policies, SOPs, GCP and ICH* Assess local promotional materials related to heme and ensure that all claims are fully supported by scientific data, and are presented in an accurate, fair and balanced manner* Ensure self and direct reports have the required skills to identify and report AEs appropriately* Work closely with internal and key external stakeholders, supporting Vertex’ strategy and bringing medical insights as well as support for HTA bodies, media, government and patient group activities, including policy development, corporate initiatives and issues management* Strategic alignment working cross functionally and partnering with other key functions at Vertex such as Commercial, Market Access, HEOR, Regulatory and Corporate Communications for the heme therapeutic area* Ensure own and team responsibilities and goals are aligned with the long term aims of the organization and other departments for the heme therapeutic area* Provides input and contribute to the global heme strategic imperatives, Medical Affairs objectives and tactics.* Support for issues related to supply and distribution, product quality, benefit-risk, market actions and product withdrawals for the heme therapeutic area**Vertex Values and Behaviours** The incumbent must demonstrate ability for: • Developing and maintaining high level of industry, regulatory, clinical and scientific knowledge • Maintaining a high level of expertise and judgment in relation to both technical and ethical aspects of a Medical Director’s role and responsibilities • Having a strong commitment to achieving corporate objectives while maintaining the highest ethical, regulatory and scientific standards • The TA Medical Director is expected to champion a “we wins” attitude, actively collaborating across functions, fostering teamwork and establishing mutual support and trust, in the fearless pursuit of excellence – the courage to start, the passion to finish, with an uncompromising commitment to patients**SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:** • High ethical and scientific personal standards required • Substantial experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry and a proven track record in medical affairs • Experience in the TA and/or in orphan diseases desirable • Leadership skills and experience • Track record of successfully leading a team desirable • Experience with product launches and life-cycle management preferable • Track record in effectively managing risk and compliance • Strong Business Acumen Knowledge and understanding of marketplace dynamics, knows the local health care system and keeps up-dated on changes in environment in the country, including rules and regulations • Previous track record of successful HTA submissions (as applicable) • Ability to work effectively in a highly matrix environment, within a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team on common projects and goals, at national and international level. • Excellent communication and presentation skills • Learning agility • Ability to travel to meetings/trainings/programs as required- Typically requires significant experience in relevant pharmaceutical/biotech medical affairs and supervisory/management experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experienceIn this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 1. **Hybrid**: work remotely up to two days per week; **or select** 2. **On-Site**: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

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