Medical Lead – Rare Disease; FTC

Location: Paddington, London

Department: UK & Ireland Medical Affairs

Reporting to: Medical Affairs Director

Working model: Hybrid, 60% on site (in line with Ipsen’s Hybrid Working Policy)

At Ipsen, we are dedicated to improving patients’ lives through innovation and scientific excellence. As part of our Rare Disease Medical Affairs team, the Medical Lead – Rare Disease will serve as the clinical and scientific expert for the therapeutic area, driving medical strategy across current and future pipeline assets.

This is a highly visible and influential role, accountable for shaping and executing the medical plan, ensuring impactful scientific exchange, generating insights, and advancing patient‑centred solutions. You will work cross‑functionally within the Integrated Brand Team (IBT) and collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders.

• Lead the therapy area as part of the Integrated Brand Team (IBT).
• Develop and execute strategic medical plans aligned to UK Operations and global priorities.
• Build Local Annual Medical Plans and oversee relevant medical budgets.
• Partner with the Medical Affairs Director to shape medical strategy and tactics.
• Align medical plans with MSL activities and customer/account insights.

• Conduct fair, balanced scientific exchange with Therapeutic Leaders and healthcare professionals.
• Build and strengthen collaborations with medical experts and specialist centres.
• Deliver scientific and educational presentations (reactive & proactive).
• Lead/support scientific exchange meetings, satellite symposia, and congress activities.

• Capture and share actionable insights from healthcare professionals, patient organisations, and medical congresses.
• Organise and lead Advisory Boards.
• Monitor therapeutic trends, unmet needs, and competitor activities.

• Support R&D and company‑sponsored clinical studies (site identification, feasibility, recruitment, investigator engagement).
• Manage unsolicited Investigator‑Sponsored Study (ISS) proposals.
• Support real‑world evidence initiatives, phase IV/post‑authorisation studies, registries, and databases.
• Contribute to scientific publications and medical content generation.

• Provide scientific expertise and training to commercial teams.
• Review and approve materials in accordance with local SOPs and ABPI Code.
• Support market access activities, including formulary submissions and scientific presentations.
• Contribute to account planning and brand strategy discussions.

• Manage medical budgets and cost centres for the therapeutic area.
• Ensure timely delivery of activities with high operational excellence.

• Experience in Medical Affairs, ideally within the relevant therapeutic area.
• Experience as UK ABPI Medical Signatory.
• Experience in clinical research design, planning, and execution.
• Strong working knowledge of legal, regulatory, and compliance frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with external experts and internal cross‑functional teams.
• Accredited physician or UK‑registered Pharmacist.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.

• No direct reports (individual contributor role).
• This role may evolve based on business needs.

At Ipsen, you’ll be part of a purpose‑driven organisation where science, innovation, and collaboration come together to transform the lives of patients with rare conditions. You’ll influence high‑impact decisions, shape therapeutic strategy, and contribute meaningfully to the healthcare community.