Medical Franchise Head Transplant

The UK & Ireland Medical Team at Sanofi is a high-performing team of Medical leaders who are a trusted source of scientific and Medical information and shared insights. This role is part of a significant transformation aligning Medical functions in General Medicines that will bring us closer to R&D, maximizing impact earlier in development, while maintaining strong business alignment.

This role is critical in driving Sanofi's leadership in the evolving transplant space for both CGVHD and solid organ transplant, particularly in supporting the successful integration of our transplant portfolio and future pipeline innovations while reshaping the understanding of transplantation as a field where innovative therapies can significantly improve patient outcomes.

Main Responsibilities Strategy & Innovation

• Develop and execute the UK & Ireland Transplant Medical strategy, integrated Medical Action Plan and integrated Evidence Generation Plan (iEGP) to ensure access to innovative therapies
• Champion innovative omnichannel strategies within transplant medical affairs
• Lead digital transformation of medical engagement practices for transplant stakeholders
• Provide strategic leadership and cross-functional alignment across R&D, Field Medical, Country Medical Heads, Global Medical, Digital teams, and other internal stakeholders to maximize pipeline opportunities and ensure consistent execution of the transplant medical strategy
• Drive data-driven decision making and analytics in transplant medical activities
• Leverage Centres of Excellence to implement best practices and innovation in transplant management

Commercial Alignment & Value Demonstration

• Foster collaborative partnerships with commercial teams, balancing scientific advancement with business objectives for the transplant franchise, while maintaining clear boundaries between medical and promotional activities and preserving independent medical decision-making
• Develop value demonstration strategies that leverage enhanced evidence generation for transplant therapies
• Collaborate with market access to optimize evidence planning for payer needs in transplantation
• Drive cross-functional alignment across R&D and commercial functions for transplant innovative therapies

R&D Integration & Evidence Generation

• Lead early engagement with R&D to shape development programs for transplant therapies
• Provide local healthcare system insights to influence global clinical development plans for Rezurock and pipeline transplant treatments
• Enhance evidence generation strategies through stronger R&D collaboration
• Drive the adoption of digital tools, AI and platforms for data collection and analysis in transplant patient management

People Leadership

• Lead UK & Ireland Transplant Medical team through direct and matrix management
• Create robust career pathways and development plans across the transplant organization
• Serve as a role model that embodies Sanofi's culture of innovation and excellence in transplant management
• Provide mentorship and guidance for the development of advanced educational materials and modern engagement approaches
• Foster growth and development through clear performance expectations and regular coaching/feedback
• Facilitate a positive and inclusive team culture that values diversity, excellence, and collaboration
• Drive talent attraction and retention initiatives for transplant specialists

External Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead and maintain comprehensive stakeholder engagement plans incorporating omnichannel approaches for transplant specialists
• Support and accelerate a favourable policy and market access environment for therapies in transplantation
• Drive the evolution of the transplant narrative, emphasizing innovative approaches and improved patient outcomes
• Identify and address challenges to optimal patient care through partnership with Systems of Care, Academic Medical Centres, HCPs, Professional Societies, and Patient Organizations
• Support acceleration of policy environment for transplant innovation and access to therapies
• Ensure the integration of patient voice into transplant medical strategies and activities
• Design and execute strategic external engagement activities through multiple channels

Medical Operations & Digital Excellence

• Champion the implementation of omnichannel engagement strategies for transplant stakeholders
• Leverage AI potential to identify opportunities and accelerate access to innovative therapies
• Provide Medical guidance to internal Sanofi customers on transplant therapies
• Oversee creation of modern educational materials and digital engagement tools for transplantation
• Develop and oversee the transplant medical budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation
• Lead the measurement and analysis of engagement effectiveness with transplant stakeholders
• Drive the integration of digital solutions in transplant medical operations

Ethical Leadership and Compliance

This role requires strict adherence to the ABPI & IPHA Codes of Practice and all applicable healthcare regulations.

• Maintain thorough knowledge…