Senior Director – External Partnerships, Oncology (Europe)
Apply for the Senior Director – External Partnerships, Oncology (Europe) role at GSK.
At GSK, our purpose is to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We are committed to discovering and delivering transformational vaccines and medicines to prevent and change the course of disease.
Job Purpose
As GSK rapidly grows in Oncology it is essential we build long‑standing external partnerships to accelerate breakthroughs. Be part of a new, high‑impact Global Partnerships team that establishes strong strategic external collaborations to bring meaningful advances to patients and their loved ones.
Key Responsibilities
* Contribute to the setup and operationalisation of the new Global team for partnerships across Europe.
* Jointly lead prioritisation and planning of high‑impact research centres and collaborative groups aligned to strategic priorities and data generation needs.
* Act as a trusted, collaborative contact for partners across Europe – leading partnership development, onboarding and relationship management.
* Embed effective ways of working across local and Global teams to deliver aligned plans and outcomes.
* Actively represent GSK at key moments, including leading strategic meetings and events and attending scientific conferences.
* Maintain a forward‑looking, outside‑in perspective by identifying emerging opportunities, evaluating potential partners and staying informed on competitor activities.
* Ensure compliance with country‑specific regulatory, ethical and data governance requirements.
* Drive project, budget and stakeholder management for partnership initiatives and define & track KPIs and impact metrics.
* Provide progress updates and requests for stakeholders.
Key Skills
* Proven expertise in external relationship development and management.
* Ability to build and maintain advocacy with recognised External Experts.
* Exceptional stakeholder management skills, including with leaders and cross‑functional teams.
* Evidence of leadership including line management experience.
* Strategic thinking and advanced problem‑solving skills.
* Experience working in a matrixed and/or international setting is highly desirable.
* Strong influencing and negotiation skills that drive mutually beneficial outcomes.
* Ability to understand and effectively communicate complex scientific information.
* Skill in managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
* Science‑based background (BSc, MD, PhD, PharmD or equivalent).
* Experience in clinical development, medical affairs or strategy within oncology.
* Familiarity with industry regulatory considerations within Europe.
* Sets and is accountable for delivery of KPIs – results‑oriented with analytical ability to use data and/or insights to inform decisions.
Location
This role is a hybrid regional role covering Europe; travel will be required.
Application
If you are motivated to make an impact and grow your career, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting why you are right for this position.
Closing Date for Applications: 11/01/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.
We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.
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