About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Your responsibilities:

• Professional and disciplinary leadership of a Medical Excellence & Operations team with two direct full-time equivalents
• Direct reporting to the Head of Medical Excellence & Operations
• Office location is Wiesbaden (3 days/week), 2 flexible days
• Ensure compliance of all Medical Excellence & Operations activities with AbbVie processes, ethics, regulatory requirements, and applicable law
• Implementation of local Medical Excellence strategy and further development of processes and standards to ensure sustainable excellence of infield teams
• Proactive co-design and implementation of global strategies in a cross-functional environment; close collaboration with Headquarters, CEX, BTS, and Therapeutic Areas
• Leadership and execution of digital transformation projects (e.g., internet presence, multi-/omnichannel communication, capability building for medical teams)
• Monitoring and evaluation of market trends and derivation of strategic recommendations, including implementation planning
• Strategic consulting for local and global leadership on medical projects, especially within the FutureFit program
• Development and tracking of KPIs (SMART outcome measures) in close coordination with senior leadership and therapeutic areas
• Leadership, promotion, and development of team members, as well as management of joint goal achievement and change processes
• Responsibility for cost control and budget compliance of all activities

How you make a difference:

• Proven ability to build, lead, and develop highly qualified teams
• Successful leadership experience in matrix organizations and stakeholder management
• Strategic and analytical thinking, openness to new approaches, and ability to manage multiple projects in parallel
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills as well as excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Independent, proactive, and solution-oriented working style; skill in integrating diverging interests
• High level of organizational talent, implementation strength, and goal orientation
• Strong commitment to compliance, scientific integrity, and quality standards
• Passion for digital trends (Digital Native)
• Solid scientific understanding of AbbVie’s products and sound business acumen

Education / Knowledge

• Completed (preferably scientific/medical) university degree, ideally with a doctorate (e.g., MD/PhD)
• In-depth knowledge of drug development and clinical research
• Very good English and German language skills, spoken and written
• Solid experience in project management and office software, as well as industry-specific tools
• Experience with budget responsibility
• Strong familiarity with AbbVie and its integrated brand planning approach

Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or a comparable role
• Proven experience in successful stakeholder and relationship management
• Several years of leadership experience including project management, planning, budgeting, and process-defined work
• Experience in Medical Affairs and a deep understanding of infield roles in the pharmaceutical industry

What we offer you:

• A diverse and international work environment with broad scope for creative influence
• Participation in an open corporate culture with attractive remuneration
• Comprehensive onboarding accompanied by a mentor
• Flexible working models for your work-life balance
• Modern company health management
• Social benefits and diverse career opportunities in an international corporation
• Excellent development programs and a strong global network
• Multiple awards as a "Great Place to Work"
• Our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion is fundamental – we celebrate diversity and respect every individual

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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