Job Description

London, United Kingdom | full time | Job ID: 11179

About the Role:

As our Senior Medical Director for the UK, you will serve as the most senior medical authority in the market and a key member of the UK Leadership Team. With an ambitious oncology portfolio and a strong partnership with the NHS, including initiatives like the NHS Cancer Vaccine Launchpad, this role is pivotal in shaping BioNTech's transition into a commercial-stage oncology leader. Reporting to the UK Country Lead and collaborating with regional and global medical leaders, this is a uniquely hands-on leadership role requiring a founder mentality to establish a world-class medical affairs function in the UK affiliate; and strategic vision, compliance expertise, and scientific excellence to drive impactful outcomes for patients and healthcare providers while advancing BioNTech’s mission.

Your Contribution:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive medical strategy for oncology in the UK, aligning global priorities with local needs
• Serve as BioNTech’s primary medical expert in oncology, providing scientific insights to internal teams and external stakeholders
• Build relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals (HCPs), patient advocacy groups, and national agencies such as NICE
• Lead clinical development efforts by supporting global trials executed in the UK and overseeing collaborative studies and real-world evidence projects
• Build and lead a high-performing UK medical team, fostering a culture of launch excellence while ensuring alignment with BioNTech’s overarching values
• Ensure strict adherence to the ABPI Code of Practice, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards, including by acting as an ABPI Code final medical signatory

A Perfect Match:

• Medical degree (MD) required; advanced degrees in oncology or related fields preferred (e.g., PhD, MBA)
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in medical affairs or equivalent roles within pharma/biotech industries; NHS experience welcomed alongside substantial industry background
• Proven leadership experience (5+ years) in oncology (solid tumours and/or immunotherapy), including UK product launches
• Significant leadership experience in engaging with KOLs, HCPs and patient advocacy groups in the UK, and national agencies including NICE, including experience in leading a Field Medical team
• Deep understanding of UK regulatory/compliance frameworks, and experience as an ABPI Code final medical signatory preferred
• Strong organizational agility combined with a “hands-on” operational mindset to build functions from scratch while delivering on high-level strategies
• Exceptional communication skills in English with the ability to translate complex topics into audience-specific formats

Your Benefits:

BioNTech is committed to the wellbeing of our team members and offers a variety of benefits in support of our diverse employee base. We offer competitive remuneration packages which is determined by the specific role, location of employment and also the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Note: The availability, eligibility and design of the listed benefits may vary depending on the location. The final requirements for the individual use of our benefits are based on the company's internal policies and applicable law.

How to apply:

Apply now by sending us your application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copy of ID, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter as well as your contact details via our online form.

Please note:

Only applications sent via our online form shall be considered. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are considered for the position, BioNTech will conduct the background check through our service provider ‘HireRight’. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter.

We are looking forward receiving your application.