Executive Director, Chief of Staff, Global Development Operations
Core
Strategic thought partner to the Head of Global Development Operations, accountable for shaping strategy, driving transformation, and ensuring disciplined operational execution across the global pharmaceutical development organization.
Role type
Executive Director / Chief of Staff (Strategy & Operations)
Builds
Global drug development portfolio delivery, transformation roadmaps, and integrated operating models
Domain
Pharmaceutical industry / Global Clinical Development Operations
Required skills
Strategic planning, portfolio management, organizational transformation, stakeholder influence, global operations management, team leadership, risk assessment, change management, data-driven decision making, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Clinical development expertise, pharmaceutical industry experience, advanced degree (PhD/MS/MBA), divisional management experience, AI-enabled workflow adoption
Technologies
AI-enabled tools, digital transformation platforms, global trial management systems
Responsibilities
Shape GDO strategy and roadmap, drive transformation agenda (AI integration, footprint optimization), lead governance and operating rhythm, manage key stakeholder relationships, build and lead a high-performing team, ensure end-to-end delivery visibility
Seniority
Executive Director, Senior Leadership