Global Medical Operations Manager

Almirall
Almirall
Barcelona, SpainOn-siteCompetitiveAdded yesterdaySeniorPermanentRemote: On Site

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Mission

The Global Medical Operations Manager is responsible for the operational planning, coordination, and oversight of Global Medical Affairs studies, with a strong focus on Investigator-Initiated Studies (IIS), Phase IV / non-interventional studies, and Real-World Evidence (RWE) initiatives.

The role ensures end-to-end operational excellence, compliance, transparency, and cross-functional alignment across global and local teams, enabling timely evidence generation to support Global Medical strategy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Investigator-Initiated Studies (IIS) & Global Medical Grants Management

Act as the global operational owner for IIS and selected global medical grants:

  • Serve as primary operational point of contact for globally supported IIS
  • Coordinate IIS activities across Legal, Compliance, Finance, Clinical Trial Supply, R&D, IP, CROs, global and local teams
  • Lead and coordinate:
    • Contract generation and execution with HCPs/HCOs
    • Amendment management in collaboration with Legal and affiliates
    • Budget monitoring and reporting
  • Maintain global IIS master documentation, including:
    • Proposals and approvals
    • Agreements and amendments
    • Invoice tracking and payment documentation
    • Final report/publication tracking (links or references, as applicable)
  • Track study progress, milestones, and deliverables in collaboration with affiliates
  • Manage the full invoice and payment lifecycle, ensuring timely and accurate processing
  • Ensure transparency reporting for global IIS and grants in applicable systems (e.g. Veeva), in line with local legislation (with particular attention to high-complexity markets such as France and the US)
  • Provide quarterly IIS KPI reporting in line with Global Medical Affairs guidance
  • Support pharmacovigilance requirements by ensuring IIS operational data is available for PSUR, DSUR, and PSMF activities (upon request and per SOP)

2. Global Phase IV, RWE, and Non-Interventional Studies

Provide operational experience and support for Global Medical evidence generation initiatives, including RWE:

  • Support the planning, execution, and oversight of company-sponsored Phase IV, low-interventional, and non-interventional studies
  • Act as the main operational contact for CROs, ensuring quality, timelines, and budget adherence
  • Support Global Medical Leads in delivering evidence aligned with Brand Plans and Medical Strategy
  • Track and maintain an overview of globally sponsored and locally executed GMA studies, ensuring visibility, consistency, and governance
  • Maintain accurate and timely study updates to support:
    • Pharmacovigilance reporting
    • Public registry disclosure obligations
    • Internal governance and decision-making forums

3. Cross-Functional Governance & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Actively participate in Phase IV / IIS Review Committee when IIS proposals are presented and discussed
  • Coordinate follow-up actions after IIS approval and ensure alignment across stakeholders
  • Collaborate closely with:
    • Global and Local Medical Affairs teams
    • Finance (budget tracking and long-term projections)
    • Global Compliance and QA
    • Legal (for contracts)
    • CRO partners and external vendors
  • Contribute to medical operations updates, including internal communication updates, enabling informed decisions within Global Medical Affairs
  • Attend selected scientific meetings, operational forums, and internal trainings as relevant to role scope

4. Process Optimization, SOP Ownership & Digital Innovation

  • Lead the review, update, and implementation of key Medical Operations SOPs related to studies
  • Maintain and update the Medical Operations Hub and study-specific operational pages, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and alignment with Global Medical needs
  • Proactively identify opportunities for digital solutions and emerging technologies (e.g., workflow automation, analytics, AI-assisted processes) to improve efficiency and data quality in studies management

Education

  • University degree in Pharmacy, Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or equivalent

Experience

  • Proven experience in:
    • Clinical operations, medical operations, or study management
    • Phase IV, non-interventional, or RWE studies
    • Cross-functional coordination in a global matrix environment
  • Solid understanding of:
    • Transparency and compliance requirements
    • Study governance and lifecycle management
  • Experience in Dermatology or related therapeutic areas is an asset
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Competencies & Values

  • Operational Excellence: Structured, detail-oriented, and delivery-focused
  • Collaboration: Able to work effectively across functions, cultures, and geographies
  • Ownership & Accountability: Takes responsibility for global activities and outcomes
  • Innovation & Simplicity: Seeks practical solutions and continuous improvement
  • Patient-Centric Mindset: Keeps scientific integrity and patient impact at the core

Our Values

  • Care - We listen, empathize, and support each other
  • Courage - We challenge the status quo and take ownership
  • Innovation - We create meaningful, patient-centered solutions
  • Simplicity - We act decisively and keep things clear and effective

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