Head of Risk Management Center of Excellence

Pfizer

. Lead the Risk Management Center of Excellence and define strategic direction for risk management sciences .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $230,900 - $384,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in safety risk management, including the development and oversight of Risk Management Plans, while effectively leading teams and influencing stakeholders in a complex, global environment.

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Safety Risk ManagementRisk Management Plan DevelopmentPharmacovigilancePeople LeadershipRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Risk CharacterizationRisk MinimizationBenefit-Risk AssessmentStrategic PlanningOperational Decision-Making

Soft Skills

Team BuildingCoachingCommunicationInfluencing StakeholdersOrganizational Change Leadership

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsChatGPTMicrosoft Copilot

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnology IndustryDrug SafetyClinical DevelopmentPublic Health

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Risk Management Center of Excellence and define strategic direction for risk management sciences
Drive development, adoption, and implementation of innovative, evidence-based risk management approaches across Pfizer’s portfolio
Guide Safety Risk Leads and Risk Management Product Leads supporting product risk management governance
Oversee risk communication methods and evaluation of risk minimization effectiveness
Serve on risk management governance and advisory committees
Lead portfolio-level oversight of Risk Management Plan activities, status visibility, planning, forecasting, performance information, and dashboard integration
Oversee Risk Management Plan budget planning and forecasting and anticipate portfolio demand and resource needs
Maintain and evolve standardized risk management processes, methodologies, and knowledge-sharing practices
Monitor global regulatory, scientific, and supplier developments and translate implications into strategies, standards, and program activities
Establish internal and external collaborations advancing risk management science
Shape external engagement and communication strategies for product safety risk management
Partner with the Head of Risk Assessment and Management and other leaders across the product lifecycle
Build, lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team, including accountability, talent development, succession planning, and inclusion
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, Pfizer policies, procedures, and quality expectations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in medicine, pharmacy, public health, epidemiology, or another relevant health or life science discipline
10+ years of broad, progressive experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry across pharmacovigilance, drug safety, clinical development, medical, regulatory, or a closely related discipline
Substantial experience in safety risk management and benefit-risk assessment
Experience leading global drug safety risk management planning and developing or overseeing Risk Management Plans across the product lifecycle
Deep understanding of global pharmacovigilance and risk management requirements, including risk characterization, risk minimization, risk communication, and evaluation of effectiveness
Experience developing strategy and translating complex scientific, regulatory, and operational issues into clear decisions and executable plans
Demonstrated people leadership, team building, talent development, coaching, and organizational change leadership
Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment in a complex, global, matrixed environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to operate with independence, judgment, and accountability
Experience using common AI tools, including ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot
Curiosity about improving outcomes through AI and understanding responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer
Permanent work authorization in the United States required
U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global Performance Plan bonus target of 25.0% of base salary
Share-based long-term incentive program eligibility
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation, holiday, and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility