Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison

Sobi - Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (publ)

. Establish, profile, cultivate, and maintain long-term relationships with KOLs, emerging influencers, and key stakeholders within the gout community .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $160,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in stakeholder engagement and relationship management within the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong focus on strategic planning and market insight generation. Proficient in executing business plans and marketing initiatives while adhering to regulatory standards.

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Stakeholder EngagementStrategic ThinkingProject ManagementPharmaceutical Industry RegulationsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Market Insight GenerationBusiness PlanningCommercial Relationship ManagementAdvisory Board FacilitationKOL EngagementProduct LaunchPharmaceutical MarketingSales Strategy DevelopmentData SynthesisRisk Identification

Soft Skills

Emotional IntelligenceRelationship BuildingInfluencing SkillsOrganizational SkillsPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

PowerPointMicrosoft TeamsVeeva

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiotechnologyHealthcareGoutRheumatologyNephrologyInfusion TherapyFDA RegulationsPhRMA CodeCompliance Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish, profile, cultivate, and maintain long-term relationships with KOLs, emerging influencers, and key stakeholders within the gout community
Develop and execute regional stakeholder engagement plans aligned with brand strategy and business objectives
Identify emerging market trends, opportunities, and influential voices affecting the treatment landscape
Manage commercial relationships with key professional organizations
Gather commercial insights through advisory boards, professional networking, congress interactions, and special projects
Synthesize stakeholder feedback and communicate actionable insights to internal teams
Contribute to annual brand planning and strategic commercial initiatives
Identify opportunities and potential market risks early to guide business decisions
Support speaker program excellence by preparing contracted speakers and providing coaching and feedback
Lead or participate in advisory boards and stakeholder engagement activities
Plan and execute strategic congress and conference activities, including KOL engagements and executive interactions
Serve as a strategic thought partner to regional sales leadership
Collaborate with Sales, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Corporate Affairs, Commercial Experience, and Innovation & Operations teams
Develop and execute business plans aligned with brand strategy
Support regional pull-through of marketing initiatives
Report to the Senior Director, Market Development Lead, US Immunology (Gout Portfolio)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 7 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, medical, marketing, sales, or related commercial roles
Experience engaging healthcare professionals and external stakeholders in a highly regulated environment
Ability to build trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional partners
Strong strategic thinking, business acumen, and market insight generation capabilities
Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills
High emotional intelligence with ability to establish credibility and rapport
Ability to manage multiple priorities, lead projects, and execute strategic and tactical initiatives
Strong organizational and project management skills
Proficiency with PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, and Veeva
Strong understanding of pharmaceutical industry regulations, including FDA requirements, PhRMA Code, and company compliance standards
Commitment to compliant and ethical business practices
Ability to travel approximately 75% domestically, with occasional international travel
Must reside within the Mid-Atlantic territory and have convenient access to a major airport
Valid driver's license required
Preferred: Rheumatology experience
Preferred: Nephrology experience
Preferred: Infusion therapy experience
Preferred: Product launch experience
Preferred: Pharmaceutical marketing experience
Preferred: Specialty sales experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive 401(k) match
Tuition and wellness reimbursements
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision package
Additional recognition awards
Competitive compensation
Generous time off policy
Opportunity to attend popular conferences
Work/life balance emphasis
Collaborative and team-oriented environment
Short-term and long-term bonuses