Sanofi

Head of Strategy and Management Office, Global Clinical Development

Sanofi$232K — $335K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred in a scientific, medical, or business field.
  • 10+ years in global pharmaceutical, biotech, consultancy, or similar industries.
  • 3+ years in a leadership role managing teams.
  • Proven success in leading transformation projects in multicultural R&D environments.
  • Experience presenting business cases to executive leadership succinctly.
  • Effective management of multicultural teams and resources across regions preferred.
  • Familiarity with clinical development operations and digital R&D practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and delivery of a five-year transformation roadmap for Global Clinical Development.
  • Develop and present strategic business cases to Vaccine R&D Leadership.
  • Drive digital strategy and AI tool integration across departments.
  • Oversee budget and resource management processes with functional heads.
  • Manage the departmental office, focusing on risk and training programs.
  • Lead collaboration with external partners such as government and healthcare organizations.
  • Establish and track departmental objectives and performance metrics.

Benefits

  • Supportive work environment focused on scientific innovation.
  • Career growth opportunities through promotions and lateral moves.
  • Comprehensive rewards package that values employee contributions.
  • Robust health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare.
  • Generous parental leave of at least 14 weeks, gender-neutral policy.
  • Participation in pioneering biopharma initiatives that engage patients early.
  • Involvement in cutting-edge drug discovery using AI and digital platforms.
Full Job Description
Job title: Head of Strategy and Management Office, Global Clinical Development
  • Location: Swiftwater, PA, Waltham, MA


Main Responsibilities
  • Lead the design and delivery of our five-year transformation roadmap to optimize the Global Clinical Development operating model, increase organizational effectiveness, and enhance our ability to deliver the clinical portfolio at scale.
  • Develop and present business cases to Vaccine R&D Leadership and Executive Committee to support operational model changes, process simplification, and strategic investments.
  • Drive the digital strategy for the department by coordinating with functional leaders, Digital R&D, and cross-company digital teams to implement AI-powered tools, monitor progress, and foster cultural adoption across the organization.
  • Oversee budget and resource management deliverables and processes working closely with functional platform heads to ensure optimal resource allocation and coordination and working closely on our Hub strategy in India, Budapest and China.
  • Manage the departmental management office, including risk mitigation strategies, internal and regulatory audit readiness, training and onboarding programs, systems access, and communication strategy.
  • Lead a team of Strategic External Collaboration specialists to assess, implement, and manage high-impact partnerships with government agencies, healthcare organizations, and industry collaborators.
  • Develop and monitor departmental objectives and key results, track performance metrics, and implement initiatives to increase team engagement and effectiveness across a multicultural, global organization.


About You

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree required; master's degree or equivalent in a relevant scientific, medical, or business field strongly preferred
  • 10+ years of progressive business experience in global pharmaceutical, biotech, consulting, or related field
  • 3+ years of people leadership experience
  • Proven track record leading transformation initiatives in global, multicultural scientific or R&D settings
  • Demonstrated ability to build and present compelling business cases to executive leadership
  • Experience managing multicultural global teams, budgets, and resources across multiple geographies preferrred
  • Familiarity with clinical development operations and digital R&D - ability to credibly engage with scientific and technical stakeholders


Soft & Technical Skills
  • Exceptional problem-solving capability - comfortable operating in ambiguity and driving clarity
  • Strong project and program management discipline
  • Ability to lead through influence in complex matrix organizations without direct authority
  • Outstanding communication and storytelling skills - able to translate complex operational and scientific topics for diverse audiences including executive leadership
  • Collaborative, culturally agile, and energized by working across a global organization


Languages
  • Fluent English required; additional languages a plus


Travel
  • Up to 20% domestic and international


Why Choose Us
  • Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
  • Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it's through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
  • Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
  • Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave
  • Be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies that reflect real-world needs.
  • Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science.
  • Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.


The salary range for this position is:
$232,500.00 - $335,833.33

All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the LINK.

About Sanofi

Sanofi is a global pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs and vaccines. The company operates in over 170 countries and has a diverse portfolio of products that includes treatments for diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and rare diseases. Sanofi is committed to improving global health and has a strong focus on innovation and sustainability. The company has received numerous awards for its research and development efforts and is recognized as a leader in the pharmaceutical industry.
Learn more about Sanofi
Market Cap
$121.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$12.3 billion
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$37.3 billion
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