The Senior Director, Thought Leader Engagement (TLE) Head & Neck Cancer is a strategic leadership role responsible for shaping and executing Genmab's thought leader strategy across Head & Neck Cancer. This leader will oversee a national team of field-based TLE professionals, partner cross-functionally to inform brand strategy, and build deep, compliant relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), Medical Experts (MEs), and influential oncology stakeholders. This role requires significant oncology expertise, strong people-leadership capabilities, and the ability to translate scientific and market insights into meaningful strategic action. This is a leadership role that will have (4) Direct Reports (Associate Director, Director level). Key Responsibilities Thought Leader Strategy & Execution • Develop, refine, and execute an end-to-end comprehensive national Thought Leader Engagement strategy that supports brand objectives across Head & Neck Cancer. • Serve as executive-level sponsor for strategic KOL relationships and ensure consistent, high-quality engagement across regions. • Guide the team in identifying, profiling, and prioritizing academic and community oncology OLs and influencers. People Leadership • Lead, develop, and mentor a team of TLE directors/associate directors, fostering a high-performance culture built on collaboration, accountability, and scientific rigor. • Oversee hiring, talent development, performance management, and capability-building for the TLE function. • Provide strategic direction, coaching, and problem-solving support for team members covering multiple tumor types or geographies. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Partner closely with Medical Affairs, Marketing, Market Access, Sales Leadership, Global Teams and other key stakeholders to ensure cohesive and compliant engagement plans. • Lead TLE contributions to advisory boards, speaker bureau strategy, major congress planning, and cross-functional launch readiness. • Ensure insights gathered by the team are synthesized and communicated to headquarters teams, influencing brand planning and strategic decisions. Scientific & Market Insight Generation • Oversee the collection and translation of KOL insights, competitive intelligence, and evolving treatment dynamics into actionable recommendations for brand teams. • Partner with medical and commercial leadership to ensure deep understanding of scientific data, clinical trends, barriers to adoption, and opportunities for differentiation. Operational & Budget Management • Oversee national TLE budget with therapeutic area, ensuring accurate forecasting and effective allocation across advisory boards, congresses, speaker programs, and field activities. • Ensure team alignment with all compliance requirements related to KOL engagements, speaker bureau operations, and data collection. External Advocacy Development • Establish long-term relationships with KOLs across top academic centers, NCCN institutions, and community oncology networks to support scientific advocacy and brand credibility. • Guide strategic collaborations, consulting engagements, and field insights programs to understand market sentiment and inform launch strategies. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MS, PharmD, PhD) preferred. • 12+ years of experience in oncology pharmaceutical/biotech commercial roles (Sales, Marketing, Account Management), with demonstrated Thought Leader Engagement experience. • Deep oncology expertise strongly preferred. • Product launch experience, preferably in oncology. • People leadership experience, leading field-based or cross-functional teams required. • Demonstrated ability to communicate complex scientific content across varied audiences. • Strong strategic thinking, analytical acumen, and ability to translate insights into strategy and action. • Experience in high-growth or emerging biotech environments is preferred. • Prior experience engaging both academic OLs and community oncology influencers is preferred. Travel Requirements • Significant domestic travel to support OL engagement, team leadership, congresses, and national meetings. For US based candidates, the proposed salary band for this position is as follows: $231,120.00---$346,680.00 The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives. When you join Genmab, you're joining a culture that supports your physical, financial, social, and emotional wellness. Within the first year, regular full-time U.S. employees are eligible for: • 401(k) Plan: 100% match on the first 6% of contributions • Health Benefits: Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance • Voluntary Plans: Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance • Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave • Support Resources: Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well-being support • Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses Further details on eligibility for compensation and benefits based on role will be provided during the recruitment process