Overview

The Global ABPI Director role plays a critical role in ensuring global and European regional promotional and non-promotional materials in scope of ABPI comply with internal GSK processes/policies and ABPI requirements. This role sits within the Global Medical Information & Content Approval (GMI & CA) team. The individual will work closely with Medical and Commercial stakeholders within Global and Europe Region, as well as other Global ABPI Directors and UK ABPI team, to provide consistent and accurate advice regarding interpretation and application of the ABPI Code to minimise regulatory risks associated with external promotional and non-promotional interactions.

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In this role you will:

• Review and approve promotional and non-promotional materials and activities to ensure compliance with the ABPI Code of Practice, as well as with other relevant regulations and company policies (e.g. GSK Code).
• Maintain a robust understanding of, and stay up to date with changes to, the ABPI Code and other regulatory guidelines.
• Act as a subject matter expert on the ABPI Code of Practice providing advice, guidance and approval.
• Support the response to/resolution of ABPI inter-company challenges and PMCPA ABPI complaints.
• Facilitate the development and delivery of ABPI capability initiatives to ensure a thorough understanding of the ABPI Code and its practical and consistent application.
• Conduct assessments of Global AQPs (Appropriately Qualified Person) to ensure they have the right level of expertise and competencies.
• Collaborate with Legal and Compliance colleagues to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Identify issues, themes and/or opportunities for continuous improvement that enhance the quality and compliance of materials and activities.
• Provide cross-functional and multidisciplinary content governance expertise in support of large business projects involving external engagement with customers.
• Act as a mentor to Global AQPs/content approvers within the GMI&CA team.
• Act as a delegate of the Senior Director, Global ABPI Compliance & Governance for reviewing and certifying Global Grants & Donations, as needed.
• Apply an enterprise mindset and identify ways in which ABPI Code might impact global activities and escalate as needed.

Basic Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience working as a nominated Final Medical ABPI Signatory with a strong understanding of the UK and EU pharmaceutical regulatory environment (ABPI, PMCPA, EFPIA).
• A GMC-registered doctor or GPhC-registered pharmacist who is able to be a nominated final signatory.
• Significant and varied experience working in the pharmaceutical industry ensuring compliance with ABPI Code.
• Experience responding to PMCPA complaints.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience in a highly matrixed organisation.
• Ability to summarise complex issues succinctly and effectively to understand and make decisions quickly.
• Ability to proactively evaluate risks and potential issues as they relate to ABPI certification or examination and propose effective solutions that help the business achieve their objectives compliantly and to high standards.
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively under pressure and manage across the enterprise at all levels.
• Collaborative, decisive and solution-oriented approach with an enterprise mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple functions and therapeutic areas.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Experience in Global or Regional or Above country Medical Affairs.
• Experience in designing and/or delivering training on ABPI Code-related matters.
• Experience working in Specialty, Oncology, Vaccines or General Medicine therapy areas.
• Track record of building and maintaining strong professional relationships within the healthcare industry.

Other Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Business Development and Sales
• Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Closing Date

Closing Date for Applications – 17th of October, 2025 (COB)

Additional Information

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support flexible working and provide adjustments if needed during the recruitment process. For adjustments, contact UKRecruitment.Adjustments@gsk.com or 0808 234 4391.