Director Alliance Management

Company Description

At Sobi, the work we do every day redefines the standards of care and transforms the lives of people living with rare diseases.

We are committed to an inclusive, sustainable and flexible workplace that fosters growth and development.

Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications.

Sobi encourages you to change that statistic and apply.

Rarely do candidates meet 100% of the qualifications.

We look forward to your application!

About the role

The Alliance Management group’s purpose is to maximize the value of Sobi’s investments in Alliances, ensuring delivery of what is contractually defined as well as the spirit and intent of the Alliance, implementing a fit‑for‑purpose governance model and fostering a collaborative relationship between Sobi and our partners.

The scope includes drug development and commercialization at all stages of the product life cycle, including strategic in‑ and out‑licenses, collaborations, commercialization partnerships and acquisitions.

This remote position reports directly to the VP of Business Development and Alliance Management and prefers a location in a European or US time zone.

Responsibilities

Oversee the governance of multiple strategic Alliances in development and commercialization partnerships, including managing governance committees, identifying key issues and providing vetted solutions to decision makers.

Monitor implementation of and adherence to agreed‑upon research, development and commercialization plans; take appropriate action to ensure execution.

Lead the strategic focus to develop a global alliance roadmap / toolkit to ensure alliance management is well defined at all stages of business development (from due diligence to contract development and implementation).

Handle compliance and contract management – liaise with legal, finance, R&D, commercial and other functions to ensure that key contract milestones, financial transactions and progress reports are managed appropriately.

Work directly with the partner company to set the direction and scope for implementation of partnership agreements, including key activities, timing and responsibilities on either side.

Manage crisis situations by addressing hot‑topic issues that require immediate attention while minimizing impact.

Conduct regular reviews and meetings with senior management and other functions to communicate key issues, milestones and gather feedback.

Essential Experience

Strong business acumen, enterprise thinking, leadership and self‑direction with high learning agility.

Demonstrated emotional intelligence with excellent interpersonal skills, able to lead, negotiate and resolve conflict.

Ability to understand and navigate contract language.

Ability to identify, prioritize and resolve key project and partnership issues.

Attention to detail and excellence in project management, effectively managing multiple projects and priorities.

Skill in coordinating demands from multiple stakeholders, both internally and with partners.

Comfortable handling ambiguity.

How to Apply

We have an ongoing selection process and ask you to send your application as soon as possible.

Click apply and include your resume in English.

Why Join Us?

Emphasis on work / life balance

Collaborative and team‑oriented environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Diversity and inclusion

Competitive compensation

Making a positive impact by helping ultra‑rare disease patients with life‑saving treatments

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