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<h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">About Gilead Sciences, Inc.</h3>
<p style="margin:0 0 12px; **********<strong>;">Gilead Sciences, Inc. is dedicated to creating a healthier world through the development of therapies for diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19, and cancer. For over 35 years, the company has focused on scientific innovation to improve lives and ensure global access to treatments. This mission relies on collaboration, determination, and a drive to make a difference.</p>
<h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Role Overview</h3>
<p style="margin:0 0 12px; </strong>********<strong>;">The Director, Head of Government Affairs – Saudi Arabia and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), is a full-time position reporting to the Executive Director, Head of Government Affairs, Intercontinental Region. This role is responsible for developing and executing Government Affairs strategies across Saudi Arabia and selected GCC markets, ensuring alignment with Gilead's business priorities and public health objectives. The Director will serve as a strategic advisor to the Saudi General Manager and the Middle East leadership team.</p>
<h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Key Responsibilities</h3>
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<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Serve as a member of both the Middle East Leadership Team and the Intercontinental Region Government Affairs Leadership Team, contributing to business strategy and regional priorities.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Provide strategic counsel to Middle East leadership on policy developments, stakeholder engagement, and emerging external risks and opportunities.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Collaborate with Commercial, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Public Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, and Compliance teams to shape the external policy environment.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Champion Gilead's culture, values, and leadership commitments within the region.</li>
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<h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Strategic Focus Areas</h3>
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<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Develop and execute Government Affairs strategies that support business priorities across Saudi Arabia and GCC markets.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Shape policy discussions related to healthcare reform, pharmaceutical innovation, access, reimbursement, and public health priorities.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Support policy initiatives that improve value recognition and sustainable access to Gilead's current and future portfolio.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Identify opportunities to position Gilead as a trusted partner supporting national healthcare transformation agendas, including Saudi Vision 2030.</li>
<li style="margin:0 0 6px;">Support policy environments that enable innovation in areas such as HIV, oncology, liver disease, and cell therapy.</li>
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<h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Impact on Patient Access</h3>
<p style="margin:0 0 12px; </strong>********<strong>;">This role is critical in shaping the external policy environment to support value recognition, patient access, and the sustainable uptake of Gilead's current and future innovations. The Director will provide insights into healthcare policy, political, regulatory, and market developments that impact Gilead's business in the region.</p>
<h3 style="font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin:16px 0 8px;">Working at Gilead</h3>
<p style="margin:0 0 12px; </strong>**********;">Every member of Gilead's team contributes to the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. The company values its employees as its greatest asset and seeks passionate individuals ready to make a direct impact. Gilead is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels developed and empowered to fulfill their aspirations.</p>
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<p>At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.<br> </p><br><p>Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.<br> </p><br><p>We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.<br><b>Job Description</b><br> </p><br><p>The <b>Director, Government Affairs – Saudi Arabia and GCC,</b> reports to the Executive Director, Head of Government Affairs, Intercontinental Region.</p><br><p>The role serves as a member of both the Middle East Leadership Team and the Intercontinental Region Government Affairs Leadership Team.</p><br><p>The Director is responsible for developing and executing Government Affairs strategies across Saudi Arabia and selected GCC markets, aligned with Gilead's business priorities and public health objectives.</p><br><p>Working closely with Commercial, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Public Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Legal and Compliance, the position will shape the external policy environment to support value recognition, patient access and sustainable uptake of Gilead's current and future innovations.<br>The role will serve as a strategic advisor to the Saudi General Manager and Middle East leadership team, providing insight into healthcare policy, political, regulatory and market developments that impact Gilead's business.</p><br><p><span><b><span>Key Responsibilities</span></b></span></p><br><p><span><b><span>Leadership</span></b></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Serve as a </span>member of the Middle East Leadership Team and contribute actively to the business strategy and performance.</p><br></li><li><p><span>Serve as a member of the Intercontinental Region Government Affairs Leadership Team and contribute to regional Government Affairs priorities and initiatives.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Provide strategic counsel to Middle East leadership </span>on policy developments, stakeholder engagement and emerging external risks and opportunities.</p><br></li><li><p><span>Champion Gilead's culture, values and leadership commitments.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span><b><span>Government Affairs Strategy and Policy Shaping</span></b></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Develop and execute Government Affairs strategies that support business priorities across Saudi Arabia and GCC markets.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Shape policy discussions related to healthcare reform, pharmaceutical innovation, access, reimbursement and public health priorities.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Support policy initiatives that improve value recognition and sustainable access to Gilead's current and future portfolio.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Identify opportunities to position Gilead as a trusted partner supporting national healthcare transformation agendas, including Saudi Vision 2030.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Support policy environments that enable innovation in areas such as HIV, oncology, liver disease and cell therapy.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span><b><span>Stakeholder Engagement</span></b></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Build and maintain trusted relationships with government officials, policymakers, healthcare authorities, industry associations and other key stakeholders.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Develop strategic engagement plans for ministries, procurement agencies, investment authorities and public health institutions.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Represent Gilead in external forums and industry platforms.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Support senior leadership engagement by providing strategic guidance, messaging and briefing materials.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Establish partnerships that advance public health priorities and improve patient access to innovation.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span><b><span>Access and Business Partnership</span></b></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Partner closely with Market Access, Medical Affairs, Commercial, Regulatory Affairs and Public Affairs teams.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Support launch readiness and lifecycle management through proactive policy engagement.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Contribute to the development of policy environments that facilitate access to innovative medicines and advanced therapies.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Support initiatives related to economic participation, localization, healthcare transformation and long-term health system partnerships.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Ensure Government Affairs priorities are aligned with <span>affiliate</span> the business objectives and patient needs.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span><b><span>Strategic Intelligence and Environmental Monitoring</span></b></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Monitor healthcare, political and policy developments across Saudi Arabia and GCC markets.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Assess risks and opportunities and translate them into actionable business recommendations.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Provide regular policy intelligence and environmental insights to affiliate and regional leadership.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Support business planning through proactive identification of emerging trends and policy developments.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span><b><span>Project Leadership</span></b></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Lead complex Government Affairs projects and cross-functional workstreams.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Manage external consultants, agencies and strategic partnerships where applicable.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Support execution of regional Government Affairs initiatives across GCC markets.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Drive implementation of policy-related initiatives that support both business priorities and public health impact.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span><b><span>Qualifications and Experience</span></b></span></p><br><p><span><b><span>Experience</span></b></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Minimum of 10 years of experience in Government Affairs, Public Policy, Market Access, Public Affairs or related healthcare disciplines.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Strong understanding of the healthcare and pharmaceutical policy environment in Saudi Arabia.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Experience engaging with government stakeholders and healthcare authorities across Saudi Arabia and, ideally, the broader GCC region.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Experience within the innovative biopharmaceutical industry preferred.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Experience in virology, oncology, cell therapy or specialty medicines is desirable.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span><b><span>Government Affairs Expertise</span></b></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Proven track record of developing and executing successful Government Affairs and policy-shaping strategies.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Experience influencing policy discussions related to healthcare access, innovation and public health.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Understanding of healthcare transformation, localization strategies and economic participation frameworks is desirable.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and deliver measurable outcomes.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span><b><span>Leadership and Collaboration</span></b></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Ability to influence senior leaders internally and externally.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Ability to work effectively across multiple countries and cultures.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Strong executive presence and strategic mindset.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Demonstrated ability to lead projects and initiatives through influence rather than direct authority.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span><b><span>Strategic and Business Acumen</span></b></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Strong business judgement and strategic thinking.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Ability to connect policy developments to business priorities.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Proven ability to drive strategy through execution.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span><b><span>Communication</span></b></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Excellent communication, influencing and presentation skills.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Ability to communicate complex policy issues clearly and effectively.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Fluency in English required.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Arabic language skills desirable.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span><b><span>Education</span></b></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Bachelor's degree required.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Advanced degree in Public Policy, Public Health, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Economics, Law or Business Administration preferred.</span></p><br></li></ul><br><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><p><span>Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.</span></p><br> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5">
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<p>At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.<br> </p><br><p>Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.<br> </p><br><p>We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.<br><b>Job Description</b><br> </p><br><p><u><b>Role Overview</b></u><br>The Pricing Lead – Middle East is responsible for defining and executing pricing strategies across the region to optimize value realization, patient access, and business sustainability. The role partners closely with Global Pricing & Analytics (GP&A), Market Access, Finance, and Commercial teams to ensure aligned, compliant, and data-driven pricing decisions across the portfolio.<br>The position plays a critical role in navigating complex pricing environments, supporting launch readiness, and driving innovative pricing and access solutions.</p><br><p><br><u><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></u></p><br><p>1. Regional Pricing Strategy & Execution<br>• Lead the development and implementation of regional pricing strategies aligned with global guidance and local market dynamics<br>• Drive price positioning across countries, ensuring optimal balance between access, value, and profitability<br>• Provide strategic input into launch pricing, lifecycle management, and business case development</p><br><p>2. Price Governance & Compliance<br>• Lead pricing submissions through governance processes, ensuring adherence to Global Price Governance frameworks<br>• Support preparation of pricing business cases, including financial, strategic, and risk considerations<br>• Ensure compliance with pricing policies, competition law, and internal approval processes</p><br><p>3. Market Access & Reimbursement Integration<br>• Partner with Market Access teams to ensure alignment between pricing and reimbursement strategies<br>• Support development of value dossiers, health economic evidence, and payer value narratives<br>• Contribute to payer negotiations by providing pricing strategy and scenario modeling</p><br><p>4. Analytics, Insights & Price Intelligence<br>• Conduct competitive pricing analysis and benchmark across markets<br>• Maintain and leverage pricing databases and tools (e.g., global price systems) to ensure data integrity<br>• Translate analytics into actionable insights to support pricing decisions</p><br><p>5. Cross-functional Leadership<br>• Act as the regional pricing point of contact with Global Pricing & Analytics (GP&A) and Global Value & Access (GV&A)<br>• Collaborate with Finance, Regulatory, Commercial, and Government Affairs teams<br>• Support affiliate teams in developing pricing strategies and business cases</p><br><p>6. Innovative Pricing & Access Models<br>• Develop and pilot innovative pricing approaches (e.g., access schemes, tier pricing, value-based agreements)<br>• Support adaptation to markets with evolving policy environments and affordability constraints<br>• Contribute to regional discussions on alternative access pathways</p><br><p>7. Stakeholder & External Engagement<br>• Support engagement with key external stakeholders (e.g., payers, regulators, policy bodies) where relevant<br>• Provide pricing input into advocacy and policy discussions impacting access and pricing frameworks<br>• Monitor regulatory and policy changes affecting pricing</p><br><p><u><b>Key Deliverables</b></u><br>• Regional pricing strategies per product / portfolio<br>• Pricing business cases and governance submissions<br>• Competitive pricing analyses and insights<br>• Launch price recommendations and lifecycle optimization plans<br>• Support to payer negotiations and market access strategies</p><br><p>Qualifications & Experience<br>• Advanced degree in Health Economics, Pharmacy, Business, or related field<br>• Strong experience in pricing, market access, or health economics within the pharmaceutical industry<br>• Proven expertise in pricing strategy, reimbursement systems, and policy environments in the Middle East<br>• Experience working with global / regional teams in matrix organizations.</p><br><p><b><u>Core Competencies</u></b><br>• Strategic thinking and business acumen<br>• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills<br>• Stakeholder management and influencing skills<br>• Deep understanding of pricing governance and compliance<br>• Ability to operate across multiple markets and complex environments</p><br><br><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><p><span>Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.</span></p><br> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5">
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<p>At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.<br> </p><br><p>Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.<br> </p><br><p>We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.<br><b>Job Description</b><br> </p><br><p>Gilead is seeking an <b>Associate Director, Legal & Compliance–Middle East</b>, reporting to the Legal & Compliance Director ME, to lead and further embed a <b>best-in-class compliance program across the region</b>, while continuing to provide <b>high-quality legal support</b> to business operations in Middle East. The role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.</p><br><p>This role combines strategic compliance leadership with pragmatic legal business partnering, with a strong emphasis on business conduct oversight and risk identification and mitigation across Middle East markets.</p><br><p>The role serves as a trusted compliance advisor to Commercial, Medical, Market Access and functional leadership teams and acts as a key driver of a strong culture of ethics and integrity (“tone from the top”). Key responsibilities include providing oversight and being accountable for day-to-day activities of Gilead KSA Affiliate and the Middle East Region, as well as transparency reporting, compliance monitoring, compliance risk assessment, employee and third-party compliance training, policy implementation, ensuring effective compliance oversight in cross-functional activities in all Middle East countries. The position will work closely with functional leaders to ensure full integration of compliance into business processes.</p><br><p>The ideal candidate will have prior experience counselling prescription pharmaceutical companies in Middle East.</p><br><p><b><u>Key Responsibilities</u></b></p><br><p><u>Compliance</u>:</p><br><ul><li>Transparency Reporting: Ensure complete, accurate, and timely reporting of transfers of value and other required transparency data in Saudi Arabia and across relevant GCC markets. Administer the transparency reporting systems for the region, maintaining data quality and liaising with internal stakeholders to meet all local transparency and disclosure obligations. Advise on legal risks related to disclosure obligations and exercise sound judgment in assessing potential exposure.</li></ul><ul><li>Business Compliance Monitoring & Compliance Reporting: Cooperate with the Business Compliance Monitoring Manager for Turkey & Middle East to conduct and oversee compliance monitoring activities (e.g., sampling events, sponsorships, grants, and other HCP/HCO interactions) and preparing required compliance reports to local health authorities and internal stakeholders. Help identify potential compliance risks or systemic issues through monitoring and audits, and work with relevant business functions to implement corrective actions arising out of local audits internally and for local vendors or business partners or distributors.</li><li>Policy Implementation & Compliance Projects: Drive implementation of global and local compliance policies and procedures throughout the Middle East. Work on strategically important compliance projects (both local and regional), ensuring alignment with global compliance initiatives and local business needs. Participate in global or international compliance working groups and contribute to the development and enhancement of compliance monitoring programs at the local and international level. Proven track record in championing transparency initiatives and compliance programs.</li><li>Training & Communication: Develop and deliver compliance training and awareness programs for employees and relevant third parties within the Middle East (GCC). Training topics may include but are not limited to anti-bribery/anti-corruption, healthcare compliance, interactions with healthcare professionals (HCPs), organizations (HCOs) and public officials. Foster a strong “tone from the top” by supporting regular compliance communications and leading the Middle East Compliance Committee meetings.</li><li>Advisory & Collaboration: Act as a trusted compliance advisor for business units (Commercial, Medical, Market Access, Government Affairs, etc.) in the Middle East. Provide guidance on moderately to highly complex compliance questions, ensuring business activities are planned and executed in line with Gilead’s compliance standards. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate compliance considerations into key initiatives and decision-making processes.</li><li>Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Conduct periodic compliance risk assessments across Middle East operations to evaluate business conduct, identify compliance gaps or emerging risks, and recommend mitigation strategies and lead remedial actions. Monitor changes in local laws and industry codes (e.g., new regulations in Saudi Arabia and other Middle Eastern countries), and lead the implementation of any required changes to ensure ongoing compliance.</li><li>Third-Party Compliance Oversight: Manage compliance due diligence and oversight of third-party business partners (e.g., distributors, agents, vendors) in the Middle East region. Ensure effective processes for evaluating and mitigating third-party compliance risks, including anti-bribery, sanctions/trade compliance, and government interactions, in collaboration with other relevant teams.</li><li>Other Duties: Serve as a lead to local compliance committees (such as Grant Review and Business Conduct Committees, among others) as appropriate. Lead or support additional compliance-related tasks and cross-functional projects in the Middle East region as assigned, especially those with strategic importance or significant complexity. Represent the company as a credible leader in meetings with key Government Departments/Health authorities when required.</li></ul><p><b><u>Legal:</u></b></p><br><ul><li>In close partnership with the Legal Director, act as a business partner to Commercial, Medical, Market Access and functional teams in the Middle East, providing responsive, practical, and solution-oriented legal advice on a broad range of strategic and operational matters.</li></ul><p>• Acting alongside the Legal Director, provide legal counsel across key areas of law, including corporate, healthcare regulatory, public procurement, competition/antitrust, data privacy, and commercial contracting, ensuring business activities comply with applicable laws and regulations.</p><br><p>• Supporting the Legal Director to draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements and legal documents, including commercial contracts, distributor agreements, and strategic business arrangements, ensuring appropriate risk mitigation and alignment with company policies.</p><br><p>• Advise on legal aspects of interactions with healthcare professionals (HCPs), healthcare organizations (HCOs), patient groups, and government entities, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry codes.</p><br><p>• Provide legal support in internal investigations, audits, and enforcement matters, including assessing legal risks, advising on exposure, and supporting remediation strategies.</p><br><p>• Represent the company in interactions with government authorities and regulatory agencies, acting as a credible and trusted legal representative when required.</p><br><p>• Ensure robust legal governance across the Middle East affiliates, including supporting corporate matters, local entity compliance, and documentation requirements.</p><br><p>• Monitor and interpret legal and regulatory developments across Middle East jurisdictions and provide proactive, actionable legal guidance to the business.</p><br><p>• Develop and deliver legal training on key topics such as competition law and data privacy, or such other topics cascaded by the global teams, strengthening legal awareness across the organization.</p><br><p><b><u>Knowledge, Experience and Skills:</u></b></p><br><ul><li>Language Proficiency: Fluency in both Arabic and English (written and verbal) is required.</li><li>Regulatory & Cultural Knowledge: Familiarity with the Middle East regional healthcare environment and regulatory landscape. Experience working with or within Saudi Arabian and GCC authorities or navigating local regulatory requirements is advantageous.</li><li>Business Partnership: Strong ability to collaborate cross-functionally and serve as a business partner. Demonstrated experience influencing and engaging with various departments (Commercial, Medical, Finance, etc.) to achieve compliance objectives while supporting business goals.</li><li>Judgment & Integrity: Unwavering commitment to high ethical standards and integrity. Sound judgment with the ability to anticipate issues, identify compliance risks, and provide practical solutions that align with company values and compliance requirements. Must be able to independently, effectively, and practically formulate compliance strategies to advance business objectives while mitigating risk. Exercise judgment and independently determine and take appropriate action in the areas of monitoring and training where precedent may not exist. Ability to apply judgment to areas outside of core competency.</li><li>Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication skills – able to distill complex compliance concepts into clear guidance and training for diverse audiences. Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and credibility with internal stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Analytical & Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with an ability to interpret data and monitoring results to identify trends or gaps. Creative problem-solving skills to address compliance challenges and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.</li><li>Organizational Skills: Resilient and organized with a systematic approach to managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent project management capabilities, including leading projects or initiatives across different countries or functions.</li><li>Teamwork & Leadership: A collaborative team player who leads by example. Capable of guiding non-attorney compliance staff or matrix teams, providing mentorship and oversight when needed, and driving projects to completion without direct authority.</li><li>Continuous Learning: Self-motivated individual who stays up-to-date with evolving compliance and regulatory standards, and proactively updates internal practices and training materials.</li></ul><p><b>Education & Qualifications</b>:</p><br><ul><li>A Juris Doctorate or fully qualified legal credentials, fully admitted to practice law in the respective country or jurisdiction.</li></ul><ul><li><b> (3+ years) professional experience in biotech, pharmaceuticals or other highly regulated industries or law firms advising in relevant areas of practice, with particular emphasis compliance </b>matters across ME countries.</li><li>Ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy.</li></ul><ul><li>Strong business partnering attitude; the maturity and awareness to strike a balance between facilitating, enabling and challenging the business.</li><li>Proven ability to partner with other departments to achieve company goals that cross multiple functions.</li><li>Unwavering commitment to the highest ethical standards and integrity.</li><li>Conversant with procedures and protocols of dealing with Saudi government and its dependencies.</li></ul><p><b>Personal Competencies and Behaviors:</b></p><br><ul><li>Self-starter and life-long learner with a strong work ethic and excellent interpersonal skills who enjoys working collaboratively and cross-functionally on teams, as well as independently.</li><li>Collaborative team player that leads by example.</li><li>Operationally excellent with an organized and systematic approach to prioritization in tight deadlines.</li><li>Excellent influencing, interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to network, engage and partner with other functions.</li><li>Strong business judgment with proven ability to identify and address customer needs.</li><li>Strong organizational and project management skills and proven analytical skills and sound judgment.</li><li>Practical approach to problem-solving.</li><li>Consistently demonstrate and adhere to Gilead’s Core Values and Leadership Commitments and create and inspire a team culture committed to the same.</li></ul><br><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><p><span>Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.</span></p><br> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5">
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<b>Years of experience</b>
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5+ years </div>
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<b>Degree</b>
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Bachelor's degree / higher diploma </div>
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<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2>
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<p>At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.<br> </p><br><p>Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.<br> </p><br><p>We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.<br><b>Job Description</b><br> </p><br><p>Gilead is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that is committed to discover, develop and commercialize innovative therapeutics in the areas of unmet medical needs. Oncology is one of our key therapeutic areas for future growth.</p><br><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and experienced marketer to join Gilead as Product Manager-Oncology in the Middle East. This newly created position will be based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.</p><br><p>The successful candidate will be responsible for helping to develop an integrated marketing strategy and implement a cross-functional plan of action to support the launch of new oncology products into the Middle East market</p><br><p><b><span>Primary responsibilities</span></b></p><br><ul><li><p>Lead the development and implementation of integrated plan of action aligned to brand strategy to agreed budget and schedules.<span> This will include d</span>riving appropriate <span>Multi-Channel-Marketing</span> activities with a continued eye for innovation in the digital marketing space. <span>Such activities will also include performance and tracking metrics for plan evaluation.</span></p><br></li><li><p>Demonstrate leadership excellence in project management and effectively managing multiple projects and priorities, including close working with agencies.</p><br></li><li><p>Member of the Oncology Brand Team to help develop wider cross-functional activities in line with brand strategy.</p><br></li><li><p>Develop effective working relationships and effective engagement plans with Medical Oncologists and other key stakeholders to strengthen Gilead’s position within the oncology market.</p><br></li><li><p>Design innovative initiatives to differentiate Gilead in Oncology field, in coordination with field teams.</p><br></li><li><p>Continually monitor environment and leverage market research/analytics to optimize marketing plan and tactics.</p><br></li><li><p>Collaborate with Global & other countries sharing Middle East initiatives & contributing to collect insights and develop projects.</p><br></li><li><p>Ensures that all marketing activities are compliant with Gilead Code of Practice and regulations applied to Middle East markets.</p><br></li><li><p><span>Recurrent national & international business trips may represent 30-40% of working time</span></p><br></li></ul><p><b><span>Knowledge requirements</span></b></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Expertise and track record of successful marketing plan development and implementation, budget management and tracking progress of campaigns</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Strong strategic thinker with ability to formulate, develop and execute strategy</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Strong team ethic and proven ability to work with cross-functional teams.</span></p><br></li><li><p>Proven track record in developing and maintaining a strong network of KOLs</p><br></li><li><p><span>Good analytical skills, demonstrated by the ability to identify and understand complex issues and then developing appropriate cross-functional solutions</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Excellent interpersonal and communications skills to efficiently and productively communicate both orally and in writing are required.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Advanced planning and organizational skills, including ability to follow tasks/assignments through to completion </span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Demonstrated understanding of pharmaceutical regulatory requirements and impact on development of marketing materials is required.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><b><span>Specific education and experience requirements</span></b></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Strong marketing experience in oncology market is required – preferably in Breast Cancer.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Strong track record and experience in field roles, such as pharmaceutical sales, is preferred</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Good working knowledge of oncology landscape in </span>Middle East</p><br></li><li><p><span>Competent experience of using Microsoft Office products is required</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Digital Marketing experience with specialists – preferably with Oncologists</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Must have a fluent English skills (written and spoken)</span></p><br></li></ul><p><b><span>Gilead core values</span></b></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Integrity (doing what's right)</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Teamwork (working together)</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Excellence (being your best)</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Accountability (taking personal responsibility)</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Inclusion (encouraging diversity)</span></p><br></li></ul><br><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><p><span>Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.</span></p><br> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5">
Preferred candidate </h2>
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<b>Years of experience</b>
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No experience required </div>
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<b>Degree</b>
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Bachelor's degree / higher diploma </div>
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<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2>
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<p>At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.<br> </p><br><p>Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.<br> </p><br><p>We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.<br><b>Job Description</b><br> </p><br><p><u><b>Role Purpose</b></u></p><br><p>The Associate Director, Trade Operations is responsible for leading the regional trade operations strategy across the Middle East and Russia, ensuring uninterrupted patient access through robust demand planning, supply chain governance, tender excellence, and strategic supply network management.</p><br><p>The role serves as the critical link between regional commercial teams and global supply chain functions, driving end-to-end planning, mitigating supply risks, optimizing inventory and distribution models, and enabling successful execution of government, institutional, and commercial procurement opportunities.</p><br><p>The incumbent will champion a series of supply chain transformation initiatives, strengthen operational resilience, and deliver sustainable business growth through cross-functional leadership, data-driven decision making, and operational excellence.</p><br><p><u><b>Key Responsibilities</b></u></p><br><p><b>Strategic Supply Planning & Demand Management</b></p><br><ul><li>Lead the regional demand planning process across multiple markets, ensuring accurate, data-driven forecasts aligned with commercial objectives and market dynamics.</li><li>Drive integration of demand, supply, inventory, and financial considerations to optimize service levels, working capital, and product availability.</li><li>Oversee Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes, providing visibility of supply risks, constraints, and mitigation strategies.</li><li>Partner with global planning teams to ensure forecast alignment, supply continuity, and execution readiness.</li><li>Develop and maintain supply continuity and contingency plans to proactively manage market volatility, regulatory changes, and geopolitical risks.</li></ul><p><u><b>Product Lifecycle Management & Launch Excellence</b></u></p><br><ul><li>Lead operational readiness for new product launches, line extensions, market expansions, and product discontinuations.</li><li>Ensure effective coordination between commercial, regulatory, quality, supply chain, and market access teams throughout the product lifecycle.</li><li>Drive launch planning activities, including supply allocation, inventory strategies, market-specific requirements, and implementation timelines.</li><li>Support successful commercialization through seamless cross-functional execution and governance.</li></ul><p><u><b>Global Supply Coordination & Supply Risk Management</b></u></p><br><ul><li>Serve as the regional escalation lead for supply-related issues requiring global coordination and executive visibility.</li><li>Drive resolution of complex supply challenges by engaging planning, manufacturing, logistics, quality, and regulatory stakeholders.</li><li>Establish structured governance forums to monitor supply performance, identify emerging risks, and drive mitigation actions.</li><li>Lead decision-making processes during supply constraints, balancing patient needs, business priorities, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Ensure effective communication of supply risks and mitigation plans to regional leadership and global partners.</li></ul><p><u><b>Tender, Contracting & Market Access Operations</b></u></p><br><ul><li>Lead end-to-end tender and RFQ management across Middle East and Russia markets.</li><li>Oversee opportunity assessment, demand validation, supply confirmation, bid coordination, contract execution, and performance monitoring.</li><li>Partner with Commercial, Market Access, Finance, and Pricing teams to ensure alignment between commercial strategy, supply commitments, and financial objectives.</li><li>Support business case development and strategic assessments for tender participation and institutional procurement opportunities.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal governance standards and external procurement requirements.</li></ul><p><u><b>Supply Chain Transformation & Strategic Initiatives</b></u></p><br><ul><li>Lead strategic supply chain projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, market responsiveness, and customer service excellence.</li><li>Drive implementation of regional Trade Operations and Transformation projects, including implementing third-party logistics (3PL), secondary packaging operations, distribution optimization, and localization programs.</li><li>Lead deployment and adoption of global supply chain platforms and digital tools, including SAP implementation across the region.</li><li>Support network optimization, supplier engagement, and logistics transformation programs to improve scalability and operational resilience.</li><li>Provide strategic insights and recommendations to support long-term supply chain capability development.</li></ul><p><u><b>Cross-Functional Leadership & Governance</b></u></p><br><ul><li>Act as a trusted business partner across Commercial, Finance, Market Access, Regulatory, Quality, Legal, and Global Supply Chain functions.</li><li>Facilitate alignment between regional and global stakeholders on supply priorities, business objectives, and operational strategies.</li><li>Establish and maintain governance frameworks that ensure compliance, transparency, and accountability in planning and supply management processes.</li></ul><p><u><b>Operational Excellence, Analytics & Continuous Improvement</b></u></p><br><ul><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on forecasting accuracy, inventory management, service levels, and operational efficiency.</li><li>Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess supply chain performance and identify improvement opportunities.</li><li>Champion the adoption of advanced analytics, reporting tools, and dashboards to support proactive decision making.</li><li>Ensure data integrity and consistency across planning, procurement, inventory, and supply management systems.</li><li>Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and operational excellence across the organization.</li></ul><p><u><b>Key Stakeholders</b></u></p><br><p><u><b>Internal</b></u></p><br><ul><li>Global Supply Chain & Manufacturing</li><li>Global Demand and Supply Planning</li><li>Commercial Leadership and Country Teams</li><li>Market Access & Government Affairs</li><li>Finance & Pricing</li><li>Regulatory Affairs</li><li>Quality Assurance</li><li>Legal & Compliance</li><li>Global Commercial Operations</li></ul><p><u><b>External</b></u></p><br><ul><li>Distributors and Strategic Partners</li><li>Government and Institutional Procurement Authorities</li><li>Third-Party Logistics Providers (3PLs)</li><li>Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs)</li><li>Packaging and Supply Chain Vendors</li></ul><p><u><b>Required Qualifications</b></u></p><br><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or related field.</li><li>Advanced degree (MBA or Master's degree) preferred.</li><li><b>Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in supply chain, trade operations, demand planning, commercial operations, or related disciplines.</b></li><li><b>Experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or highly regulated industries.</b></li><li>Proven track record managing complex cross-functional and multi-country operations.</li><li>Strong experience in tender management, institutional procurement, supply planning, and inventory management.</li><li>Experience working within global matrix organizations.</li></ul><p><b>Core Competencies</b></p><br><p><b>Leadership & Business Acumen</b></p><br><ul><li>Strategic Thinking</li><li>Business Partnership</li><li>Decision Making Under Uncertainty</li><li>Change Leadership</li></ul><p><b>Functional Expertise</b></p><br><ul><li>Demand Forecasting & Supply Planning</li><li>Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)</li><li>Supply Risk Management</li><li>Tender & Contract Management</li><li>Product Launch Excellence</li><li>Distribution & Logistics Operations, especially 3PL</li></ul><p><b>Collaboration & Execution</b></p><br><ul><li>Stakeholder Management</li><li>Cross-Functional Leadership</li><li>Negotiation & Influence</li><li>Problem Solving & Escalation Management</li><li>Project & Program Management</li></ul><p><b>Analytics & Digital Capabilities</b></p><br><ul><li>Data Analytics & Performance Management</li><li>Scenario Planning & Risk Assessment</li><li>ERP & Planning Systems (SAP preferred)</li><li>Business Intelligence & Dashboard Reporting</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p><br><ul><li>Experience managing operations across Middle East, or other emerging markets.</li><li>Hands-on experience with supply chain transformation – especially 3PL, supply network design, or localization initiatives.</li><li>Knowledge of pharmaceutical tendering and government procurement environments.</li><li>Experience leading SAP or other major ERP implementations.</li></ul><br><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><p><span>Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.</span></p><br> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5">
Preferred candidate </h2>
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<b>Years of experience</b>
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1+ years </div>
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<b>Degree</b>
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Bachelor's degree / higher diploma </div>
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