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Senior Manager PV Operations
- Posted 28 January 2025
- LocationMunich
- Job type Permanent
- Reference210100
- Contact NameHannah Hollamby
Job description
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Pharmacovigilance Manager to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in ensuring the safety and compliance of our pharmacovigilance operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and develop the pharmacovigilance team to ensure high performance and professional growth.
- Manage team workload, allocate resources, and monitor team performance to achieve department goals and KPIs.
- Pharmacovigilance Operations:
- Oversee case processing activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal SOPs.
- Monitor and manage adverse event reporting and safety data exchange agreements.
- Coordinate signal detection, risk management plans (RMPs), and aggregate safety reports.
- Compliance & Quality Oversight:
- Ensure PV operations adhere to global regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA, MHRA).
- Lead internal and external audits, and implement corrective and preventive action (CAPA) plans.
- Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, regulatory authorities, and internal stakeholders regarding pharmacovigilance matters.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including clinical operations, medical affairs, and regulatory departments.
- Process Improvement:
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within PV processes and systems.
- Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and changes in pharmacovigilance regulations.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or a related field. Advanced degree (e.g., MSc, PharmD, or PhD) preferred.
- Experience:
- Minimum 6+ years of experience in pharmacovigilance operations, with a track record of increasing responsibility.
- Proven experience in team management or leadership roles.
- Strong preference for candidates with a background in CROs or pharmaceutical companies.
- Skills:
- In-depth understanding of global PV regulations and guidelines (e.g., ICH, GVP, FDA, EMA).
- Excellent project management, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in safety databases and PV tools.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.