Rare Insight Consulting Is Hiring A Lead

Discover a strategic leadership opportunity in Italy with a focus on orphan drugs in the neurology space. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the rare disease community while leading cross-functional teams and engaging with healthcare stakeholders across Italy.

Position: Country Lead – Italy

Location: Town of Italy

About the Company 🎯

A leading international pharmaceutical company specializing in orphan drugs.

About the Role 🔍

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a dynamic Country Lead Italy to take on a strategic and operational role within the Orphan Drug Division for a neurology product. This pivotal position serves as the primary contact in Italy, liaising directly with the global team while cultivating relationships with local stakeholders. Combining scientific expertise, strategic thinking, operational management, and a customer-centric approach, the role aims to enhance disease awareness, patient care, and treatment access.

The ideal candidate will be field-oriented, dedicating at least four days per week to field activities across Italy. This position offers a competitive bonus scheme, car allowance, and a structured selection process, providing a unique opportunity to influence the rare disease landscape significantly.

Requirements ✅

• Degree in life sciences and a valid driving license (mandatory).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in pharmaceutical sales, preferably in specialty care or orphan drugs, with a focus on key account management and achieving business targets.
• Key Account Management experience: managing key accounts, resource allocation, budget development, and prioritization.
• Flexibility: capable of balancing operational duties with strategic and managerial tasks in a hybrid role.
• English proficiency: excellent written and spoken skills essential for communication with the global team.
• Native-level Italian is mandatory.
• Leadership and Communication skills: ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively internally and externally.
• Knowledge of local compliance regulations is a plus, ensuring activities align with Italian standards.

Responsibilities 🎯

• Serve as the national reference point for all commercial, promotional, and patient care initiatives in Italy.
• Build and nurture strong partnerships with key opinion leaders, treatment centers, and patient organizations.
• Map and analyze the patient journey to identify barriers and opportunities for improved care.
• Develop and execute business strategies in collaboration with the global team.
• Allocate resources effectively to optimize performance and meet business objectives.
• Create strategic action plans aligned with company priorities and market needs.
• Implement regional and global strategies through tailored field initiatives, ensuring compliance with national regulations.
• Manage the annual budget, monitor results, and adapt strategies as necessary.
• Complete mandatory training, testing, and product certifications within specified timeframes to ensure full compliance.

What We Offer 💼

• An exclusive opportunity to lead activities related to an orphan drug within Italy, in close collaboration with regional and global teams.
• A highly visible role with autonomy, impact, and daily engagement with diverse healthcare stakeholders.
• A structured international recruitment process.

Culture and Values 🤝

Our client promotes a culture founded on integrity, collaboration, and accountability. Transparency, openness, and high ethical standards are expected from every team member. The organization encourages curiosity and continuous learning, fostering a growth mindset and a commitment to excellence. Above all, the company remains deeply patient-focused, dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by rare diseases.