ViiV Healthcare is a global specialty HIV company, the only one that is 100% focused on researching and delivering new medicines for people living with, and at risk of, HIV. ViiV is highly mission-driven in our unrelenting commitment to being a trusted partner for all people living with and affected by HIV. Our aim is to think, act, and connect differently through a focus on education on and treatment for HIV.  We go to extraordinary lengths to deliver the sorts of breakthroughs, both in treatments, care solutions and communities, that really count. We go beyond the boundaries of medicine by taking a holistic approach to HIV through developing and supporting sustainable community programs and improving access to care.  We are fully committed to push through every challenge until HIV/AIDS is eradicated. ViiV has played a significant part in delivering breakthroughs that have turned HIV into a manageable health condition. We offer the largest portfolio of HIV medicines available anywhere, and we continue our work to cater for the widest possible range of needs in response to the HIV epidemic.

We are aware of how much is at stake for those affected by HIV and we show up every day 100% committed to the patients. Our work culture is fast-paced, diverse, inclusive, competitive, and caring. But ViiV isn’t just somewhere to work – it’s a place to belong, an invitation to bring your very best, and a team full of impact-driven team members who are hungry to make a difference.

While we have been improving lives of HIV patients for 30 years, this is an especially exciting time to be at ViiV, as we evaluate novel approaches to treatment and prevention that could further reduce the impact of HIV on individuals and communities.

The Senior Director, Strategy, Execution & Planning will help translate ViiV R&D priorities into integrated plans, clear operating frameworks and practical delivery mechanisms. The role will lead high-priority workstreams, manage dependencies, track progress against outcomes and enable faster, better-aligned decision-making across R&D. Working in close partnership with the Head of Strategy, Execution & Planning, Head of R&D, the R&D LT and cross-functional partners, this leader will bring strategic judgement, scientific and business acumen, structured problem solving and strong execution discipline to improve organizational effectiveness and productivity. The role will lead key strategic and operational deliverables, including Board Paper contributions, Strategic Portfolio Review presentations, GSK and ViiV Board materials, IR preparation, technology and AI planning, external partnerships and business development priorities. The successful candidate will be able to operate through ambiguity, simplify complex priorities and create alignment across senior stakeholders while maintaining clear ownership, pace and accountability. Strategy, Execution & Planning enables ViiV R&D to translate strategy into focused priorities, disciplined planning and measurable delivery. The function brings structure, pace and operational excellence to ensure delivery across a complex R&D environment. Reporting to the Head of Strategy, Execution & Planning, the Senior Director will lead priority workstreams that convert strategic intent into executable plans, effective governance and sustained business impact.

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This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career, these responsibilities include some of the following…

• Support the Head of Strategy, Execution & Planning, the R&D Head and the R&D LT in translating R&D strategy into clear priorities, outcomes and execution plans.

• Lead priority workstreams that improve planning discipline, portfolio strategy, governance, operating frameworks and decision quality across ViiV R&D.

• Coordinate cross-functional delivery across R&D LT effectiveness, scientific collaboration support, technology and AI planning, external partnerships and key governance forums.

• Contribute and coordinate the ViiV R&D strategy and business plan, including initiatives linked to the ViiV LT, GSK Strategic Portfolio Review and Acceleration Office.

• Define objectives, milestones, KPIs and scorecards to track progress, surface delivery gaps and support timely decision-making.

• Translate emerging ideas into practical workplans with clear value drivers, owners, dependencies, decision points and implementation support.

• Identify, escalate and help resolve risks, issues and dependencies that could affect delivery, pace or strategic alignment.

• Bring strategic thinking and industry knowledge, to increase the effectiveness of the R&D strategy and delivery.

• Create clear communications to portray the ViiV R&D strategy to internal and external stakeholders.

We are looking for a strategic, execution-focused leader who can bring clarity to complexity, mobilise stakeholders and translate priorities into measurable outcomes without adding unnecessary process.

Why You?

This role is offered as a hybrid role with a requirement to work on-site at our US locations for collaboration days and key meetings. We encourage candidates seeking flexibility who value regular in-person connection.
 

Basic Qualification
We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals

• Master’s degree in Life Sciences & 12+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical or biotech environments, with strong understanding of drug discovery, development, strategy and operational planning.

• Track record leading complex, cross-functional initiatives, simplifying ways of working and building delivery discipline through measurable impact.

• Experience building high-performing teams and mobilising matrixed stakeholders around shared priorities.

• Proven delivery of multi-year strategic initiatives in fast-moving, ambiguous and cross-functional environments.

• Experience with external partnerships and alternative business models to support R&D effectiveness.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and align teams behind R&D objectives.

• Ability to take complex concepts and distil to crisp, clear actions and communications

• Strong strategic judgement, risk assessment and bias for practical, timely action.

• High emotional intelligence, organisational awareness and ability to work effectively across a global matrix.

• Strong operating discipline, with ability to manage multiple high-priority workstreams and calibrate detail for senior decision-making.

• Agility and resilience, with the ability to deliver high-quality results within demanding deadlines.

• Exceptional learning agility and strong work ethic in complex, ambiguous environments.

Preferred Qualification
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus

• PhD

• Deep knowledge to support complex science functions

• Experience of preparation of investor relations materials

• Experience of working in a fast-paced consultancy environment

Leadership Attributes

• Influences and collaborates with credible senior presence

• Builds trust, connection and alignment behind shared goals

• Collaborative and inclusive leadership style, fostering high-performing teams.

• Resilient, responsive and adaptable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and inspires the same in other

• Enterprise mindset with ability to balance strategic vision and operational execution.

• Self starter, who can get ahead of emerging opportunities in a fast paced environment

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Skills

Biotechnology, Business Strategies, Cell Biology, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Drug Development, Drug Discovery Process, Influencing Without Authority, Interpersonal Communication, Life Science, Market Opportunities, Matrix Leadership, Molecular Biology, Scientific Research, Scientific Writing, Strategic Alignment

 

 

Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program ViiV offers US employees. All ViiV employees receive the same benefits options and plans as GSK employee.

Why Us?

At ViiV Healthcare, we will not rest until we leave no person living with HIV behind. Until the 40 million people living with HIV is down to zero, we will continue searching for new ways to limit the impact of HIV. 

We are the only pharmaceutical company solely focused on combating, preventing, and ultimately eradicating HIV and AIDS. At ViiV Healthcare, we do things differently. Born out of a partnership between GSK and Pfizer in 2009, with Shionogi joining in 2012, we are determined to help end the HIV epidemic. We are guided by our mission to leave no person living with HIV behind and it is this mission that unites our employees located across the globe. We combine expertise in research, manufacturing, policy and more to push the boundaries of what people think is possible in HIV treatment and care. As a result of our connection with GSK, we are able to draw on their proud history and resources. This means that you would receive all the employee benefits offered by GSK.

Living our mission of leaving no person living with HIV behind means keeping inclusion and diversity at the heart of everything we do - from our breakthrough innovation, to our diverse portfolio of medicines as well as the work we do to partner with HIV communities.

Having a truly inclusive culture where we’re all able to be ourselves and feel like we belong will make us an even stronger team, better able to perform as a business and deliver on our mission to leave no person living with HIV behind.

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ViiV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

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