China Asset Strategy Leader

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in China.

📋 Description

• Develop and implement the China development strategy for designated pharmaceutical assets.

• Ensure that assets contribute significantly to AbbVie’s pharmaceutical business in China through efficient, swift, and comprehensive pipeline development.

• Lead, manage, and coordinate all development activities in China via the Asset Strategy Team.

• Promote continuous improvement throughout the lifecycle of the asset.

• Create integrated development strategies for China that align with regulatory requirements and commercial objectives.

• Introduce new products to the market using the most efficient and cost-effective methods.

• Provide insights to global Asset Strategy Teams to ensure the China strategy is incorporated into the global development framework.

• Align program development strategies with stakeholders from China commercial, JAPAC, Intercon, and the Asset Strategy Team.

• Represent the local Asset Strategy Team in global teams and relevant decision-making bodies in China.

• Establish ambitious asset-related goals with team members.

• Sustain team motivation while promoting trust and transparency.

• Offer regular feedback on the contributions of team members.

• Advance assets with a focus on speed, quality, and financial oversight.

• Define and outline development timelines and milestones.

• Drive the execution of the asset strategy in China by leading both local and global teams.

• Develop proposals to manage, mitigate, and address project risks in China.

• Hold team members accountable for agreed-upon timelines and budgets.

• Cultivate relationships with the global Asset Strategy Leadership group.

• Contribute to the strategy of the China portfolio and facilitate alignment among cross-affiliate stakeholders.

• Lead initiatives across AbbVie to enhance leadership capabilities and improve team performance.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a life science field is required.

• An advanced degree is highly preferred (e.g., MD, PhD, MBA).

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in drug development within a pharmaceutical or biotech environment; 10+ years is preferred.

• Experience in Neuroscience and/or Immunology is preferred.

• Strong skills in strategic thinking, collaboration, facilitative leadership, executive function, and problem-solving.

• Ability to rapidly assimilate new information and apply it to asset strategy.

• Experience leading a team in a cross-functional setting.

• Capability to exercise sound judgment and develop practical solutions for complex cross-functional challenges.

• Proficiency in obtaining stakeholder input and making informed decisions amid uncertainty or incomplete information.

• Ability to inspire and motivate team members across various functional areas.

• Skill in leading through influence to bring out the best in others.

• Ability to delegate responsibility and decision-making to supporting teams and functions.

• Willingness to respectfully challenge team members and functions, and to manage conflicts when they arise.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in both Chinese and English.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employees have the option to work remotely.

• AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer.

• AbbVie is dedicated to operating with integrity, fostering innovation, transforming lives, and serving the community.