Associate Director of Pharmacovigilance

Publication date 2025/10/29

Work Location , Expected Annual Income :

Tokyo,15.0M ～ 20.0M

About the Company :

Global Healthcare Service Company

Responsibilities :

POSITION SUMMARY
This position leads the pharmacovigilance (PV) function in Japan, ensuring the effective delivery of PV consulting services to pharmaceutical companies. The role requires a balance of hands-on project delivery, team leadership, and business development responsibilities. The individual will build and develop a local PV team while collaborating closely with global colleagues to align with the overall practice strategy.

The role covers a broad scope of client engagements, from early development consulting to post-marketing PV strategies. It involves frequent client interaction, internal coordination, and participation in external networking and industry discussions.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Delivery
● Accountable for successful delivery of all PV consulting projects in Japan.
● Serve as a project leader or subject matter expert (SME) in PV where necessary.
● Provide guidance and problem-solving support to Japan-based consultants facing project challenges.
● Collaborate with the global team on staffing for Japan-based PV projects.

Business Development
● Identify and pursue new business opportunities based on client needs and market trends.
● Foster strong client relationships through regular communication and visits.
● Support proposal development and represent the Japan PV function at client meetings and industry events.

Team Development
● Collaborate with global and local leadership to define hiring needs and recruit local talent, including independent consultants.
● Lead onboarding, coaching, and performance management of PV team members in Japan.
● Serve as the go-to person and leader for the Japan PV team, ensuring team cohesion and alignment with company goals.

Thought Leadership
● Contribute to the strategic direction of the global PV practice, identifying opportunities for service expansion and innovation.
● Represent the company at industry forums, conferences, and networking events, sharing insights and thought leadership.

Benefits :

Employment Type: Full time employee
Japan Office Location: Tokyo
Working Style: Hybrid
Annual Salary Range: 15~20,000,000mil Yen
Interview steps: 3
Working Language: Japanese and English
Welfare and Insurances: Covered

Required Experience / Abilities / Skills :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
● Practical experience in one or more of the following domains: pharmacovigilance (preferred), risk management, medical information, regulatory operations, or clinical operations.
● Proven leadership experience managing teams or cross-functional groups.
● Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships in a consulting or service-based environment.
● Experience working in or with global teams.
● Business-level fluency in both English and Japanese.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
● Established professional network in the pharmaceutical or CRO industry.
● Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with international teams.
● Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally for client engagements.

Contact Information :

JAC International, Healthcare Team
Mark Miller
Email: m-miller@jac-international.jp

If you are interested, email us for an inquiry!

JOB ID : IJB2010589