Business Unit Head Oncology

GSK

Vallensbaek Strand Delta ParkPosted Oct 7, 2026Discovered via the company's careers siteMatch locked

Full time10+ years exp

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About the role

Business Introduction

GSK remains committed to achieving bold commercial ambitions for the future. By 2031, we aim to deliver £40 billion in annual sales, leveraging our existing strong performance momentum to significantly increase our positive impact on the health of billions of patients globally. Our Ahead Together strategy is centered on early intervention to prevent and alter the course of disease, thereby protecting people and supporting healthcare systems. Our diverse portfolio consists of oncology-hematology, vaccines, respiratory-immunology-inflammation, and HIV medicines. Through continuous innovation and a dedicated focus on scientific and technical excellence, we strive to develop and launch new, groundbreaking treatments that address critical health challenges.

Job purpose

As Business Unit Head, Oncology, you will lead the Oncology Business Unit in Denmark, with accountability for strategy, commercial performance and people leadership.

You will:

Lead the Oncology Business Unit in Denmark, shaping strategy, performance and people
Build, inspire and develop a high-performing commercial team across Sales and Marketing
Collaborate closely with Medical, Market Access, Supply and country leadership to deliver sustainable growth, prepare for launches and improve patient outcomes.

This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:

Lead the commercial P&L, manage budgets and prioritise investment across channels
Build, coach and develop the commercial team with strong scientific and omnichannel skills
Set the strategic direction, drive launch readiness and execution plans to achieve the objectives
Build trusted external relationships with healthcare professionals, payers and patient groups
Be an active member of the Danish Leadership Team (DLT)
Ensure compliant, ethical conduct and strong risk management in all external activities.

Additional information

Position level: Director
Reporting line: General Manager Denmark
Primary location: Vallensbaek Strand Delta Park (Denmark)
Secondary location: Not applicable
Presence onsite: hybrid
People management: Approximately eight (8) direct reports
Business travel: limited

Why You?

Basic Qualification

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

Master's degree in a relevant field, such as Business, Science, Pharmacy or a related discipline
A minimum of 10 years' experience in comparable leadership roles within the pharmaceutical industry
Proven experience in Oncology and / or Hematology
Demonstrated people-leadership experience, including responsibility for Sales and Marketing teams
Experience leading product launches or major brand life-cycle initiatives
Strong commercial acumen, including experience managing a P&L or significant budgets
A strong track record in account management, omnichannel marketing and sales force effectiveness
Fluency in written and spoken English.

Preferred Qualification

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

An advanced degree, such as an MBA or PhD, in a relevant field
Experience working with Market Access, Health Economics or payer strategy
Demonstrated ability to lead effectively across matrixed, cross-functional teams
Fluency in Danish and previous experience in the Danish market
Global and / or regional and / or Above market experience.

What we value in you

A clear, people-first leadership style that develops others and drives accountability
The ability to make evidence-based decisions and act with appropriate speed
Strong communication and stakeholder-engagement skills
A commitment to ethical behaviour, transparency and patient focus
A passion for continuous learning and improvement.

How to apply

Please submit your CV together with a brief statement outlining how your experience aligns with the role's responsibilities and qualification requirements. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who share our commitment to inclusion and collaboration. Apply now if you are ready to lead the Oncology business in Denmark, broaden your impact and help GSK get ahead of disease together We look forward to hearing how your experience and leadership will drive better outcomes for patients and the team. Application end date Sunday, October 25, 2026 - EOD CET #LI-GSK Skills Commercial Strategies, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Danish Language, Hematology, Launch Excellence, Market Access, Market Access Strategies, Oncology, People Leadership, Profit and Loss (P&L) Budget Management, Stakeholder Management Danish Salary Range: DKK 0 to DKK 0The annual gross base salary range for new hires in this position is listed above for each applicable location. These ranges take into account a number of factors including the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position may offer an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. More detailed information on the total benefits package will be supplied during the recruitment process. This role is available for applicants from multiple locations, and therefore salary ranges for certain locations are also shown. Salary ranges for other locations are shown because some markets have pay transparency laws that require salary information on job postings, and those locations are potential job sites for this role. If salary ranges are not displayed in the job posting for a specific location or country, the relevant compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process. Please note salaries vary by country based on the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. Offers are typically made within the advertised range based on the candidate's skills, experience and qualifications, with the upper end generally reserved for highly experienced candidates or other exceptional circumstances aligned with these criteria.

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale. People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people. Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us at HR.AmericasSC-CS@gsk.com where you can also request a call. Please note should your inquiry not relate to adjustments, we will not be able to support you through these channels. However, we have created a Recruitment FAQ guide. Click the Link where you will find answers to multiple questions we receive. GSK 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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