Business Unit Head, Rare Diseases - South Korea

Description

Lead our Rare Diseases Business in South Korea. Drive innovation. Deliver hope. Transform lives.

Medison is a global pharmaceutical company dedicated to expanding access to highly innovative therapies for patients in international markets. Focused on rare and specialty diseases, we bring breakthrough treatments to those facing the most challenging medical conditions - where time, precision, and expertise truly matter.

With deep local market expertise, regulatory knowledge, and a steadfast commitment to compliance, Medison offers tailored commercialization solutions that enable emerging biotech companies to expand globally. Backed by over 25 years of success through Medison Pharma, our infrastructure spans Switzerland, Israel, Central Eastern Europe, APAC, and the Americas.

We are now hiring a Business Unit Head for Rare Diseases to lead our commercial operations in South Korea - one of the most strategic and high-potential markets in the region.

Responsibilities

As the Business Unit Head, Rare Diseases, you will:

• Own the full P&L and commercial performance for the Rare Diseases Business Unit in South Korea.
• Lead strategic planning and execution of launches and commercial initiatives, ensuring alignment with global and regional objectives.
• Drive growth and market access of our rare disease portfolio through innovative business models and deep market insight.
• Build, coach, and lead a high-performing team, including Key Account Managers, ensuring long-term talent development and succession planning.
• Partner cross-functionally with medical, market access, regulatory, and external stakeholders to drive success.
• Cultivate strong relationships with KOLs, HCPs, and healthcare institutions to establish Medison as a trusted partner in rare diseases.
• Champion ethical leadership, embodying Medison’s values, compliance standards, and patient-first culture in all activities.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in pharmaceutical product or business management.
• At least 3 years in rare diseases or highly innovative therapy areas.
• Proven success in leading product launches, multi-brand portfolios, and market development initiatives.
• Strong experience in P&L management, market analysis, and commercial execution.
• Deep knowledge of the South Korean healthcare landscape with a strong local network of KOLs and HCPs.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and motivating teams to deliver exceptional results.
• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or related fields preferred.
• Fluent in Korean with strong proficiency in English.
• High ethical standards, collaborative mindset, and entrepreneurial spirit.

Why Join Medison?

• Make a real impact in rare diseases - one of the most meaningful and dynamic sectors in healthcare.
• Be part of a fast-growing, global company with a mission-driven, agile culture.
• Lead a business with high visibility and strategic importance, both regionally and globally.
• Help bring cutting-edge therapies to patients who urgently need them.

This is more than a job. It’s a mission.

Apply now to lead our Rare Diseases Business Unit in South Korea and become part of Medison’s journey to change lives - one patient at a time.