Title:
Junior Brand Manager – Rare DiseasesCompany:
Ipsen Ltd
About Ipsen:
Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.
Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!
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Job Description:
Are you looking to build a career in pharmaceutical brand management while making a meaningful difference to patients’ lives? We’re looking for a Junior Brand Manager to join our Rare Disease Business Unit, supporting the growth of innovative therapies in highly specialised areas.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their marketing career who is eager to learn, collaborate cross‑functionally, and develop strong commercial and strategic skills within a purpose-driven environment.
About the RoleAs Junior Brand Manager, you will support the development and execution of tactical marketing plans that drive brand performance and customer engagement across an omnichannel landscape. Working closely with your line manager and cross-functional teams, you’ll play a key role in bringing brand strategies to life while gaining exposure to the full pharmaceutical brand management cycle.
Key Responsibilities- Support the development and delivery of Rare Disease tactical and operational plans
- Assist with the execution of brand strategies and 1‑year operational plans
- Coordinate cross‑functional brand teams (Sales, Medical, Market Access, Regulatory, Digital)
- Deliver customer-facing and internal marketing activities, including digital initiatives
- Monitor brand performance metrics, ROI, and campaign effectiveness
- Analyse market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights
- Support adaptation and execution of global campaigns for the UK market
- Ensure all marketing activities are compliant with internal policies and ABPI code
- Build strong internal relationships and engage effectively with agencies and stakeholders
You’re proactive, organised, and motivated by results. You enjoy working in a collaborative environment and are excited by the opportunity to develop within a specialist pharmaceutical setting.
Essential experience:
- 1+ year experience in pharmaceutical marketing (specialty medicines preferred)
- Exposure to digital or omnichannel marketing projects
- Strong understanding of the UK healthcare environment
- Excellent organisational, communication, and presentation skills
- Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines
- Familiarity with ABPI Code of Practice
Desirable:
- Experience in rare diseases, hepatology, or high-cost medicines
- Knowledge of market access and NHS pathways
- OCE or advanced digital marketing experience
- Life Sciences degree (or similar) – essential
- CIM and/or ABPI qualification – desirable
- Fluent English
You will join a highly collaborative environment, working cross‑functionally with Medical, Sales, Value & Access, Finance, Patient Advocacy, Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory and Supply Chain teams, and engaging externally with healthcare professionals, payers, agencies, and opinion leaders.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application.Ipsen Slough, England Office
190 Bath Road, Slough, United Kingdom, SL1 3XE
