At Obsidian, we’re passionate about transforming scientific communications to improve healthcare outcomes for everyone. As a specialist healthcare agency, dedicated to medical and scientific communications, we partner with global healthcare organisations to share knowledge that truly makes a difference.Our team of >70 academic scientists, strategists, and communications experts deliver cutting-edge solutions across:Medical AffairsStrategic ConsultancyScientific Meetings and EventsMedical EducationPublications Planning & DeliveryCreative & Digital ServicesThe OpportunityFollowing significant growth in 2025, we’re excited to welcome a Scientific Business Unit Lead to join our leadership team. In this pivotal role, you’ll:Lead an editorial team of 10 and collaborate with a Business Unit Director to oversee a 20-person teamShape and develop scientific strategy across a diverse portfolio of accountsDrive editorial excellence and innovation across therapy areas such as hepatitis, HIV, oncology, rare diseases, nephrology, and haemophiliaBe a member of the core management teamThis is your chance to combine scientific expertise with strategic and commercially-focussed leadership – helping us to deliver impactful solutions for clients worldwide.What You’ll DoLead and Inspire: Manage and mentor editorial teams, fostering growth and excellence across the business unitStrategic Client Partnering: Act as a trusted scientific advisor and ensure that all editorial outputs align with client strategy and industry standardsBusiness Growth: Drive organic growth and new businessResource management: Ensures optimal editorial resource management within the Business UnitFinancial Management: Have a sound understanding of the financial health across accounts and supports the business forecastingMember of the Core Management Team: Acts as a role model within Obsidian, inputting into the driving of company-wide initiativesCulture Building: Create an environment of collaboration, innovation and customer service excellenceWhat We’re Looking ForIdeally a degree in biological sciences (BSc/MSc/PhD or equivalent)Proven experience within medical communications agencies, ideally as a Scientific Services Unit Lead or equivalentStrong leadership and mentoring skills, with a track record of managing editorial teamsAbility to deliver high-quality scientific content and strategic counselStrong commercial acumenWhat We OfferHybrid working: Only 2 anchor days a week in the office from our vibrant London office (just off Fetter Lane, EC4).25 days’ holiday + bank holidays, plus gifted days at Christmas and your birthday offAXA private healthcare (with family options), Aviva pension scheme, income protection, life assuranceEnhanced parental leave, cycle-to-work scheme, season ticket loanBonus schemes and employee referral rewardsLearning and Development: Comprehensive training programmes, annual performance reviews, and opportunities to join working groupsWell-being Support: EAP, mental health first-aiders, AXA well-being calendar, and a dedicated well-being roomSocial Connection: Regular social events and a friendly, collaborative cultureReady to lead, inspire, and make an impact?Join us at Obsidian and help shape the future of scientific communications. #J-18808-Ljbffr