Director, Competitive Intelligence

Overview

At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary futures by developing antibody products and innovative medicines that advance cancer treatment and serious diseases. We strive to create a global workplace where individuals’ contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions for patients, care partners, families, and employees.

Our culture emphasizes compassion, candor, and purpose. We are committed to authentic and determined work that is impactful, while also pursuing ambitious goals with care and enjoyment.

Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us!

Director of Competitive Intelligence

About Us

Genmab is an international biotechnology company focused on invention and development of differentiated human antibody therapeutics for cancer and other serious diseases. Our mission is to improve patients’ lives by creating and developing innovative antibody products and bringing them to market.

The Role

We are seeking a Director of Competitive Intelligence (CI) to lead the development, integration, and execution of strategic intelligence across Genmab’s global oncology portfolio. You will act as a strategic advisor and insight generator, delivering timely, actionable competitive insights that shape commercial, clinical, and R&D decision-making.

You will lead high-impact initiatives across pipeline and marketed assets (e.g., Epkinly, Acasunlimab, and Rina-S) and build CI capabilities and processes that scale across functions, regions, and development stages. You will report to the Global Head of Business Insights & Analytics and serve as a cross-functional collaborator and voice in strategy development.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Develop and execute a global CI strategy aligned with brand, disease area, and portfolio objectives.
  • Act as a strategic thought partner to senior leadership across Commercial, R&D, and Medical Affairs.
  • Lead and manage a team (direct or matrixed) of CI professionals and vendors to deliver high-value insights.
• Global Market Monitoring:
  • Track and analyze competitor activities across commercial, clinical, regulatory, and policy domains.
  • Maintain competitive timelines, clinical trial intelligence, and product profiles across geographies (US, EU, JP).
  • Deliver early warning intelligence on disruptive market or pipeline events.
• Decision Influence:
  • Lead competitive simulations, war games, and scenario planning exercises.
  • Translate intelligence into strategic options and evidence-based recommendations for executive stakeholders.
  • Support brand planning, launch strategy, lifecycle planning, and BD assessments.
• Internal Collaboration & Enablement:
  • Serve as a catalyst for cross-functional alignment and decision-making grounded in external insight.
  • Build and nurture a network of internal subject matter experts and CI champions across functions.
  • Develop and maintain CI communication channels, knowledge-sharing platforms, and dashboards.
• Operational Excellence & Ethics:
  • Own CI budget, resource allocation, vendor oversight, and project management.
  • Implement best practices for CI collection, synthesis, and dissemination.
  • Ensure all CI activities adhere to Genmab’s legal and ethical standards for competitive intelligence.

Key Accountabilities

• Portfolio & Brand Support:
  • Lead CI for prioritized pipeline assets and in-market brands across solid tumors and hematologic indications.
  • Provide strategic CI inputs into brand strategy, positioning, and launch planning efforts.
  • Generate insights that impact patient segmentation, treatment algorithms, market shaping, and competitor defense.
• Enterprise Impact:
  • Enable Genmab’s executive leadership to make faster, smarter decisions informed by external intelligence.
  • Drive competitive readiness across critical functions.
  • Serve as a key intelligence partner for early R&D and clinical teams exploring asset advancement or indication expansion.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, business, or health sciences required.
  • Advanced degree (MBA, PhD, PharmD) strongly preferred.
• Experience:
  • 10+ years of experience in CI, Market Research, or Strategy in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry.
  • Significant oncology and/or hematology therapeutic area expertise required.
  • Demonstrated experience influencing clinical or commercial strategy at a global level.
  • Strong cross-functional leadership and ability to work across geographies and disciplines.
  • Prior experience leading CI teams or managing large-scale CI programs preferred.

Why Join Genmab

At Genmab, our employees work with purpose and integrity to advance innovative therapies that make a meaningful difference for cancer patients. We foster an inclusive, collaborative environment built on respect, accountability, and scientific rigor. This role offers the opportunity to influence enterprise strategy and shape our pipeline and brands.

Locations

Genmab promotes an agile working environment where possible to support work-life balance. Offices are open, community-based spaces designed to connect employees, with remote work options available.

About Genmab

Genmab is an international biotechnology company focused on improving patients’ lives through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. Established in 1999 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Genmab operates internationally across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. For more information, visit Genmab.com. Follow us on LinkedIn and X. Genmab is committed to protecting your personal data and privacy. See our privacy policy for handling your data in connection with your application on our website. If applying in the Netherlands, Genmab’s policy is to offer a fixed-term employment contract for one year with potential renewal based on performance and business conditions.