Vice President Corporate Strategy at GLPG

We are Galapagos, a Belgium-headquartered biotechnology company that deploys capital to secure and advance transformative clinical-stage assets, primarily in immunology and oncology. We are expanding our executive presence in the United States and establishing a new office in Chicago to support this growth.

We are seeking a Vice President Corporate Strategy to join our team on a full-time, on-site basis and play a central role in shaping the company’s long-term direction. Reporting directly to the Chief Strategy Officer, this position offers substantial visibility across the Management Committee, the Board of Directors, and cross-functional leadership as we build a resilient, future-ready pipeline.

Key outcomes

• Develop and maintain comprehensive landscape assessments of priority disease areas and mechanisms of action in oncology and immunology, incorporating scientific potential, competitive dynamics, commercial considerations, and strategic fit.
• Partner with executive leadership to define clear priorities for pipeline expansion that will direct search and evaluation activities across therapeutic area, development phase, and geography.
• Construct dynamic portfolio models that evaluate technical, regulatory, and commercial risk alongside value creation and strategic alignment for both the overall portfolio and individual programs.
• Contribute to diligence teams, ensuring new opportunities align with corporate strategy and risk-reward frameworks, and translate findings into actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
• Produce forward-looking market intelligence on industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging innovation to identify new opportunities and pressure-test strategic choices.
• Design external scenarios that test disease-area and mechanism-of-action recommendations and strengthen overall portfolio resilience.
• Prepare agendas and high-quality materials for Management Committee meetings, CEO briefings, and Board of Directors sessions, synthesizing complex data into clear strategic narratives.
• Build and maintain relationships across the Management Committee while supporting cross-departmental initiatives that extend beyond core strategy responsibilities.

Requirements

• Ten to fifteen or more years of experience in biopharma strategy, corporate development, or strategy consulting, including direct involvement in pipeline-enhancing transactions.
• Deep knowledge of drug development and commercial dynamics within the biopharma sector, encompassing the scientific, clinical, and commercial drivers of value.
• Proven analytical and strategic capabilities, including experience with portfolio modeling and scenario planning, and the ability to convert complex information into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong executive presence and communication skills, demonstrated through regular presentations to senior leadership and boards.
• Track record of leading cross-functional projects in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments.
• Fluency in English.

Preferred qualifications

• Advanced degree such as an MBA, PhD, MD, or equivalent.

Compensation

Base compensation for this position ranges from $313,000 to $406,900. Actual base compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, job-related knowledge, demonstrated skills, and geographic location. This position is also eligible for participation in our performance bonus plan and long-term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits designed to support colleagues in leading healthy lives and navigating important personal milestones.

How to apply

We invite qualified candidates to submit their application for consideration. We look forward to reviewing your materials and exploring how your experience aligns with this opportunity at Galapagos.