Takeda UK Strengthens Its Senior Leadership Team

Press Release • Nov 13, 2015

High Wycombe, November 13, 2015 (Newswire.com) - ​​Takeda UK is bolstering its Medical and Human Resources functions as Takeda continues to develop its expertise in the Specialty Care sector.

Adam Zaeske, Managing Director, who took up the post in June this year, highlights the importance of these two roles at this significant phase of Takeda’s evolution. “We are working within a constantly changing healthcare environment and the Medical function under the Medical Director’s leadership will be crucial to ensure we align and work in partnership with the NHS as we bring important new medicines to market. Additionally, we also recognise that the focus and dedication of our employees plays a vital role in ensuring patients gain access to those new medicines and so we are delighted to reinforce our commitment to the ongoing development of our employees through the appointment of a UK HR Director.”

"Takeda is committed to advancing healthcare by developing specialist medicines that meet the needs of patients, healthcare professionals and society. Our focus on that goal means we need to ensure that our employees have the right skills and experience and are truly inspired to make a real difference. The recruitment of these two new senior roles will ensure that we are perfectly positioned to deliver on our aspirations."

Adam Zaeske, Managing Director

  • Simon Meadowcroft, Medical Director - Simon has held senior positions at Novartis and GSK specialising in oncology, working with all stakeholders to develop and drive the strategy for key assets within their oncology portfolio. Simon began his career as a qualified accountant before re-training in medicine and subsequently practicing as a General Practitioner, giving him strong business and commercial insight that will be beneficial in supporting Takeda’s evolution
  • Pauline Bromley, Human Resources Director - Pauline has over 15 years’ experience working with small and large pharmaceutical organisations and joins from LEO pharma where she established effective professional and commercial HR practices to support the development of a performance driven culture. At Takeda, Pauline’s track record in leading change will have a pivotal role in aligning and building the internal competencies and resources required to ensure Takeda has the talent and resources for future success

Commenting on the new appointments, Zaeske says: “Takeda is committed to advancing healthcare by developing specialist medicines that meet the needs of patients, healthcare professionals and society. Our focus on that goal means we need to ensure that our employees have the right skills and experience and are truly inspired to make a real difference. The recruitment of these two new senior roles will ensure that we are perfectly positioned to deliver on our aspirations.”

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Cressida Ward                                                                                                   
Takeda UK Ltd                                                                                                  
+44 7818 098350                                                                                               
cressida.ward@takeda.com                                                                        

Hayley Jayawardene
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hjayawardene@liberationunlimited.com

Notes to Editors

Takeda is a research-based global company with its main focus on pharmaceuticals. As the largest pharmaceutical company in Japan and one of the global leaders of the industry, Takeda is committed to strive towards better health for people worldwide through leading innovation in medicine.

Takeda UK Ltd., located in High Wycombe, is the UK marketing and sales organisation of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited. 

Additional information about Takeda UK Ltd. is available through its website, www.takeda.co.uk

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