(Sr.) Program Director, Late Development

(Sr.) Program Director, Late Development Program Development | Netherlands | Hybrid The opportunity Lead company-critical development programs by shaping integrated strategy, aligning functions, and driving decisions that maximize program and company value. About the role Leyden Labs is seeking a (Sr.) Program Director, Late Development to lead one or more company-critical development programs. This highly visible role will serve as the primary integrator across functions, connecting strategy, execution, governance, and decision-making throughout the development lifecycle. Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, the (Sr.) Program Director will be a key member of the Program Development team and will partner closely with scientific, clinical, regulatory, CMC, quality, operational, and external stakeholders. Key responsibilities Own the integrated late-stage development strategy and plan, aligning scientific, clinical, regulatory, CMC, quality, operational, and business priorities to maximize program and company value. Lead cross-functional program teams by setting clear objectives, priorities, deliverables, timelines, decision points, and accountability for outcomes. Build and sustain a high-performing program team that collaborates effectively, constructively challenges assumptions, and consistently delivers against shared goals. Frame strategic options, opportunities, risks, and trade-offs, and provide clear recommendations to the Executive Team and relevant governance committees. Enable timely, high-quality decisions through disciplined program governance, transparent planning, effective escalation, and concise communication of progress and recommendations. Leadership expectations Create a compelling program vision and translate it into a clear, actionable direction for the team. Lead through influence in a matrix organization, building trust and alignment across diverse functions, senior stakeholders, and external partners. Foster an inclusive culture of collaboration, transparency, accountability, constructive challenge, and shared ownership. Demonstrate sound judgment and adaptability, balancing strategic perspective with the operational discipline needed to move teams from discussion to decision.