Hey guys, I want to move to client (pharma) side after 10 years on agency side with experience in medcomms & med affairs related functions in the Canadian and US markets. Finding it very difficult to get my foot in through the door in associate medical director/medical director type of roles.

Any help appreciated.

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Not sure if you found a path yet OP, but you often have to start at a lower title in commercial than agency, unless you get really lucky.

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