Neelam Takyar
About Neelam Takyar
Neelam Takyar is the Oncology Business Unit Head for the UK and Ireland at Bristol-Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in oncology and hematology therapy areas.
Current Role at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Neelam Takyar holds the position of Oncology Business Unit Head for the UK and Ireland at Bristol-Myers Squibb. Based in New Jersey, United States, she has been leading this segment since August 2018. Her role focuses on driving business strategies, enhancing functional capabilities, and leading a high-performing team within the oncology domain.
Previous Role in Immuno-Oncology Marketing
Before her current role, Neelam Takyar served as the Immuno-oncology Marketing Head at Bristol-Myers Squibb from 2017 to 2018. During this one-year tenure, she was responsible for marketing strategies and initiatives in the immuno-oncology field, based in New Jersey, United States.
Experience at Baxalta and Novartis
Neelam Takyar has extensive experience in the healthcare industry, having served as Business Unit Head for Haematology at Baxalta from 2016 to 2017 in Illinois, United States. She also held multiple roles at Novartis, including Business Leader for Sales and Market Access, Global Marketing Indication Lead for the Lung Franchise, Haematology Marketing Brand Manager, and Haematology Medical Affairs Manager, all based in Basel, Switzerland.
Early Career and Academic Background
Neelam began her career as a Resident Pharmacist at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust in London, England. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Pharmacy from King's College London, management studies at City, University of London, and a year of studying Economics at the University of Aberdeen. Additionally, she participated in the Leadership Development Program at Glasgow University in 2012.
Skills and Expertise in Oncology and Hematology
With extensive experience in both oncology and hematology therapy areas, Neelam Takyar has a broad multi-functional skillset and a demonstrated focus on driving results. She is passionate about building high-performing teams and has consistently strengthened functional capabilities throughout her career.