One of the most experienced pharmacovigilance and pharmacoepidemiology experts in the world.
Specialist Pharmacovigilance Consultant Germany
Professor Saad Shakir
Global Expert in Pharmacovigilance & Pharmacoepidemiology
★★★★★
“Collaborating with Professor Saad Shakir at Adroit Vigilance has significantly benefited our organisation. His pharmacovigilance and pharmacoepidemiology expertise deepens our drug safety understanding and fosters team adaptability. His guidance enhances patient outcomes and ensures proactive industry responses. We value his impactful commitment to excellence.”
– Dr. Edmund Burke
Pharmacovigilance Consultant Germany
Pharmacovigilance Consultant Germany
Saad Shakir is a leading expert in pharmacovigilance and pharmacoepidemiology in Europe.
Saad Shakir is a highly respected Pharmacovigilance Consultant in Germany, offering senior-level expertise across pharmacovigilance, pharmacoepidemiology, and risk management. His distinguished career includes leadership roles within the UK Regulatory Authority, GSK, and RPR, followed by his tenure as Director of the Drug Safety Research Unit in Southampton. In June 2025, he launched his independent consultancy, providing specialist drug safety consultancy services and Pharmacovigilance Training UK to organisations in Germany seeking regulatory excellence, compliance, and robust safety governance.
As an experienced Pharmacovigilance Consultant in Germany, Saad has advised on complex and high-profile drug safety challenges, including product withdrawals, usage restrictions, deregulation initiatives, and critical safety programmes. He combines strong clinical insight with advanced pharmacovigilance and epidemiological expertise, underpinned by an in-depth understanding of UK and EU regulatory frameworks. His experience includes leading PASS studies focused on risk management, risk minimisation strategies, and the generation of high-quality real-world observational data.
Saad provides strategic leadership on safety submissions and regulatory responses, working with many of the world’s top twenty pharmaceutical companies, as well as medium-sized and emerging life sciences organisations operating in Germany and across Europe. Beyond industry, he has advised regulatory authorities and international institutions, serving as Chair or member of Safety Advisory Boards and Data Safety Monitoring Committees.
A prolific author and recognised authority in his field, Saad has contributed to book chapters and published hundreds of peer-reviewed journal articles and conference abstracts spanning pharmacovigilance, pharmacoepidemiology, and risk management. He also serves on the editorial boards of leading journals, including Drug Safety and Pharmacoepidemiology and Drug Safety.
Committed to advancing global education and professional development, Saad leads international initiatives and delivers Pharmacovigilance Training in the UK, Germany, and worldwide. As a sought-after Pharmacovigilance Consultant in Germany, he regularly delivers keynote lectures at scientific conferences, championing best practice, regulatory compliance, and excellence in drug safety.
Professor Saad Shakir
MB ChB, LRCP&S FRCP FISPE MRCGP
Global Drug Safety Consultancy & Pharmacovigilance Consultant Germany
Saad Shakir is a highly respected Pharmacovigilance Consultant in Germany and a recognised authority in pharmacovigilance and pharmacoepidemiology across Europe. He delivers expert Pharmacovigilance Training in the UK and internationally for professionals and organisations seeking regulatory excellence, compliance, and best practice in drug safety. Saad has held senior leadership roles across pharmacovigilance, pharmacoepidemiology, and risk management within the UK Regulatory Authority, GSK, and RPR, before serving as Director of the Drug Safety Research Unit in Southampton.
In June 2025, Saad founded his independent consultancy, Adroit Vigilance, providing specialist pharmacovigilance consultancy, advanced training programmes, and strategic drug safety expertise. As an experienced Pharmacovigilance Consultant in Germany, he supports organisations in navigating complex European regulatory frameworks while strengthening pharmacovigilance systems, compliance standards, and risk management strategies.
Our Services
Drug safety services are essential to safeguarding patient wellbeing and maintaining trust in healthcare systems worldwide. A Pharmacovigilance Consultant in Germany plays a critical role in this process by overseeing the ongoing monitoring and evaluation of adverse drug reactions, carrying out robust risk assessments, and implementing effective risk minimisation strategies in line with EU and international regulatory requirements.
Through the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of safety data, a Pharmacovigilance Consultant in Germany helps identify potential medicine-related risks at an early stage, supporting informed clinical decision-making and proactive regulatory action. High-quality Pharmacovigilance Training in the UK and across Europe is equally important, equipping professionals with the knowledge and practical expertise required to promote the safe use of medicines, prevent misuse, and uphold best practice in pharmacovigilance.
With a strong focus on patient safety, regulatory compliance, and therapeutic effectiveness, pharmacovigilance and drug safety services contribute to improved patient outcomes and reinforce long-term confidence in pharmaceutical products and healthcare providers.
Consultancy & Advice
We provide expert consultancy and advice in the fields of pharmacovigilance and pharmacoepidemiology. Our services include:
Risk Management: We handle risk management and risk minimization, including monitoring its effectiveness.
Safety Studies: We conduct Real World Studies and PASS (Post-Authorisation Safety Studies).
Benefit/Risk Evaluation: We perform thorough benefit/risk evaluations.
Regulatory Submissions: We assist with pharmacovigilance submissions and responses to regulatory authorities.
ADR Assessment: We provide assessment of single and clusters of Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) reports.
Specialised Boards: Saad is experienced in working with Data Safety Management Boards and Advisory Committees.
Medicolegal Work: We also undertake medicolegal work.
Training & Education
Our courses deliver the essential knowledge and practical skills required for the safe handling, management, and administration of medicines. Through Pharmacovigilance Training UK, participants complete structured modules covering drug classifications, adverse effects, and best practice guidance for storage, handling, and disposal. Learning is supported by expert-led sessions, real-world case studies, and practical exercises, enabling attendees to identify, assess, and mitigate medication-related risks across a range of settings. Strong emphasis is placed on regulatory compliance, ethical responsibility, and patient safety, equipping healthcare professionals, pharmacists, and medicine management teams with the confidence to maintain the highest standards of care.
We are committed to training and education on a wide range of topics in pharmacovigilance and pharmacoepidemiology. Our training is delivered through various formats:
Delivery Methods: Training can be delivered online, hybrid, or face-to-face.
Training Options: We offer in-house training, specific training courses, and conferences.
Collaborative Projects
As a Pharmacovigilance Consultant in Germany, we actively participate in international collaborative projects designed to advance pharmacovigilance standards and enhance patient safety. These initiatives drive innovation within the field, promote regulatory best practice, and contribute to improved patient outcomes across Europe and beyond.
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