Overview
Lead the development of global asset value strategies and drive global & local execution of value communication to optimise patient access. Lead the design and execution of the Rescue Therapies engagement strategy for EU level stakeholders, Govt., Ministry of Health & other national public bodies, plus NGO & Voluntary sector stakeholders. Lead the design and execution of global payer research to understand primary value drivers and requirements for sustainable access across geographies / indications. Lead cross-functional development of core payer tools (e.g., global value dossiers, health economic models, payer objection handlers, budget impact models) to support reimbursement submissions, and regional/local access in-country. Local Pull-Through & Training - Optimize country-level execution by designing fit-for-purpose payer engagement practices, training programs, and mock negotiations. Partner with Medical and R&D for evidence generation collaboration to identify data gaps, shape pre- and post-launch evidence generation plans, and manage external vendor budgets. Cross-Functional Leadership, serving as a core market access representative within the '3M' (Market Access, Medical, Marketing) global asset teams to align strategies with payer needs. Collaborate with the Pricing & Tender Centre of Excellence to inform global pricing frameworks through insight-driven research and modeling. Horizon Scanning & Market Insights, Leading continuous monitoring of changing policy, regulatory, and competitive landscapes to anticipate impacts on healthcare systems. Policy Stakeholder Engagement - Drive the development of government affairs strategies, supporting local teams in compliantly engaging policy stakeholders regarding pricing trends. Conduct rigorous pricing, reimbursement, and HTA due diligence assessments to maximize value for geographic expansion and business development opportunities.
Qualifications
- Degree in Life Sciences or Health Economics, BSc, MSc or PhD preferred
- Proven global Market Access experience (industry or consulting); experience with mature brands and the opioid addiction treatment therapeutic area is highly desirable
- Strong experience in Government Affairs / Policy
- Experience in product launches / expansions and the associated policy change requirements
- HTA & Market Access Expertise: In-depth understanding of global HTA systems, cross-border structural differences, value assessment principles, cost-utility analysis, and outcomes research.
- Value Strategy & Architecture: Proven ability to develop global HTA and early advice strategies, successfully translating payer insights into localized execution to deliver tangible commercial outcomes.
- External Stakeholder Engagement: Track record of identifying and engaging regional/global payer networks, conducting horizon scanning, and supporting local P&R negotiations and policy advocacy.
- Analysis & Business Development: Experienced in leading P&R research programs, collaborating on global pricing assumptions, and providing expert market access due diligence for business development opportunities.
- Innovative Solution Design: Ability to propose, test, and implement strategic frameworks and value-based contracting models that create win-win outcomes for the business and external stakeholders.
- Capability Building: Skilled in designing and delivering market access training, value argumentation toolkits, and negotiation objection handlers to upskill country-level teams.
- Governance & Compliance: Knowledgeable in compliance frameworks, with the ability to develop SOPs and rigorously review/approve models and submissions to ensure total alignment with industry standards.
- Project Management: Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage, and successfully execute multiple complex, cross-functional projects concurrently.
- Influence & Communication: Exceptional cross-functional influencing skills (driving action without direct authority) coupled with excellent written, verbal, and presentation competencies for all organizational levels.