Job Description
About the Role We are seeking a Head of Health Economics and Market Access (HEMA) for the UK and Ireland. This senior leadership role is critical to ensuring broad patient access and reimbursement for a dynamic portfolio of innovative and mature medicines in oncology, neurosciences, and rare diseases . In an increasingly challenging market access landscape, your strategic leadership will drive the development of robust and compelling access strategies and value propositions that meet payor needs. You will play a pivotal role in securing optimal access, pricing, and reimbursement for new and existing medicines. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership&Business Partnering: Provide strategic counsel to cross-functional teams to support market access initiatives. Identify opportunities through planning, horizon scanning, and sound business proposals. Influence policies to benefit the organisation’s portfolio and pipeline. Health Economics&Outcomes Research (HEOR) and HTA Strategy: Develop and lead HTA submission dossiers for UK and Irish payors (e.g., NICE, SMC, HSE). Represent the organisation at public meetings and HTA appraisal committees. Commercial Access&Pricing Strategy: Develop optimal pricing strategies aligned with national and sub-national payor expectations. Support business units with tenders and ensure accurate interpretation of pricing structures. Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with payors, NHS bodies, and industry groups to drive business objectives. Collaborate with internal teams, patient advocacy groups, and other key stakeholders. About You Qualifications: Degree in Life Sciences or equivalent. Postgraduate qualification in Health Economics is an advantage. Experience&Skills: Extensive experience in market access, including HTA submissions for UK and Ireland. Proven leadership in strategic market access and stakeholder engagement. Strong understanding of oncology, rare diseases, or neurology . Excellent communication, influencing, and leadership skills. Why Join Us? Be part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to innovation, patient-centricity, and ethical practices . Work in an environment that values collaboration, excellence, and professional development . Make a real impact on patient access to life-changing therapies. This is an exciting opportunity to lead market access strategy in a dynamic and purpose-driven organisation. Interested? Apply today to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.