Market Access Director – UK & Ireland
A leading global pharmaceutical organisation is seeking an experienced Market Access Director to shape and deliver national and regional access strategies across the UK and Ireland. This is a senior, high‑impact role responsible for driving successful HTA outcomes, pricing strategy, and stakeholder engagement for both early and late‑stage assets.
The Role
You will lead the execution of UK & ROI market access strategies, ensuring optimal pricing, reimbursement, and HTA success. This includes oversight of NICE, SMC and NCPE submissions, evidence planning input, and national payer negotiations.
You will also build and manage relationships with key external stakeholders, including national HTA bodies and payer groups, while providing strategic insights to internal cross‑functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead national and regional market access strategies for pipeline and launched products
* Manage all HTA processes (NICE, SMC, NCPE), including vendor oversight
* Shape evidence generation plans based on evolving HTA requirements
* Drive pricing strategy, internal approvals, and payer negotiations
* Develop and execute stakeholder engagement plans across the UK & ROI
* Provide strategic insights to support business development and competitive assessments
* Ensure cross‑functional alignment on access strategy and policy developments
About You
* Strong HEOR expertise with a track record of achieving reimbursement across UK & ROI
* Deep understanding of national and regional access pathways and payer environments
* Experience working within a matrix organisation
* Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and relationship‑building skills
* Knowledge of ABPI Code of Practice
* Degree in Life Sciences, Economics or related field (postgraduate Health Economics desirable)
Working Model
Hybrid working with 2–3 days per week in the office, plus occasional travel.