Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, (https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbvie/) Facebook, Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/abbvie/), X (https://twitter.com/abbvie) and YouTube. (https://www.youtube.com/user/AbbVie) Job Description The Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Lead reports into the Head of HTA and will be based out of our offices in Maidenhead. The HTA Lead will lead a team of HTA and Health Economics Managers to support the launch of AbbVie's pipeline medicines, reporting to the Head of HTA and Health Economics. The HTA Lead will ensure the creation, development, and delivery of strategies and materials to secure optimal recommendations for our medicines across the UK. The position is office-based, working closely with the UK cross-functional team, and global and area teams. Lead a team of HTA Managers and HE Managers in the development of high-quality HTA submissions for AbbVie products in their therapeutic specialism Provide training to foster team expertise in conducting HTA/HE activities in the relevant therapeutic specialism Line management of the team including objective setting, professional development plans, workload planning and short- and long-term staffing strategies Oversee effective HTA and HE strategy development across all assets and indications, ensuring appropriate, timely and effective communication with key cross-functional partners Maintain up-to-date knowledge on key process and technical developments across the UK HTA environment Support HE managers in development and adaptation of global HE deliverables and HTA managers in development of HTA strategy and submissions Sign-off on HTA submissions and HE deliverables before submission Manage HTA activity budget across all products in their therapeutic specialism portfolio Active engagement with global functions to shape core materials (e.g. global value dossier) to meet current and future UK HTA needs Build and maintain good relationships with key individuals within UK HTA bodies Qualifications Degree in Life Sciences or other relevant area with advanced degree in Health Economics or related area Experienced in leading teams and developing people A deep understanding of UK HTA processes and methods Skilled in developing strategies to secure positive recommendations from UK HTA bodies Experience of developing submissions and materials for HTA bodies and managing the process Experience and strong ability in working collaboratively across matrix functions Key Behaviours Inspires and motivates others toward a shared purpose. Influences colleagues to achieve cross-functional alignment. Creates an inclusive environment where all direct reports can succeed. Makes timely, high-quality decisions with less than perfect information. Sets clear goals that challenge direct reports to raise the bar on performance Acts respectfully yet courageously; says what needs to be said. Communicates openly and honestly with all colleagues. Persistent and resilient -finds the way to move good ideas forward. Removes obstacles and provides support that enables direct reports to achieve results Additional Information AbbVie's UK offices in Maidenhead prioritize accessibility and employee well-being, creating a welcoming environment for everyone. The office includes a large car park for easy access, as well as step-free entry, accessible restrooms, and elevators to accommodate individuals with mobility challenges. The workspace features assistive technologies and adaptable workstations, fostering an inclusive culture. Additionally, there is a dedicated quiet zone for those who prefer to work without distraction. This area maximizes natural light and is strategically positioned for easy access with minimal noise disturbances. If you need specific information or have questions about accessibility arrangements, please let us know during the process. AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.? Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html