Market Access Executive

• Ensure compliance with all Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease governance frameworks and policies. Explore new developments and legislative changes; communicate findings and implications to relevant teams/colleagues that could be affected and help brand teams develop appropriate responses and incorporate legislative and regulatory changes into their brand strategies.
• Work in collaboration with BU/KAM teams to understand access/funding barriers and provide strategy and support to achieve access and/or remove and mitigate access blocks.
• Develop and deliver MA strategic plans for brands, including pricing and access strategy: ensure all documentation and evidence of reimbursement dossier is properly prepared to maximize the likelihood of success.
• Participate in strategy, planning, and hands-on execution of globally and regionally aligned local external policy engagement communications to support Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease’s portfolio and reputation.
• Develop local country materials/adapt global materials (e.g., talking points, Q&As, fact sheets, etc.) and manage the internal review process.
• Contribute to policy positions and government affairs strategies aimed at delivering a favorable business environment and maximizing patient access.
• Engage with government officials, politicians, payers, trade associations, NGOs, think tanks, and other stakeholders on policy issues and reimbursement discussions.
• Conduct briefings, meetings, forums, and technical updates for legislators and regulators and their staff on issues of concern to Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease.
• Build coalitions to deliver multi-stakeholder public affairs campaigns.

Key Performance Areas:

• Delivery on Market Access
  • Effective delivery of commercial input to the market access process and team.
  • Interpretation of available evidence to support market access for Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease brands.
  • Identify evidence gaps that may inhibit market access and develop plans to fill the gaps.
• Commercial Input to New Product Planning
  • Conducts market/customer segmentation and identifies the emotional and rational drivers for each customer segment to develop value-added and compelling solutions or offerings.
  • Plan integrated cross-functional timelines, balancing the needs of quality and expediency across the business and build deliverability into launch plans.
• Cross-Functional Project Management
  • Manages/contributes to cross-functional projects optimally to achieve brand objectives.
  • Identifies and manages key interfaces with internal and external stakeholders to ensure delivery according to agreed timelines.
• Influencing Stakeholders
  • Identifies key stakeholders, both internal and external, and builds relationships with them.
  • Effectively interprets all existing and new market research to gain a good understanding of stakeholders' needs.
  • Effectively facilitates key meetings and issues.
  • Engages national/regional/local stakeholders through appropriate processes to secure access, funding for products, and shape policies.
• Maintained Administrative Systems

Education, Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Experience in Market Access and Government Relations (min 3 years)
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• Advanced in English (speaking, writing) and communication skills
• Advanced in presentation skills and analytical thinking
• Cross-functional and project management skills
• Knowledge of the local policy landscape
• Strong relationships with national stakeholders

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.