Head of Managed Access Program Delivery, Medical Communities

UCB S.A.; Anderlecht; Hybride; EUR 120 000 - 170 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UCB S.A. is seeking a Head of Managed Access Program Delivery, Medical Communities to lead access program operations from its Brussels office.

The role guides cross-functional teams across Medical Affairs, Supply, Regulatory, and Clinical Operations to ensure timely patient access while maintaining quality and compliance. The candidate should have a Master’s degree plus a healthcare-related degree and at least ten years in pharmaceutical medicine with international Medical Affairs experience,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree plus a medical or healthcare-related degree (e.g., pharmacist or MD).
• At least ten years’ experience in pharmaceutical medicine, with international Medical Affairs experience.
• Proven experience delivering Managed Access Program strategy and execution.
• Experience in clinical operations and medicine supply.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and senior stakeholder influence.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making under pressure.

Responsabilités

• Provide internal guidance to teams to design and execute Access Program plans aligning medical and business objectives.
• Drive implementation of Managed Access Program strategies with risk-based updates.
• Deliver flawless operational execution of Managed Access Programs across the portfolio.
• Manage program budgets, plans, timelines and vendor partnerships for timely delivery.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration for aligned program decisions and monitoring.
• Build organizational capability through training and long-term MA Program strategy.

Connaissances

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder influence

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Effective communication

Formation

Master’s degree + healthcare degree

Description du poste

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a Head of Managed Access Program Delivery, Medical Communities who is purpose‑driven, collaborative and forward‑thinking to join us in our Medical Affairs team, based in our UCB office in Brussels, Belgium.

About the role

You will be responsible for ensuring that people living with severe or life‑threatening conditions who have no satisfactory treatment alternatives can gain access to UCB medicines outside of clinical studies or commercial channels. You will drive excellence in Managed Access Program operations and support the development of Managed Access Program strategies across multiple indications. You will play a central role in enabling timely access to medicines while ensuring quality, compliance and cross‑functional alignment.

Who you’ll work with

You will be working in a team that partners closely with colleagues across Medical Affairs, Supply, Regulatory, Clinical Operations, Market Access, and other internal functions to deliver Managed Access Program strategies and operations. You will collaborate with senior leaders, global and regional stakeholders, and external partners to ensure consistent, high‑quality program execution and continuous improvement.

What you’ll do

• Provide internal guidance to teams to effectively design and execute Access Program operational plans that support medical and business objectives.
• Drive implementation of Managed Access Program strategies and ensure regular updates based on emerging risks, external changes or internal priorities.
• Deliver flawless operational execution of Managed Access Programs, including launch, maintenance and continuous oversight across the UCB portfolio.
• Manage program budgets, plans, timelines and vendor partnerships to secure high‑quality and timely delivery.
• Foster strong cross‑functional collaboration to enable aligned program decisions and monitoring of execution.
• Build organizational capability by identifying training needs, supporting continuous learning and contributing to long‑term Managed Access Program strategy.

Interested? For this role we’re looking for the following education, experience and skills

• Master’s degree plus a medical or healthcare‑related degree (such as pharmacist or medical doctor).
• At least ten years’ experience in pharmaceutical medicine, including significant experience in Medical Affairs in an international setting.
• Proven experience delivering Managed Access Program strategy, planning and operational execution.
• Experience in clinical operations, operationalizing medicine supply, and working in complex or evolving environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work with cross‑functional teams, influence senior stakeholders and communicate complex topics clearly.
• Strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, adaptability and the ability to make decisions in high‑pressure or ambiguous situations.

Internal applicants should be in their current job for at least 12 months, must meet performance standards and are not on formal corrective/disciplinary process (PIP), warning, final warning, or compliance warning letters within the last 12 months. Please inform your Manager or your Talent Partner before applying to any internal job opportunities.

At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description, this role is hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office, irrespective of your current contractual agreement. Should your current working arrangements differ, please contact your Talent Partner to discuss, before submitting your application.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.

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