Director, Pricing and Contracting, Immunology

C028 (FCRS = CH028) Novartis Pharma AG; Basel; Hybrid; CHF 160,000 - 296,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis Pharma AG in Basel, Switzerland is seeking a Director of Pricing and Contracting, Immunology to shape global pricing and patient access for innovative Immunology medicines. This role partners with regional teams to drive launch sequencing, value-based pricing, and contracting strategies across the product lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in pricing, market access, and HTA engagements, with a strong track record in cross-functional leadership and English

Qualifications

• Min 8 years in pharma, HTA agencies, or related organizations.
• Extensive pricing, market access and commercial strategy experience.
• Strong above-country pricing and access responsibilities.
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to translate data into actions.
• Strategic thinker with business and financial acumen.
• Proven cross-functional collaboration with multiple teams.
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of pricing strategies for compounds and indications.
• Collaborate on pricing research with international functions, countries and regions.
• Design and oversee global launch sequence optimization for assets and indications.
• Develop and co-create pricing and access models with strategic recommendations.
• Provide pricing input into early-stage assets and due diligence projects.
• Act as pricing expert for assigned countries and share market insights.
• Partner with countries to conduct pricing scenario analyses and support decisions.
• Review and endorse product price proposals and monitor implementation.

Skills

Pricing strategy

Market access

Global pricing

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Advanced degree (PhD/Master) in Economics/Finance/Policy

Job description

Salary Range: CHF159,600.00 - CHF296,400.00 Band Level 6 Job Description Summary #LI-Hybrid Location: Basel, Switzerland Relocation Support: Yes Are you ready to shape pricing and access strategies for innovative Immunology medicines on a global scale? As Director, Pricing and Contracting, Immunology, you will play a critical role in developing and implementing launch and in-market pricing strategies that maximize patient access and optimize the long-term value of Novartis assets. Reporting to the Executive Director, Pricing and Contracting, Immunology, you will partner closely with Therapeutic Areas, Strategy & Growth, Access, Health Economics and Outcomes Research, Finance, Policy, and key markets to drive strategic pricing decisions across the product lifecycle. This highly collaborative international role offers the opportunity to influence pricing strategy, launch sequencing, business case development, and contracting approaches while serving as a trusted advisor to stakeholders across regions and countries. If you are passionate about solving complex market access challenges, collaborating across diverse teams, and shaping the future of pricing innovation, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful global impact.

Job Description Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of pricing strategies for assigned compounds and indications, ensuring alignment with brand and market access objectives.
• Collaborate on pricing research with international functions, countries, and regions to identify competitive trends and pricing opportunities.
• Design and oversee global launch sequence optimization for assigned assets and indications to maximize pricing and access outcomes.
• Develop and co-create pricing and access models, providing strategic recommendations to optimize value realization.
• Provide pricing input into early-stage assets and due diligence projects, including price, dosing, endpoint, comparator selection, and loss of exclusivity strategies.
• Act as a pricing expert for assigned countries and share insights on key market developments and emerging trends.
• Partner regularly with countries to conduct pricing scenario analyses and support local pricing decision-making processes.
• Review and endorse product price proposals, monitor implementation of pricing and contracting decisions, support pricing documentation requirements, and drive best-practice sharing across regions and functions.

Essential Requirements

• Min 8 years of experience in pharmaceutical companies, Health Technology Assessment agencies, healthcare consultancies, or related organizations.
• Extensive experience in pricing, market access, and commercial strategy across multiple brands and therapeutic areas.
• Strong above-country experience, including regional or global pricing and access responsibilities.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and financial understanding.
• Demonstrated success working across functions, including Therapeutic Areas, Value & Access, Strategy & Growth, and Finance teams.
• Experience preparing and negotiating reimbursement submissions, Health Technology Assessment engagements, and pricing strategies with payers in major markets.
• Proficient English, both written and spoken.

Desirable Requirements

• Advanced degree such as a Doctor of Philosophy, Master's degree, or equivalent qualification in Mathematics, Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, Health Policy, Health Economics, or a related field.
• Experience within the Immunology therapeutic area.

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Benefits:

Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally: Novartis Life Handbook Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 159,600.00 - 296,400.00 CHF The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave. In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. Long-term equity awards granted at group level may also be part of your package. Further details will be provided during the application process. Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Skills Desired

Cross-Functional Collaboration, Data Analysis, Employee Development, Finance, Health Economics, Health Technology Assessment (HTA), Influencing Skills, Innovation, Inspirational Leadership, People Management, Pharmacoeconomics, Process Management, Product Launches, Project Management, Real World Evidence (RWE), Regulatory Compliance, Research Methodologies, Results-Oriented, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Statistical Analysis, Value Propositions Improving the lives of people living with disease takes more than innovative science. It takes a focus on the needs of people and a community committed to meeting them. It takes a team of people like you. Working together. Learning together. Thriving together. Discover how you can join us in changing people’s lives.

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