Access Strategy Lead - Pricing and Payer Engagement

Novartis ACC; Comunidad de Madrid; On-site; EUR 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis seeks a TA Access Strategy Head to shape value, access and pricing across the product lifecycle in Spain. Based in Madrid or Barcelona, you will lead cross-functional teams and engage payers and authorities to secure optimal reimbursement and sustainable market access.

The role requires 7–10 years in market access or pricing, fluency in English and Spanish, and strong leadership in matrix environments. Relocation is not provided; candidate must be able to work in the stated locations.

Qualifications

• University degree in life sciences, health economics, public health, business, or related field.
• Fluent English and Spanish required.
• 7–10 years of market access, pricing, or related experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams of 10+.
• Experience engaging with payers and health authorities.
• Strong cross-functional leadership in matrix environments.
• Strategic and analytical capability for evidence and market access decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead integrated access and pricing strategy for the TA across launch and lifecycle.
• Guide pricing, contracting, and negotiation to optimize reimbursement.
• Lead cross-functional coordination with Commercial, Medical, HEOR/HTA, Regulatory, and Policy teams.
• Drive early access activities up to 36 months pre-launch.
• Build relationships with payers, health authorities, and stakeholders.
• Shape pricing and market access strategies across pipeline and in-market assets.
• Provide leadership and develop high-performing matrix teams.
• Incorporate market and payer insights into strategy refinement.
• Represent Novartis in negotiations and policy discussions.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

English language

Spanish language

Education

University degree in life sciences

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Novartis seeks a TA Access Strategy Head to shape value, access and pricing across the product lifecycle in Spain. Based in Madrid or Barcelona, you will lead cross-functional teams and engage payers and authorities to secure optimal reimbursement and sustainable market access.

The role requires 7–10 years in market access or pricing, fluency in English and Spanish, and strong leadership in matrix environments. Relocation is not provided; candidate must be able to work in the stated locations.