Cell Therapy Account Executive (UK South)

Autolus Therapeutics; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Autolus Therapeutics is seeking a Cell Therapy Account Executive (South UK) to develop and manage relationships with Advanced Therapy Treatment Centers in the UK & Ireland. You will drive utilization of AutolusCAR-T therapies, coordinate cross-functional activities, and deliver a seamless customer experience.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic account planning, and the ability to travel within the UK.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with significant industry experience.
• Strong clinical knowledge in haematology/oncology.
• Deep understanding of cell therapy and treatment logistics.
• ABPI certification preferred.
• Proven account management with large accounts.

Responsibilities

• Develop executive relationships with ATTCs and account stakeholders.
• Drive appropriate utilization of Autolus’ CAR-T therapies within the account.
• Coordinate all operational activities within accounts (site qualification, setup, patient treatment).
• Provide Medical Affairs insights from interactions with healthcare professionals.
• Support at professional meetings and engage with TLs to relay data and messaging.

Skills

Account management

CAR-T therapies

Cross-functional leadership

UK & Ireland market

Relationship building

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree + significant industry experience

Job description

Job Title: Cell Therapy Account Executive (South UK)

Reports to Managing director UK and Ireland

Department: Commercial

Hours: Full Time

Location: United Kingdom and Ireland (Remote)

About Autolus

Autolus is a biopharmaceutical company, advancing innovative therapies at both clinical and commercial stages of development, focused on next-generation, programmed T cell therapies for the treatment of cancer. Using a broad suite of proprietary and modular T cell programming technologies, the company is engineering precisely targeted, controlled, and highly active T cell therapies designed to better recognize cancer cells, break down their defence mechanisms, and eliminate these cells. Autolus has a pipeline of product candidates in development for the treatment of haematological malignancies, solid tumours, and autoimmune diseases.

Why Autolus

Our team is passionate in the pursuit of excellence and in pushing the boundaries of cancer therapy and autoimmune diseases to deliver life-changing treatments to patients. Whilst working at Autolus you will enjoy a flexible, diverse, and dynamic working environment which actively promotes creativity, leadership and teamwork. In addition to this Autolus is proud to offer a competitive salary, performance related bonus as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Autolus is developing complex, breakthrough therapies for a globally diverse market and equally recognises that diversity amongst our people is critical to our mission. As we draw on our differences, what we’ve experienced, and how we work, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Role Summary

The Cell Therapy Account Manager has primary responsibility for developing the relationship with Autolus’ Advanced Therapy Treatment Center’s (ATTCs) in their respective region and serves as the ATTC’s primary point of contact with Autolus.

In this role, the CTAM is responsible for driving appropriate utilization of Autolus’ CAR T therapies within the account and ensuring the delivery of a seamless customer experience. To accomplish these goals, the CTAE will cultivate strong relationships with account stakeholders, coordinate all of Autolus’ activities within the ATTC, develop Cross-functional strategic account plans and communicate the value of CAR T therapy to key account stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Develop Autolus’ relationship within account including executive administration.

• Build and maintain account profile for each aligned ATTC
• Develop significant business relationships with senior account level leadership, Thought Leaders (TLs) and other decision makers / key stakeholders
• Serve as primary point of contact for the ATTC and collaborate with Autolus colleagues to create a streamlined, organized interface
• Identify and understand the needs of account stakeholders and collaborate with Autolus cross- functional colleagues (e.g. Marketing, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Quality) to find or develop solutions

Manage day-to-day operations within account, including:

• Define the on-boarding strategy and lead the co-ordination activation process for all ATTCs in territory.
• Coordinate all Autolus operational activities (e.g. site qualification, site setup, patient treatment)
• Manage compliance-related activities (e.g. periodic audits)
• Provide clinical instruction to clinical staff (e.g. AE Management Guide, Package Insert [PI])
• Oversee activities in patient treatment areas to ensure Chain of Identify (COI) per SOP protocols
• Identifies and onboards additional sites to expand the number of ATTCs in the UK.

Drive appropriate utilization within account(s)

• Assess performance of Autolus’ therapies within account and develop and execute strategic account plans to drive appropriate utilization
• Working in close collaboration with Marketing and Medical Affairs, routinely meet with key ATTC stakeholders to educate on the use of Autolus’ therapies and communicate the latest approved messaging and clinical data
• Maintain clinical expertise in basic principles of Haematology, Immunology, aALL disease and treatment and Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation

Support key Autolus strategic activities

• Provide Medical Affairs colleagues with appropriate feedback and insights from interactions with healthcare professionals (HCPs)
• Provide support at professional meetings, including staffing exhibits, reporting on scientific sessions, and facilitating meetings with TLs
• Facilitate and provide timely feedback to appropriate Autolus management regarding account business trends, changes in the therapeutic landscape, industry issues and business opportunities
• Cultivate relationships and actively participate in grassroots advocacy / engagement activities within territory to align with regional and national initiatives
• Operate in compliance with all laws, regulations and policies that govern the conduct of Autolus activities
• Identify, communicate and manage site specific symposiums and clinical opportunities dealing with aALL and CAR-T.

Demonstrated skills and competencies

P – Preferred

Experience

• Demonstrated record of successful CAR-T Oncology Account Management (P)
• Experienced leader with CAR T launch experience with 1 or more CAR T Products in the UK (P)
• Proven history of leading cross-functional teams and cultivating B2B opportunities (P)
• Experienced in attaining customer insights and driving change in day-to-day operations (P)
• Ability to operate in an environment with little direction and produce exceptional results (P)
• 80% field based with ability to travel in the UK (E)

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree + significant industry experience

Skills/Specialist knowledge

• Demonstrated record of successful account management in large accounts (direct or indirect line leadership experience) and strong brand differentiation skills
• Deep clinical expertise in haematology / oncology disease and understanding of treatment landscape
• Strong clinical understanding of cell therapy and ability to manage complex treatment logistics
• Ability to appropriately access and handle business information in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and / or Autolus policies. ABPI certified preferred

Autolus Core Competencies

Focus on Results:

Works to meet business goals set by management and leaders

Builds Trust and Relationships:

Ensures trust with internal and external partners by delivering on commitments

Resilience:

Has the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness

Communicates and Collaborates:

Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet objectives

Autolus is committed to the protection of the personal information that we collect & process and we are fully compliant with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)

Autolus is committed to providing an inclusive and fair workplace for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We also provide reasonable accommodations where appropriate.