Market Access Manager

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the pharmaceutical sector is seeking a Market Access Manager to join their dynamic Sales and Marketing team. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape market access strategies for an innovative product portfolio. You will be responsible for developing strategies, conducting in-depth market research, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance product availability. If you have a proven track record in market access and a strong understanding of the NHS, this position could be your next great career move. Join a forward-thinking company and make a significant impact in the healthcare landscape.

Qualifications

• Proven success in market access roles within pharmaceuticals.
• Comprehensive understanding of the NHS and UK healthcare system.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement market access strategies across various channels.
• Conduct market research to evaluate competitor activity and policy changes.

Skills

Market Access Strategy Development

Market Research and Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Health Economics

Regulatory Compliance

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Market Access Manager – Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Products

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Walker Cole International is partnering with a leading UK-based Pharmaceutical company to appoint a Market Access Manager. This is a key opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking Sales and Marketing team, where you will help shape market access strategies for an established and innovative product portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement market access strategies across healthcare professional, community-based, and OTC channels.
2. Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to evaluate competitor activity, policy changes, and environmental factors impacting product availability.
3. Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and external stakeholders to identify and recommend new routes to market.
4. Lead market access initiatives for existing and new product opportunities within prescription and over-the-counter domains.
5. Serve as the primary liaison for key accounts, including wholesale, pharmacy chains, and key opinion leaders (KOLs).
6. Support consultations regarding product reimbursement and availability within the NHS and other healthcare settings.
7. Work closely with internal departments such as Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain to ensure successful market integration.
8. Ensure full compliance with internal quality procedures and external regulatory frameworks.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven success in market access roles within the pharmaceutical or medical device sectors.
• Commercial experience in products supplied via healthcare professional recommendation, prescription, or OTC pathways.
• Comprehensive understanding of the NHS and broader UK healthcare system, including reimbursement pathways and policy frameworks.
• Experience liaising with KOLs, patient groups, and healthcare organisations.
• Strong research and analytical skills; understanding of health economics is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.