US Market Access Head - Hospital-Based Antibiotics

Page Executive; United Kingdom; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a US Head of Market Access to develop strategies for hospital-based antibiotics. Responsibilities include managing payer relationships, pricing initiatives, and team leadership. Ideal candidates have strong US market access expertise and experience in negotiating contracts. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package within the life sciences industry.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity to build a key department

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in US market access for hospital-based antibiotics.
• Track record of negotiating payer contracts and securing formulary placement.
• Experience with value-based contracting and outcomes-based reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute market access strategies for hospital antibiotics.
• Build and maintain relationships with payers and hospital systems.
• Head pricing and reimbursement initiatives.

Skills

US market access expertise

Negotiating payer contracts

Value-based contracting

Knowledge of healthcare systems

Antimicrobial resistance knowledge

Team management

Job description

• Shape US market access for life‑saving antibiotics in hospital settings.
• Drive strategic payer partnerships to shape future healthcare access.

About Our Client

Our client is a global innovator in hospital‑based therapeutics, focusing on addressing critical healthcare issues through advanced antibiotic solutions. They are focused on delivering cutting‑edge products to improve patient outcomes and combat antimicrobial resistance.

Job Description

• Develop and execute US market access strategies for hospital‑based antibiotics, ensuring optimal pricing, reimbursement, and formulary positioning.
• Build and maintain relationships with payers, PBMs, GPOs, and hospital systems to secure favorable coverage and contracting terms.
• Head pricing and reimbursement initiatives, including value‑based contracting and innovative payment models aligned with payer needs.
• Assess market trends, payer policies, and industry landscapes to inform strategic choices and identify access opportunities.
• Advocate for policies facilitating antibiotic access and stewardship, addressing barriers such as antimicrobial resistance and hospital budget constraints.
• Build, manage and mentor a market access team, ensuring compliance with U.S. healthcare regulations and driving cross‑functional alignment with commercial goals.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on one's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful US Head, Market Access should have:

• Proven expertise in U.S. market access for hospital‑based antibiotics or infectious disease products.
• Track record of negotiating payer contracts and securing favorable formulary placement.
• Experience with value‑based contracting and outcomes‑based reimbursement models.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. healthcare systems, including Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payers.
• Knowledge of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and antibiotic stewardship programs.
• Previous experience managing market access teams and driving cross‑functional alignment.

What's on Offer

• Base salary ranging from $200,000 to $325,000 USD annually.
• Performance‑based bonus of 20-25%.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to build and manage a key department within a large organization.
• Engaging work environment within the life sciences industry.

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as the US Head, Market Access, we encourage you to apply today!