UK & Ireland Market Access Director

Meet Life Sciences Ltd.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Career development

Competitive salary

On-site role

Work-life balance

Job summary

Meet Life Sciences Ltd. is seeking a Market Access Director to shape access strategies for products, working with commercial, medical, and external partners.

This on-site role in Amsterdam involves leading policy and reimbursement discussions and building cross-functional collaborations to drive value. The ideal candidate brings extensive market access experience, strong stakeholder management in the UK & Ireland, and a track record of strategic leadership in the life sciences sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in market access, reimbursement, or healthcare policy.
• Proven ability to engage with health authorities and payers in the UK & Ireland.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to translate market insights into strategic plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of market access strategies tailored to regional healthcare landscapes.
• Manage relationships with health authorities, payers, and stakeholders to enable product access.
• Collaborate across internal teams and external partners to drive strategic initiatives.
• Drive policy and reimbursement discussions to support product uptake and value demonstration.
• Analyze market trends and payer policies to inform access planning.
• Ensure activities comply with regulatory and ethical standards.

Skills

Healthcare market access

Payer relations (UK & Ireland)

Leadership

Strategic planning

Policy understanding

Education

Degree in life sciences/health policy

Tools

Regulatory affairs tools

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading life sciences organization as a Market Access Director overseeing the UK and Ireland. You will play a vital role in shaping market strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving access to innovative solutions. If you’re motivated by making an impact in healthcare and eager to grow your leadership experience, this role offers a rewarding pathway.

About our client

Our client is a globally recognized organization dedicated to advancing healthcare solutions through scientific innovation. They aim to improve patient outcomes by ensuring new therapies and technologies reach the right markets efficiently. This role supports their mission by leading market access strategy within the UK and Ireland.

The opportunity (Role summary)

As the UK & Ireland Market Access Director, you will develop and execute strategies to optimize market access for cutting-edge healthcare products. You will work closely with commercial, medical, and external partners to ensure alignment and impactful delivery. This on-site role offers the chance to lead in a dynamic environment, with occasional travel as needed.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development of market access strategies tailored to regional needs and healthcare landscapes.
• Manage relationships with health authorities, payers, and other key stakeholders to facilitate product access.
• Build collaborative partnerships across internal teams and external organizations to drive strategic initiatives.
• Drive policy and reimbursement discussions to support product uptake and value demonstration.
• Analyze market trends and payer policies to inform proactive access planning.
• Ensure all activities comply with regulatory and ethical standards while aligning with company goals.

What you’ll bring

• Extensive experience in healthcare market access, reimbursement, or healthcare policy.
• Proven success in managing relationships with health authorities and payers within the UK and Ireland.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of influencing cross-functional teams.
• Ability to develop strategic plans based on market insights and data.
• Relevant experience in the life sciences sector, particularly in healthcare access or policy.

Compensation & benefits

This role offers a competitive salary package, with a structured bonus plan. The position includes attractive benefits designed to support your professional growth and work-life balance.

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