Senior Director, Market Access & Government Affairs, APAC

Edwards Lifesciences; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global healthcare innovation company in Singapore is seeking a Senior Director for Market Access & Government Affairs. This role involves leading the Market Access team, developing strategies, and engaging with stakeholders to enhance market access for innovative technologies. The successful candidate will have significant experience in reimbursement and healthcare policy, along with strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to impact healthcare policy and practice across the APAC region.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in reimbursement, health economics, or healthcare policy within a regulated industry.
• Strong knowledge of epidemiology, clinical study design, and healthcare data analysis.
• Demonstrated success in securing reimbursement and funding for medical technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integrated Market Access and Government Affairs team in APAC.
• Plan and deliver market access strategies to secure the value of Edwards innovation.
• Develop and execute government affairs strategies aligned with business objectives.

Skills

Reimbursement expertise

Healthcare policy knowledge

Project management skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Public affairs expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field

Master’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Senior Director, Market Access & Government Affairs, APAC

Type

Full time

Category

Public Affairs

Location

Job reference

Req-44204

Posted for

1 month ago

Lead the integrated Market Access and Government Affairs team in APAC, serving as the strategic partner for business units, government stakeholders, healthcare providers, societies, payers and patients. Drive market access for innovative Edwards technologies and ensure effective healthcare policy engagement.

How you will make an impact:

Plan and deliver market access strategies to secure the value of Edwards innovation in our key markets across APAC.

Navigate and influence healthcare market access processes, engaging key opinion leaders and stakeholders to shape future policies.

Monitor changes in funding environments and provide expert guidance on reimbursement and business planning.

Position Edwards as a trusted partner to government and payer stakeholders by aligning company strategies with policy priorities and advocating effectively.

Develop and execute government affairs strategies aligned with business objectives and the external policy environment.

Lead engagement with industry associations to maintain strong representation and drive effective policy.

Effectively build internal understanding and alignment around key deliverables through strong collaboration and communication.

Represent the region in leadership forums, contributing to management reviews, strategy sessions, and organizational initiatives.

Lead country based public affairs teams to deliver on key priorities for the region.

What you will need:

Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field required; master’s degree or equivalent preferred.

Proven experience in reimbursement, health economics, or healthcare policy within a regulated industry.

Demonstrated success in securing reimbursement and funding for medical technologies.

Strong knowledge of epidemiology, clinical study design, and healthcare data analysis.

Deep understanding of reimbursement and funding policies relevant to the region.

Excellent communication, project management, and leadership skills, with the ability to operate in a matrix environment.

Recognized expertise in public affairs, government affairs, and market access, with a strong network among government officials and payers.

Strong business acumen, sense of urgency, and ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. Through breakthrough technologies, world-class evidence and partnerships with clinicians and healthcare stakeholders, our employees are inspired by our patient-focused culture to deliver life-changing innovations to those who need them most.

Edwards Lifesciences is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to creating an environment where all our employees can grow and thrive. Guided by our values of integrity and service, we are committed to maintaining a culture of inclusivity and belonging by creating a welcoming workplace for people of all backgrounds.

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