Global Payer Strategy & Access Leader

UCB Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 237,000 - 311,000; Full time

Job summary

UCB is seeking a Global Payer Head based in the US with roles across Atlanta/Boston/Raleigh, to shape global access, pricing, reimbursement, and evidence strategies for our cell therapy portfolio.

You will lead a matrixed payer sub-team, partner with asset teams and executives, and drive payer insights into development and commercialization plans to optimize value for patients and healthcare systems.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, economics, or related field.
• 8+ years in market access, pricing, health economics, or payer strategy.
• Experience developing global access and reimbursement strategies.
• Knowledge of U.S. and major international healthcare systems.
• Proven leadership in complex matrixed organizations.

Responsibilities

• Co-create long-term global asset strategy and lifecycle planning.
• Lead global access, pricing, and payer evidence strategies.
• Direct a high-performing cross-functional payer sub-team.
• Shape value propositions through payer insights and market research.
• Integrate payer requirements into evidence generation plans.
• Support global launch readiness and access strategy execution.

Skills

Market access

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Strategic planning

Global payer strategy

Education

Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, economics, or related field

PhD, PharmD, MD, MBA, or equivalent advanced qualification

Job description

UCB is seeking a Global Payer Head based in the US with roles across Atlanta/Boston/Raleigh, to shape global access, pricing, reimbursement, and evidence strategies for our cell therapy portfolio.

You will lead a matrixed payer sub-team, partner with asset teams and executives, and drive payer insights into development and commercialization plans to optimize value for patients and healthcare systems.