Head Of International Market Access

Summary

Join Ascendis Pharma as the Head of International Market Access and play a crucial role in ensuring our therapies reach patients globally. This hands-on position requires strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with various stakeholders to adapt our global strategy to local needs. Based in one of our European offices (UK, France, Spain, Germany, Denmark), this remote role involves approximately 50% travel. You will report to the VP of International Markets and work closely with other international teams. Responsibilities include market analysis, strategic planning, regulatory knowledge, stakeholder engagement, reimbursement strategy, policy advocacy, and project management. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, proven experience in market access within the life sciences industry, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Health Economics, or related field; Master’s degree or MBA is a plus
• Proven experience in market access, pricing, and reimbursement within the life sciences industry
• Strong understanding of global healthcare systems, pricing strategies, and health economics
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-cultural and cross-functional environment
• Proficiency in project management and ability to manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough market assessments to identify opportunities and challenges for product access in various regions
• Analyse the competitive landscape, pricing strategies, and reimbursement frameworks within target markets
• Help develop, guide and execute market access strategies aligned with overall business objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, marketing, and regulatory affairs, to ensure alignment on market access initiatives
• Stay updated on global health policies, regulations, and reimbursement processes affecting life sciences products
• Ensure all product offerings meet local compliance and regulatory requirements
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including partners, healthcare professionals, regulatory authorities, and payers
• Prepare engaging presentations and materials to communicate product value propositions effectively
• Develop and implement reimbursement strategies to optimize product access and affordability
• Collaborate with global health economic teams to conduct cost-effectiveness analyses and help prepare submissions to reimbursement authorities with contracted international partners
• Monitor and influence health policy developments that may impact market access
• Advocate for fair reimbursement policies and favourable market conditions for life sciences products
• Lead and manage multiple market access projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to deadlines
• Prepare progress reports and updates for senior management and other stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in endocrinology or rare diseases is highly preferred, but not mandatory
• Experience with international regulatory submissions and interactions with health authorities
• Fluency in multiple languages is a plus

Benefits

Flexibility in work hours may be necessary to accommodate global time zones