Director, International Value & Access, Oncology

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute integrated global market access strategies across the research development and commercialization continuum.

Shape payer value propositions and access evidence packages to optimize patient access and asset value.

Partner with International Therapeutic Area teams to embed access strategies throughout the product lifecycle.

Drive the development of innovative access solutions that address payer healthcare system and patient needs across key markets.

Co-create international pricing strategies and provide strategic guidance to support sustainable access and value realization.

Collaborate with Medical Affairs Development Biomedical Research Commercial Pricing and Health Economics and Outcomes Research teams to strengthen access strategies and evidence generation.

Lead the development of payer negotiation strategies and support markets in achieving successful reimbursement outcomes.

Design and implement innovative patient access solutions contracting approaches and managed entry agreements where appropriate.

Act as a thought leader within Oncology representing access perspectives internally and in relevant external forums.

Monitor healthcare policy access payer and market trends to anticipate future opportunities and shape strategic decisions.

Essential Requirements:

Bachelors Masters Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) Medical Doctor (MD) or equivalent degree in Life Sciences Health Economics Healthcare Business or a related discipline.

Minimum 8 years of experience in Market Access within the pharmaceutical industry.

Global or ex-US regional market access experience with demonstrated success in complex international environments.

Experience working across the drug development lifecycle including early asset development and launch preparation.

Proven expertise in Market Access Pricing Health Economics and Outcomes Research or related strategic access disciplines.

Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders across matrix organizations.

Experience developing payer value propositions access evidence strategies and reimbursement approaches for innovative therapies.

Proficient English language skills both written and spoken.

Desirable Requirements:

Experience in Oncology including a strong understanding of the oncology treatment landscape payer environment and market access challenges.

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Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 159600.00 - 296400.00 CHF

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives such as relevant skills competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally such as insurance plans retirement plans wellbeing resources and global recognition addition we provide flexible and hybrid working options where possible and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

In addition to your base salary you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance -term equity awards granted at group level may also be part of your package. Further details will be provided during the application process.

Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

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