Head of Market Access - UK & Europe in England

Job description

We’re working with an innovative biotech advancing a first-in-class CNS/rare disease therapy as they prepare for their first commercial launch. They are now hiring a senior leader to build and lead market access strategy, starting in the UK, then expanding across key EU markets.

This is a high-impact, permanent role for someone ready to shape access strategy from the ground up.

Key responsibilities include:

• Owning UK market access planning and execution (pricing, reimbursement, HTA submission)
• Leading early engagement with MHRA, NICE, and other UK stakeholders
• Designing and scaling a European access strategy for France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and beyond
• Developing value propositions and evidence generation plans for rare/CNS indications
• Acting as a key strategic voice within global leadership and cross-functional teams

Ideal profile:

• 12–15+ years of senior market access experience across the UK and Europe
• Strong background in rare disease and/or CNS
• Track record of HTA success, pricing negotiations, and payer engagement
• Proven leadership in building and scaling access functions in biotech/pharma

This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of launch strategy and access infrastructure at a company with serious scientific credibility and a high-value asset.

Reach out in confidence to learn more or share you CV to achacksfield@barringtonjames.com

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

03-07-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English