Marketing & Promotions Officer in London

52773Posted: 24/07/2026London, United KingdomPermanentHead of Market AccessRole OverviewThe Head of Market Access will provide strategic and operational leadership across the central payer marketing and field-based market access teams within an assigned therapeutic area. The role will establish a clear vision, set expectations, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure strong collaboration across the wider organisation. The successful candidate will lead the development and execution of impactful market access strategies supporting broader business unit objectives, with a focus on optimising patient access and the successful launch and commercialisation of innovative medicines. Working closely with senior cross-functional stakeholders, the TA Head of Market Access will align strategy, resources, and execution across Market Access, Commercial, Medical, Regulatory, Health Economics, Pricing, and other relevant functions. The role will also contribute actively to the wider Market Access and Business Unit leadership teams. Key ResponsibilitiesAct as a core member of the Business Unit leadership team, contributing to overall brand and business strategy and translating strategic priorities into clear market access objectives. Lead the central payer marketing team in developing and implementing robust market access strategies for both established and pipeline products. Foster strong collaboration across Commercial, Medical, Regulatory, Health Economics, Pricing, and other relevant functions, as well as with regional and international colleagues. Work closely with cross-functional leadership to ensure effective collaboration between field-based Market Access, Sales, and Medical teams, driving consistent execution and high-impact outcomes. Establish clear objectives, strategic priorities, and high-quality implementation plans across the team and relevant cross-functional workstreams. Monitor key performance indicators and progress against strategic objectives, identifying risks and making appropriate adjustments where required. Assess and agree annual and ongoing resource requirements in collaboration with Business Unit and Market Access leadership. Maintain a strong understanding of competitor activity, healthcare policy, reimbursement developments, and other external factors that may impact the therapeutic area, taking appropriate action where necessary. Provide strategic market access input into early-stage pipeline assets and future portfolio opportunities within the assigned therapeutic area. Strengthen strategic alignment between central payer marketing and field-based Market Access teams, ensuring consistent and impactful execution of agreed strategies and tactics. Support ongoing training, capability development, and knowledge sharing across the team to meet current and future business needs. Identify and develop talent within the Market Access function, supporting career development and establishing a strong succession pipeline for critical roles. Actively contribute to the Market Access Leadership Team and wider Business Unit leadership team, taking ownership of broader strategic initiatives as required. Serve as a key point of contact for regional and international Market Access leadership within the assigned therapeutic area, supporting both established brands and upcoming launches. Qualifications and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business, Marketing, or another relevant discipline. Postgraduate qualification in Health Economics, Business, Market Access, or a related field is desirable. Significant leadership experience within the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or broader healthcare sector. Demonstrable success in building, leading, and developing high-performing teams. Excellent analytical capabilities combined with strong commercial and financial acumen. Direct experience with Health Technology Assessment (HTA) and a strong understanding of health economics and cost-effectiveness principles. Good understanding of the UK pharmaceutical regulatory and industry compliance environment. Addresses performance and behavioural issues promptly, fairly, and constructively. Sets clear, ambitious objectives that encourage team members to continuously improve and deliver exceptional performance. Develops future leaders through coaching, mentoring, stretch assignments, and targeted learning opportunities.