Lead Healthcare Affairs & Patient Engagement (PSS07959)

About the Company

A leading global healthcare organization committed to advancing patient access and improving health outcomes. The company operates across multiple therapeutic areas and markets, driving innovation through science-based solutions and strategic partnerships. With a strong presence in India and a focus on sustainable growth, it offers a dynamic environment for professionals passionate about shaping the future of healthcare.

Position Overview

The Lead Healthcare Affairs & Patient Engagement role is responsible for driving the Market Access (MA) and Healthcare Affairs (HCA) strategy for the OPU in alignment with global and IMETA priorities. Reporting directly to the Head of Market Access, this position leads the development and execution of therapeutic area strategies to maximize growth, accelerate access, and shape healthcare policy. Based in Mumbai, it is an individual contributor role with high cross-functional visibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead Market Access and HCA TA strategies for the OPU, including pricing, reimbursement, and enlisting plans aligned with IMETA and local priorities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Market Access topics within assigned therapeutic areas, ensuring cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Medical, and Commercial Operations.
• Guide and review MA plans for the OPU, including resource allocation, budget, and content, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Design and implement healthcare affairs and market access strategies to proactively identify opportunities and shape the market through payer surveys, advisory boards, and research.
• Ensure launch readiness by preparing payers and budget owners to enhance patient access for new products and indications.
• Develop and execute strategies to mitigate the impact of Loss of Exclusivity (LOE), including communication plans, pricing scenarios, and second-brand strategies.
• Lead OPU projects to accelerate access and reimbursement, ensuring successful execution and sharing best practices across the region.
• Analyze healthcare trends and policies to identify access challenges and design initiatives that strengthen partnerships with health authorities.
• Prepare and adapt the therapeutic area value proposition, collaborating with brand teams to localize materials and ensure compliance with approval processes.
• Ensure readiness of value dossiers and materials to support formulary inclusion and payer engagement.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Economics, or Business Administration; Master’s in Health Economics or Pharmacoeconomics is a plus.
• Experience: 8–10 years in Market Access or Healthcare Policy.
• Leadership: Reports to the Head of Market Access; individual contributor with cross-functional influence across Marketing, Medical, and Commercial Operations.
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of the Indian healthcare ecosystem, pricing and reimbursement frameworks, and policy environment.
• Soft Skills: Strategic, analytical, and collaborative; strong problem-solving and interpersonal capabilities; able to work independently in a fast-changing environment.
• Location: Based in Mumbai.

Why Consider this Opportunity?

• Strategic leadership role shaping Market Access and Healthcare Affairs for a global healthcare leader.
• High-impact position influencing patient access and policy across key therapeutic areas.
• Opportunity to collaborate with global and regional teams within a complex, evolving healthcare ecosystem.
• Exposure to market-shaping initiatives and launch readiness for innovative therapies.
• Based in Mumbai, offering visibility and influence within a global MNC environment.

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