Value and Patient Access Manager

Job Description

We are currently looking for a: Value and Patient Access Manager Department of External Affairs

Responsibilities

• Design and execute market access strategies across key therapeutic areas
• Lead HTA (health technology assessment) submissions by integrating scientific and economic evidence
• Develop and apply quantitative models (e.g., budget impact, cost-effectiveness) to support access decisions
• Translate complex data into strategic insights for internal and external stakeholders
• Identify data gaps and coordinate research with internal teams and external partners
• Craft and communicate compelling value propositions tailored to product and therapeutic area needs
• Monitor health policy and legislative changes, anticipating access risks and opportunities
• Build stakeholder engagement platforms to reinforce product value
• Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and share best practices across diverse teams
• Foster an inclusive environment that values diverse viewpoints in shaping access strategies and decision-making

Requirements

• Degree educated in a relevant scientific discipline
• MSc in social or health sciences (Economics, Health Economics/Policy/Management), preferably with a strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, or quantitative analysis
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Market Access positions in the pharmaceutical sector or Health Economics, Health Policy positions in other sectors (Academia, Consulting etc)
• Advanced quantitative skills, including experience with budget impact models, cost-effectiveness analysis, and epidemiological modeling
• Strong analytical and data synthesis skills, with expertise in tools such as Excel, Power BI, or statistical software (e.g., R, SAS, Python)
• Experience in oncology, vaccines, cardiovascular disease and immunology will be considered as an asset
• Excellent understanding of the Greek health care system and of the pharmaceuticals P&R system is preferred
• Experience in developing and submitting HTA dossiers to the health authorities is preferred
• Ability to understand and clearly communicate scientific and economic topics
• Ability to combine strategic vision with tactical hands-on execution and a high work capacity
• Ability to analyze information and assess risk potential
• Proficient Greek and English (written & spoken)
• Commitment to inclusive collaboration and openness to diverse perspectives across teams and stakeholders

We offer an attractive compensation package, outstanding benefits, and an exciting work environment with varied tasks in an international environment

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Business Management, Data Analysis, Health Economic Modeling, Health Economics, Health Economics Research, Market Access

Preferred Skills:

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Job Posting End Date:

09/8/2026

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