[Hiring] Senior Pricing and Market Access Consultant @Parexel

Role Description

The Senior Pricing and Access Consultant at Parexel Access Consulting plays a pivotal role in shaping the market access and pricing strategies for pharmaceutical products. This position is integral to the successful commercialization of products, providing strategic insights and support to clients.

• Develop payer and market access-focused communications.
• Align evidence generation and economic evaluation with pricing, reimbursement, and market access strategies.
• Ensure products are strategically positioned in the market.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in pricing and market access, preferably within a consulting environment.
• At least 3 years of project management experience in pricing and market access, health technology assessment (HTA), and literature review projects.
• Experience in managing large written communication-based projects, such as global value dossiers.
• Comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical market and its dynamics.
• Strong track record of timely and high-quality project delivery, with demonstrable experience in producing client-ready deliverables.

Requirements

• Exceptional verbal and written English skills, with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills, including the ability to manage personal and team schedules to meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle multiple work-streams and lines of communication simultaneously.
• Self-motivated, ambitious, and flexible, with the ability to thrive under pressure and manage competing demands.
• Proven client-facing skills and exceptional communication skills, including presentation abilities.
• Proficient computing skills, particularly in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Education

• Bachelor’s degree with a 2:1 or above in a life science discipline; a higher degree is desirable.

Additional Potential Requirements

• Active membership in relevant industry and/or scientific/technical associations for self-development and staying current within the industry.
• Participation in internal initiatives/projects or serving as a mentor as requested by management, focusing on continuous improvement and professional development.

Day-to-day Responsibilities of this role include

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the development of comprehensive materials supporting pricing and market access, including global value dossiers, health technology appraisals, payer-focused value stories, competitor landscape assessments, and advisory board materials.
• Mentor and guide a team in the creation of these materials, ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Serve as the primary Parexel client contact during projects, advising clients on their needs and providing strategic insights.
• Craft compelling project scopes, plans, and deliverables, securing agreement from both internal and external stakeholders.
• Acquire and apply in-depth knowledge of various disease areas to strategically position products in the market.
• Assist clients in developing product value messaging and communication strategies, offering consultancy and advice to understand the disease, clinical landscape, and market dynamics.

Client Relationship Management

• Cultivate and manage client relationships effectively, ensuring scope and expectations are controlled within projects.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for future projects, expanding the client base and project portfolio.
• Exemplify leadership in client presentations and project delivery, adhering to quality assurance procedures to maintain high standards.

Team Management

• Manage and mentor junior team members within project teams, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work.
• Foster a positive working environment by motivating, supporting, and managing project teams, while maintaining open communication with senior levels.

Financial Governance

• Oversee the financial governance of projects, including regular monitoring and tracking of project finances to ensure profitability and adherence to budget constraints.