OverviewThe Senior Value & Access Manager is responsible for driving market access and value strategies for AbbVie's portfolio across Australia and New Zealand.
Based in Sydney, this role focuses on securing timely and sustainable patient access to therapies by developing and executing strategic market access plans and leading submissions to PBAC, MSAC, and PHARMAC.Robust collaboration with internal stakeholders and engagement with external partners are essential.
Success depends on a keen understanding of healthcare systems, analytical skills, and proven expertise in securing product listings within complex regulatory environments.
This is a 12-month max-term contract for 3 days per week.Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesLead preparation of PBAC, MSAC and PHARMAC submissions, including writing explicit, evidence-based content, with accountability for quality, alignment, and delivery timelines.Serve as the market access lead on cross-functional teams, delivering reliable access and payer insights to shape strategy and inform business planning.Lead reimbursement feasibility assessments for pipeline assets to support portfolio prioritisation and resource allocation.Monitor the evolving reimbursement and policy landscape in Australia and New Zealand and contribute to stakeholder engagement activities that support access objectives.Collaborate with regional and global teams to ensure local access insights inform evidence planning and support alignment on access and pricing strategy.Provide input into reimbursement and pricing assumptions for financial planning cycles.Coach/mentor less experienced market access colleagues.Represent AbbVie externally with Department of Health, Medicines Australia and external experts relevant to portfolio as required.Report any adverse event within 24 hours as per AbbVie's policies and procedures.Proactively participate in AbbVie's WHS programs, adhere to policies and promote a safe work environment.Adhere to AbbVie's internal codes of conduct and compliance processes.Other ad hoc duties such as administrative tasks as requested.QualificationsTertiary qualifications in Biomedical, Science, Public Health, Health Economics, or Business AdministrationExtensive experience in market access, health economics, or related roles within the pharmaceutical industryStrong understanding of the ANZ healthcare system and reimbursement processesExperience in Market Access strategy development and advanced capability in HTA submissions with clear, evidence-based value propositionsDemonstrated ability to lead projects independently, including management of external vendors and project timelinesStrong strategic & analytical thinking with the ability to identify and interpret complex issues and provide recommendations to senior managementExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor content to technical and non-technical audiencesProven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and matrix environmentsAbility to adapt to evolving customer needs within a changing environmentFlexibility and AvailabilityIn line with Australia's Right to Disconnect legislation, AbbVie recognises employees' right to refuse contact outside working hours.
There may be occasions where meetings outside standard hours are required in our international, matrixed environment.
We value flexibility and will support reasonable adjustments as needed.Additional InformationWays We Work: All For One AbbVie; Decide Smart & Sure; Agile & Accountable; Clear & Courageous; Make Possibilities Real.Code of Conduct & Business Integrity: AbbVie is committed to high standards of ethics and legal compliance.
All employees are responsible for maintaining the company's reputation.
Bribery or illegal gratification is ground for immediate dismissal.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.US & Puerto Rico only: for equal employment opportunity and accommodations details, visit AbbVie's join-us pages.Location & SeniorityLocation: Sydney, NSW, Australia; Referrals acknowledgedSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Information TechnologyIndustries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research
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📌 Senior Value & Access Manager
🏢 Abbvie
📍 New South Wales