Job Description

For our office in Vienna (hybrid working model) we are recruiting for a 

Head of Access and External Engagement (f/m/d)

About This Role:
The Head of Access and External Engagement (f/m/d) is a crucial member of the Affiliate Leadership Team  and has primary responsibility for planning and managing market access and pricing activities for in-line and launch products for the Affiliate market.

Among other responsibilities, this includes development of reimbursement/value dossiers, development /implementation of economic budget impact models and management of regular reference pricing reviews as well as development of pricing models and business cases for internal and/or external partners. The incumbent will be responsible for patient access to Biogen current and future products in the country and will build key relationships to all relevant stakeholders. In addition, the Head of Access and External Engagement (f/m/d) is also responsible for Corporate PR and to drive attention to the unmet medical need in the pre-marketing phase in the respective indications covered by Biogen.

What You’ll Do:

• Strategic direction
  • Critically assesses drivers and barriers to pricing, reimbursement and market access
  • Develops comprehensive strategy and activity plans for Market Access for the affiliate securing fast and sustainable access to therapies to patients
  • Develops core deliverables in cooperation with global/international staff (e.g. reimbursement dossiers, health economic evaluations/value dossiers, budget impact models) to generate Country specific data
  • Plans and ensures implementation of value dossiers adapted for the Affiliate market (i.e. health insurances, hospitals)
  • Effectively manages pricing strategy for Hospitals and other key stakeholders
  • Ensures continuous internal education on health politics and health economics, pricing and value of drug therapy
  • Design and execute Market Access programs to increase Market Access capabilities in the Country with a cross functional approach
• KME management and member of PHARMIG working groups, this includes
  • Stakeholder management & engagement
  • Governmental Affairs platform
  • Healthcare Economy platform
• Preparation of supportive educational activities for hospitals, sick funds, PAGs
• Presents Governmental Affairs, Public Affairs and Market Access activities internally and externally
  • at the business and budget reviews,
  • local ABs, round tables
  • Develops and leverages strong internal and external business relationships in order to enhance both brand advocacy and Biogen’s image in the therapeutic area
  • Works collaboratively and in total alignment with Medical, Sales, Marketing in clearly defining the overall company strategy and successfully executing on the company operational plan
• Corporate PR and PR on public
  • increase awareness about BIIB
  • increase awareness about rare diseases, MS, SMA and other diseases related to the Biogen portfolio
  • lead PR initiatives to sustain BIIB image and build partnership with key stakeholders
  • Promote the company image and /or product awareness by utilizing all tools to maximize revenues
• Building a high performing organization
  • Lead the local team providing strategic direction to maximize business return
  • Develop the talent within the country team to ensure effective succession planning and career development to meet current and future demands.
  • Drive organizational development and changes and structure in line with business growth
  • Lead and motivate the organization to have the professional approach on top
  • Assigns work effectively, with appropriate dialogue re context, specific accountabilities and goals, milestones, resources
  • Influence and inspire teams to perform at their best
  • Develops and nurtures a team-oriented culture
  • Provide coaching feedback and advice that is separate from tactical support
  • Prepares and presents effective performance reviews including goal setting, ongoing conversation and year-end appraisal
  • Ensure all team members are fully aligned and comply with Biogen regulations and local laws
  • Ensure compliance within the team with Biogen code of business conduct

Who You Are:
You are a strategic thinker with a passion for improving patient access to vital treatments. Your ability to navigate complex healthcare systems and drive market access initiatives sets you apart. You're a relationship builder, adept at collaborating with diverse stakeholders and influencing decision-makers. You thrive in leadership roles, guiding teams with clarity and purpose, and your expertise in market dynamics, pricing, and reimbursement strategies is well-honed. You are committed to making a real-world impact.

Additional Information

• University Degree in economics, Degree in economics or sciences
• Fluent in local language and fluent command of the English language
• 7+ years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical contexts, in market access specialty areas, or similar
• Track record of successful reimbursement negotiations for biopharmaceutical products with local reimbursement authorities
• Expertise in the field of outcomes research, epidemiology or health economics studies
• Stakeholder management
• People Management

Minimum annual gross salary of 75.000,00 €, depending on qualification and experience willingness to overpay .

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.