Executive Director / Executive Directress, International Value & Access, Immunology

Job ID: REQ-10086515

Date: September 04, 2026

Location: Basel, Switzerland

Relocation Support: Yes

Summary

Are you passionate about shaping how innovative medicines reach patients around the world? We invite exceptional leaders to join our expanding International Value & Access organization as the Executive Director, International Value & Access, Immunology. In this prominent role, you will direct the strategic and operational aspects of the Immunology Value & Access organization across the Research, Development, and Commercial continuum, ensuring optimal patient access and sustainable value for Novartis therapies.

Reporting to the Head of Access Immunology International, you will collaborate closely with Commercial Launch Strategy teams, Medical Affairs, Development, Biomedical Research, Regions, and priority country teams. Together, you’ll develop transformative access strategies that maximize the value of Novartis assets across diverse payer and healthcare environments.

This leadership position provides a unique opportunity to influence evidence generation, pricing, reimbursement, and access strategies from early development to launch and lifecycle management, while enhancing Value & Access capabilities across the organization. If you are driven by innovation, global access strategies, and the creation of better outcomes for patients, healthcare systems, and society, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Immunology Value & Access organization and provide strategic leadership across the global access community.
• Shape and execute integrated product access strategies spanning the Research, Development, and Commercial continuum.
• Partner with Medical Affairs, Development, Biomedical Research, and Commercial teams to strengthen value propositions.
• Champion innovative access strategies that enhance patient access and deliver value for healthcare systems.
• Define payer evidence requirements and ensure access needs are integrated into development and commercialization plans.
• Develop global pricing and payer negotiation strategies in collaboration with Commercial Launch Strategy and Pricing teams.
• Create innovative access solutions, contracting approaches, Managed Entry Agreements, and Patient Support Programs.
• Ensure robust value evidence packages support successful launches, reimbursement, and long-term asset optimization.
• Drive access excellence by identifying market opportunities and minimizing reimbursement risks.
• Attract, develop, coach, and retain top Value & Access talent while enhancing organizational capabilities globally.

Essential Requirements:

• Advanced degree such as a Master of Business Administration, Doctor of Philosophy, Medical Doctor, Registered Pharmacist, or an equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in Market Access within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Significant above-country, regional, or global Value & Access experience in a multinational environment.
• Experience influencing asset strategy early in the drug development lifecycle.
• Proven product launch experience, including reimbursement and market access planning.
• Experience leading complex global access strategies across diverse healthcare and payer systems.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and matrix influencing experience across multiple senior stakeholders.
• Experience shaping commercial strategy through Value & Access, Health Economics and Outcomes Research, pricing, or reimbursement expertise.
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken.

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience within the Immunology therapeutic area.
• Demonstrated direct people leadership experience, including building, developing, and managing high-performing teams.

Accessibility and Accommodation

Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to all individuals. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Benefits

Discover how we support your personal and professional growth through our comprehensive benefits package, detailed in the Novartis Life Handbook.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: CHF 179,200.00 - CHF 332,800.00

The offered base salary is based on gender-neutral factors, including relevant skills, competencies, and experience, in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy. This will be periodically reviewed upon joining Novartis. Additionally, performance-based bonuses may be available based on specific performance parameters.

Being part of our team offers numerous benefits, including insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources, and global recognition programs. We also provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and a minimum of 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Further details regarding benefits and compensation will be provided during the application process. Please note that benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including collective bargaining agreements where applicable.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Novartis is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment and diverse teams reflective of the patients and communities we serve.

Why Novartis?

Helping people with diseases and their families requires more than just innovative science; it requires a community of smart, passionate individuals like you. Collaborate, support, and inspire one another to achieve breakthroughs that change the lives of patients. Ready to create a brighter future together?

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