Business Access Manager

IQVIA is seeking an experienced and driven Business Access Manager to support the UK launch of a highly anticipated monoclonal antibody in Nephrology Rare Diseases, specifically PNH and aHUS. This is a field-based role ideally suited to someone located in the North of England, with the flexibility to travel across the UK as required. Our client is a global biopharmaceutical leader committed to expanding access to high-quality biosimilar medicines. Since 2012, they’ve built one of the fastest-growing biosimilar portfolios in the industry, helping to improve patient outcomes while reducing healthcare costs. Location: North of England (Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, or surrounding areas preferred) Territory: Primarily Northern UK, with occasional travel to other UK sites as needed Key Responsibilities: Commercial Leadership: Manage commercial activities across 30–40 specialist rare disease centres throughout the UK. Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with hospital stakeholders including clinicians, hospital managers, and high-cost drug pharmacists to drive product uptake and patient access. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams to ensure decision-makers are fully informed and supported for optimal prescribing. Market Development: Position the company as a trusted partner in the biosimilars and biologics space. Insight Gathering: Monitor and report on competitor activity, treatment trends, and prescribing criteria. Sales Delivery: Achieve sales targets and contribute to market share growth. Skills & Experience: Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Health Economics, Life Sciences, or a related field. Certifications: ABPI qualified. Therapy Area Expertise: Strong experience in nephrology is essential—particularly in rare diseases such as PNH, aHUS, or with complement inhibitors. Industry Background: Prior experience in biosimilars or biologics is highly desirable. Sales Experience: 3–5 years in UK pharmaceutical sales, engaging with specialist stakeholders in secondary care. Relationship Builder: Proven ability to develop impactful partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders. Collaborative Mindset: A resilient team player with strong leadership and communication skills. Innovative Approach: Creative thinker with excellent presentation and influencing capabilities. Mobility: Willing to travel regularly across the UK. Proximity to major transport links (motorways, rail, airports) is advantageous. Driving Licence: Full UK driving licence required. What’s on Offer: Attractive salary with a performance-related bonus Comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the rare disease space If you're passionate about improving access to life-changing therapies and meet the criteria above, we’d love to hear from you

Location: Manchester,, GB

Posted Date: 10/30/2025