Senior Regional Access Manager

Edwards Lifesciences

. Monitor and anticipate changes in healthcare policy, funding, HTA, and procurement environments .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • ItalySenior💰 €75,000 - €107,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Market Access and health policy, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and strategic development of access strategies for innovative medical technologies. Proficient in health economics and reimbursement processes, ensuring alignment with local healthcare requirements.

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Market Access ExperienceHealth Policy KnowledgeStakeholder EngagementHealth Economics ExpertiseProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Market AccessHealth PolicyReimbursementHealth EconomicsValue AssessmentOutcomes ResearchStrategic ThinkingRisk AssessmentFunding PathwaysProcurement

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInfluencing SkillsNegotiation SkillsCollaborationEthical Standards

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficePowerPointExcel

Industry Keywords

Healthcare PolicyHTAPayersMedical SocietiesPatient OrganizationsGovernment AffairsRegional Market AccessInnovative Medical TechnologiesCompliance StandardsQuality Indicators

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor and anticipate changes in healthcare policy, funding, HTA, and procurement environments
Assess impacts, risks, and opportunities and provide recommendations supporting patient access and business growth
Identify, prioritize, and manage regional market access and health policy issues affecting the Structural Heart Disease portfolio
Build and strengthen networks with health authorities, payers, procurers, HTA bodies, policymakers, medical societies, and patient organizations
Map key stakeholders and broaden engagement beyond the existing work plan
Develop and execute regional access strategies for current and pipeline innovations
Adapt Edwards' value proposition and evidence to local requirements
Support innovative funding pathways and value-based procurement
Develop health-economic evidence and value assessment tools
Support cross-portfolio initiatives involving hospital funding, procedure coding, DRG and tariff updates, quality indicators, and other access enablers
Perform other incidental duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in a related field (e.g., Life Sciences, Political Science, Law, Economics, or Business) and 10 years of relevant experience in Market Access, health policy, reimbursement, or government affairs, preferably with responsibility at regional or country level; or Master's Degree or equivalent in a related field and 8 years of relevant experience
Experience in Market Access or Public Affairs within the relevant country or regional healthcare environment
Experience in external stakeholder engagement with health authorities, payers, procurers, HTA bodies, medical societies, or patient organizations within the medical device or pharmaceutical industry
Strong track record in regional or country Market Access roles
Comprehensive understanding of healthcare access, funding, reimbursement, HTA, and procurement
Knowledge of health economics, outcomes research, value assessment, and evidence requirements for innovative medical technologies
Strong business acumen and strategic thinking
Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills
Ability to collaborate in a matrix organization
Proven project management skills
High ethical standards and sound judgment
Ability to work independently and escalate material risks and opportunities
Fluency in English, written and spoken
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel
Adherence to company policies, requirements, and applicable compliance standards

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salaries
Performance-based incentives
Wide variety of benefits programs
On-the-job development
Training opportunities
Support and guidance from dedicated employee groups
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Flexible working hours
Remote working
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Disability Insurance
Telemedical Services
Meal vouchers
Service Awards
Employee Stock Purchase Programme
Employee Assistance Programme
Comprehensive Wellness programme including preventive cardiovascular screening, educational events, on-site fitness center, lessons with personal trainer, fruit in the office, charity activities and much more