Senior Director, Field Access

Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc.

. Build and lead a national Field Access Manager team to optimize patient access to azetukalner (AZK) for epilepsy .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $272,000 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in market access strategies, patient services, and reimbursement processes within the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors. Proven ability to lead and develop teams while driving patient access outcomes and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.

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Market Access LeadershipPatient Services ManagementTeam Development and CoachingU.S. Payer KnowledgeSpecialty Product Launch Experience

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Hard Skills

Market Access StrategyReimbursement ProcessesBudget ManagementData AnalysisCRM Tracking MethodologyForecastingAction Plan DevelopmentCompliance TrainingPerformance MetricsPharmacy Benefit Products

Soft Skills

Collaborative Working StyleStrong Communication SkillsEffective Decision-MakingProblem-Solving AbilitiesEntrepreneurial Leadership

Industry Keywords

BiotechPharmaceuticalPatient AccessSpecialty PharmacyCopay AssistanceCommercial PayersMedicareMedicaidField-Based RolesStart-Up Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and lead a national Field Access Manager team to optimize patient access to azetukalner (AZK) for epilepsy
Execute the brand’s access and channel strategy
Serve as a key member of the Market Access leadership team
Align priorities, define escalation pathways, and ensure consistent field execution and pull-through with distribution, services, and sales colleagues
Coach and develop Field Access Managers
Build and maintain relationships with physician offices, leading epilepsy treatment centers of excellence, and local advocacy organizations
Drive patient access outcomes equal to or better than branded products in relevant competitive categories
Establish access goals, productivity measures, MBOs, action plans, and CRM tracking methodology
Establish close working relationships with sales leadership and Market Access colleagues
Establish ways of working across internal, field, and channel partners
Participate in market access strategic planning, forecasting, and budgeting
Collaborate compliantly with field sales to align goals and execution
Monitor payer coverage, formulary nuances, product positioning, and emerging coverage gaps with the National Account team
Partner with Commercial Operations to maximize data and reporting for customer and account satisfaction
Manage budget proposals and approved budgets according to company plans and Finance policies
Ensure team adherence to company policies, compliance training, legal, and regulatory directives
Develop short- and long-term functional objectives aligned with company strategies
Recruit, lead, direct, develop, coach, and evaluate direct reports
Ensure policies are understood and followed by direct reports
Perform other duties as assigned
Report to the Senior Vice President, Market Access

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
12+ years in biotech/pharma market access, patient services, or related field-facing roles with a focus on pharmacy benefit products
5+ years hiring and leading field-based reimbursement/access teams
Specialty product launch experience in a start-up environment
Entrepreneurial, team-oriented leadership style and comfort with ambiguity
Deep knowledge of U.S. payers (commercial/Medicare/Medicaid), specialty pharmacy, patient services, and copay assistance
Ability to lead and influence cross-functional stakeholders in a matrixed organization
Ability to simplify complex issues into clear, actionable solutions
Strong written and verbal communication skills with executive presence and a collaborative working style
Effective decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Strong analytical skills and ability to turn insights into account performance
Ability to travel up to 50% based on business needs
Ability to travel internationally as required
Authorization to work in the United States without restrictions based on citizenship or immigration status

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base salary
Target bonus
Stock options
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Life insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Travel insurance
Retirement savings programs with company matching contributions
Vacation days
Personal days
Sick days
End-of-year company shutdown
Training, Learning & Development program
Tuition Assistance program for advanced degrees
Fully remote work arrangement
Frequent travel to Xenon’s offices near Boston, MA, USA
International travel opportunities/requirements