Health Technology Assessment Strategy Lead

For over 100 years we have been driving change to defeat diabetes, but we know that what got us here today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We are now transforming our business and taking our expertise into new territories including obesity and rare blood and endocrine diseases.  

Our story is one of incredible growth and success, which has culminated in receiving many prestigious awards, such as Best Places to Work and Vitality – Britain’s Healthiest Workplace.

The position
Are you passionate about shaping market access strategies and ensuring patients can benefit from innovative treatments? At Novo Nordisk, we are looking for an experienced professional to lead HTA & reimbursement strategies, helping to navigate the evolving healthcare landscape while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

In this role you will:

• Develop and implement national reimbursement and HTA strategies for pipeline assets, licence extensions, and future Novo Nordisk portfolios in the UK
• Shape global strategy by providing insights on indication sequencing, pricing strategies, and UK-specific market access needs
• Drive collaboration with global and European teams to align strategies and ensure UK priorities are met
• Lead HTA submissions by managing dossier development, engaging with UK payer agencies, and representing Novo Nordisk at key external meetings, including NICE and NHSE
• Innovate access solutions by developing Patient Access Schemes, Managed Entry Agreements, and strategies to support successful commercialisation

This is a hybrid role, requiring two days per week in our Gatwick office.

Qualifications
To be successful in this role we imagine that you have: 

• Degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in Social/Health Sciences or Business; a Master’s degree or Health Economics qualification is a plus
• Experience in developing reimbursement strategies and navigating UK payer processes, particularly NICE and SMC
• Experience with successful UK HTA submissions and dossier development
• Strong ability to manage processes, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration effectively
• A scientific background is beneficial for navigating complex healthcare landscapes, with experience in the metabolic therapy area being a plus

About the department
The Health Economics department consists of four dedicated experts, each specializing in specific therapy areas within the portfolio. They collaborate closely with Regional and Global teams to define and implement effective health economic and national access strategies. Additionally, they serve as a key strategic partner to the commercial division within the UK organization.

In this role, you will report directly to the Director of Health Economics, contributing to impactful projects that drive patient access and healthcare innovation. 

Working at Novo Nordisk 
Novo Nordisk is its people. We know that life is anything but linear and balancing what is important at different stages of our career is never easy. That’s why we make room for diverse life situations, always putting people first.

We value our employees for the unique skills they bring to the table, and we work continuously to bring out the best in them. Working at Novo Nordisk is working toward something bigger than ourselves, and it’s a collective effort. Together, we go further. Together, we’re life changing.
 

What We Offer

• Bonus: We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached, you’ll be rewarded through our bonus scheme
• Your workplace: Our offices will be your primary workplace but with flexibility to work 2-3 days at home during your working week 
• Pension: a market leading pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Wellness: We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to an award winning Wellness programme, including Private Medical Insurance.
• Insurances: All colleagues are covered by our private medical, life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind
• Inclusive culture: our culture is one of care, support and respect for our people.  We are committed to making your workplace safe and believe that a transparent, inclusive culture and leadership is the way to empower every individual to do their very best

Application support 
We are an equal opportunities employer, and we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.  If you're a person with a disability, if you're neurodivergent, and need any adjustments to be made during the application and selection process, please send an email to Gitte, gifj@novonordisk.com.  Please include your name, the role you are interested in and the type of adjustment your need.  

Contact 
We can’t accept directly sent CVs, please submit your application via the ‘Apply’ Button. 

Deadline 
5th March 2025
 

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. 

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.