Market Access & Pricing Director

Job Description

We are NTS Group.

The region’s leading Executive Search, Outplacement & Career Transition firm across the Middle East, bringing over 25 years of local expertise and a track record of exceptional service for our clients and candidates. Operating from our strategically positioned offices in Dubai, London, and Singapore, we offer a comprehensive range of services delivered by industry experts. These include Contingency & Executive Search Campaigns, Outplacement & Redundancy Support, RPO Projects, Talent Mapping, Women in Leadership & Leadership Development, and our award-winning Executive Career Transitioning Programs.

We are currently working with a global pharmaceutical leader to recruit a Market Access & Pricing Director in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This critical leadership position will be responsible for developing and executing market access strategies, pricing frameworks, and reimbursement policies to ensure optimal patient access to innovative therapies. The role will focus on strengthening relationships with key stakeholders, including government bodies, payers, and regulatory authorities, while driving sustainable business growth in the region.

What You’ll be Doing…

• Develop and implement market access strategies to secure pricing and reimbursement approvals for the company’s portfolio in Saudi Arabia.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with health authorities, government agencies, payers, and other key decision-makers.
• Lead negotiations with public and private payers to ensure competitive market positioning and reimbursement policies.
• Conduct health economic assessments and leverage real-world evidence to support value-based pricing strategies.
• Monitor healthcare policy trends and regulatory changes, proactively identifying opportunities and risks for the business.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including sales, regulatory, medical, and marketing, to align market access strategies with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all local regulations and ethical standards related to pricing, reimbursement, and market access.
• Oversee the execution of pricing strategies to maximize product lifecycle management and market sustainability.

Who You Are…

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in market access, pricing, or health economics within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of the healthcare environment, payer landscape, and regulatory framework in Saudi Arabia.
• Proven track record in securing pricing and reimbursement approvals for innovative pharmaceutical products.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging with government bodies and payers.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic plans, balancing long-term vision with operational execution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic is an advantage.

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we can only respond to candidates who have been shortlisted for the position. If you haven’t had a response within 5 working days, please assume you have not been shortlisted. Many thanks and good luck in your job search.