Senior Advisor for Pharmaceutical Pricing Policy

3 weeks ago

Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Department of Health and Social Care Full time

Position Overview

The Department of Health and Social Care is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals by promoting independence and health. Our core values include inclusivity, continuous improvement, critical thinking, and agility. We are looking for a dedicated professional to contribute to our mission.

Within the Medicines Directorate, our goal is to ensure that patients have access to the most effective treatments while maintaining fiscal responsibility for the NHS and fostering a thriving life sciences industry. Collaborating with the NHS, the Office for Life Sciences, and various stakeholders, we strive to leverage both innovative and established therapies to enhance health outcomes across the UK.

The medicines budget is the second largest expenditure for the NHS, following personnel costs, and the annual spending on medications continues to rise. Therefore, our efforts to manage these costs are vital for the sustainability of NHS funding. The medicines pricing division is tasked with formulating Government policy regarding the pricing of branded medications, which includes engaging with the Intellectual Property Office to ensure that the patent system serves patients effectively, collaborating with health and regulatory partners to facilitate patient access to new treatments, and devising strategies to achieve greater savings on established medications.

We are expanding our team to enhance our capacity and expertise in navigating an increasingly complex landscape.

If you are interested in being part of a specialized policy team that:

  • Addresses significant health challenges affecting patients, such as funding advanced therapies for conditions like Alzheimer's.
  • Engages with cutting-edge analytical and academic research.
  • Participates in high-stakes commercial negotiations with the life sciences sector.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the medicines pricing team.

Role Responsibilities

The successful candidate will spearhead policy formulation on various issues related to NHS procurement of branded medications. Depending on their expertise and interests, they will oversee a specific portfolio of policy areas, which may encompass topics such as intellectual property, biosimilars, and international relations.

The candidate will synthesize insights from academic studies, industry perspectives, and input from the NHS and other governmental bodies to establish a robust evidence base regarding the effects of different strategies on patients, the NHS, and the economy. This role will also involve enhancing the Department's capabilities to solidify its position as a center of expertise in pharmaceuticals and healthcare economics.

The successful candidate will ensure the effective governance and execution of the 2024 Voluntary Scheme for Branded Medicines Pricing, Access, and Growth (VPAG) and the associated statutory regulations. This will involve supporting the Department in achieving projected savings of approximately £14 billion over five years. As a member of the Department's pricing committee, they will contribute to discussions and decisions regarding reasonable pricing for new medications and requests for price adjustments for existing ones.

This position offers the chance to work within a skilled, supportive, and multidisciplinary team (comprising policy, operations, legal, analytical, and commercial experts) on one of the critical policy areas essential for the NHS's effectiveness and one of the largest commercial agreements ever made by the Government.

Key Skills and Experience Required

Essential Criteria

We welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and encourage applications from individuals who:

  • Can analyze intricate issues using a variety of qualitative and quantitative data to arrive at well-reasoned conclusions.
  • Exhibit strategic thinking and can balance competing organizational priorities while connecting different areas of work.
  • Enjoy developing deep expertise in complex subjects by collaborating with various subject matter experts.
  • Can effectively collaborate across organizational boundaries.
  • Work independently, taking ownership of specific issues to drive progress efficiently.
  • Possess excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex information to diverse audiences.

Desirable Criteria

We particularly welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate:

  • Experience or knowledge of the pharmaceutical sector, medication prescribing/procurement, or healthcare economics.
  • Commercial experience, including negotiation skills.

Work Location and Flexibility

Your primary workplace will be your contractual base, typically either London or Leeds. The Department of Health and Social Care offers flexible working arrangements, with a current expectation of at least 60% of your working hours spent in the office to facilitate collaboration and team interaction.

While this role is limited to candidates based in the UK, opportunities for remote work may be available, and other flexible working options can be discussed with the hiring manager based on individual circumstances and business needs.

Behaviors

During the selection process, candidates will be assessed against the following behaviors:

  • Communicating and Influencing
  • Making Effective Decisions
  • Delivering at Pace
  • Seeing the Big Picture

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, the Department of Health and Social Care contributes significantly towards your membership in the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme, along with:

  • Learning and development tailored to your role
  • An environment that promotes flexible working options
  • A culture that encourages inclusion and diversity
  • An average employer contribution of 27%

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