Associate Director Field Based Market Access, Germany

Join us as we transform immunology and deliver medicines that help autoimmune patients get their lives back. argenx is preparing for multi-dimensional expansion to reach more patients through a rich pipeline of differentiated assets, led by VYVGART, our first-in-class neonatal Fc receptor blocker approved for the treatment of gMG, and with the potential to treat patients across dozens of severe autoimmune diseases.

We are building a new kind of biotech company, one that maintains its roots as a science-based start-up and pushes our commitment to innovate across all corners of our business. We strive to inspire and grow our company, our partnerships, our science, and our people, because when we do, we deliver more for patients. 

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At argenx, we build our culture from the collective power of the team and the knowledge that together, we are better. If you are entrepreneurial, curious and committed to make a difference for patients and thrive on creating solutions for rare autoimmune diseases, then argenx is for you.
Next to a competitive salary with extensive benefits, we offer you the chance to grow and be a part of a team driven by purpose, creativity, innovation and science.

argenx
argenx is a fast-growing global immunology company committed to improving the lives of people suffering from severe autoimmune diseases. Thanks to colleagues based in Europe, the United States and Japan, we translate immunology breakthroughs into a world-class portfolio of novel antibody-based medicines. 

For the expansion of our German Market Access team, argenx is looking for a Senior Manager / Associate Director Market Access.

PURPOSE OF THE FUNCTION

The Field Based Associate Director Market Access Germany is responsible for the development and implementation of German regional market access strategies to secure and optimize reimbursement, pricing and access conditions for argenx product portfolio. The role acts as the key interface between the company and regional stakeholders such as statutory health insurance funds, health authorities, hospital stakeholders, KOLs, and other decision-makers. The Field Based Associate Director Market Access Germany ensures alignment of local implementation with national access strategies, builds trust-based partnerships with key stakeholders, and helps secure sustainable reimbursement and funding pathways in their region. Close collaboration with Commercial and Medical Field Force is essential.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management

• Establish and maintain long-term relationships with regional payers, SHIs, KV associations, hospital purchasing groups, medical societies, and other key access influencers.

• Act as the field-based point of contact for reimbursement and pricing discussions at the regional level.

• Regional Access Strategy Execution

• Lead contracting negotiations and implementation of managed entry agreements where relevant.

• Identify and act on regional access opportunities, policy shifts, or barriers to adoption.

• Ensure alignment and coordination with the national Market Access, Medical Affairs, and Commercial teams.

• Cross-functional Collaboration

• Close collaboration with Commercial and Medical Field Force to support product uptake and overcome access hurdles.

• Provide insights from the field to the national market access and brand teams for strategic refinement.

• Represent regional access considerations in brand planning and launch readiness discussions.

• Tender & Hospital Market Support

• Monitor and support tender submissions and negotiations where applicable (especially in hospital markets).

• Liaise with hospital pharmacies, purchasing departments, and DRG/NUB reimbursement offices.

• Training & Knowledge Sharing

• Internal training on regional access processes, payer expectations, and relevant healthcare policy updates.

• Serve as an internal expert on the German regional healthcare and reimbursement landscape.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Deep understanding of the German healthcare system, especially SHI structure, hospital financing (e.g., DRG, NUB), and outpatient/inpatient access pathways.

• Familiarity with AMNOG processes and how national decisions are implemented regionally.

• Successful track record in negotiating rebate contracts.

• Excellent stakeholder management capabilities and robust external network (KV, SHI, pharmacies etc.)

• Strong strategic thinking, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Hands-On mentality and willingness to take leadership.

• Self-driven, organized, and capable of working autonomously in a field-based setting..

• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively together within cross-functional teams and networks.

• Demonstrated communication skills, within a multi-cultural and multi-lingual global environment .

• Agility and demonstrated adaptability, comfort with ambiguity, trust-building, and resilience.

• Derives energy from operating in a dynamic, complex, fast-moving, and frequently changing business environment.

• Demonstrable experience with project management, proactive planning, priority setting, and securing alignment.

• Drives toward outcomes.

• Ambitious, inquisitive naturally, a quick study, with demonstrated eagerness to continuously learn, self-improve and develop. This includes being comfortable giving and receiving feedback in a diverse environment.

• Passionate and prepared to lead and contribute to our culture, which is driven by our corporate values of co-creation, innovation, empowerment, excellence, and humility.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience in biotech/pharma. 

• 6+ years German Field Based Market Access role experience ideally complemented by SHI and/or KV experience required.

• Advanced graduate level training in the natural sciences, medicine, business, engineering, or finance required. 

• Fluency in German and English.

OTHER

• Regular travel required

• Remote position, Germany based

At argenx, all applicants are welcomed in an inclusive environment. They will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. argenx is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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