The Access Field Manager supports Novartis’s market access strategy by building relationships with hospitals, health authorities, payers, pharmacy groups and other healthcare stakeholders across Australia. Requirements typically include experience in market access, health economics, reimbursement, pharmaceutical account management or a related healthcare field, together with strong knowledge of the Australian healthcare system. Candidates should demonstrate strategic thinking, negotiation, communication and stakeholder-management skills, and be comfortable working independently across a national territory. The role expects a customer-focused, ethical and commercially aware professional who can translate payer insights into access plans, support product value discussions, collaborate with medical and commercial teams, and work in line with Novartis compliance standards.
Novartis is a global medicines company focused on discovering and developing innovative treatments for serious and complex diseases. Headquartered in Switzerland, the company operates across major international markets and concentrates on areas such as cardiovascular and metabolic conditions, immunology, neuroscience, oncology and rare diseases. Novartis combines research, advanced technology and data-driven approaches to improve patient outcomes and address significant unmet medical needs. In Australia, its teams work with healthcare professionals, hospitals, government bodies, payers and patient organisations to support appropriate access to medicines. The company promotes a science-led, inclusive and collaborative culture, with opportunities spanning research, clinical development, medical affairs, market access, commercial functions, manufacturing and corporate services. Benefits and working arrangements vary by role, location and employment agreement.
Australia offers opportunities in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, biotechnology, technology, engineering, finance and professional services, with particularly strong employment markets in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. Its culture is generally informal, multicultural and work-life balanced, although professional communication and compliance standards are important in healthcare roles. Lifestyle options range from major-city dining and arts to beaches, national parks and regional communities. Australia is an island country and continent, with Tasmania as its principal island state; travel between cities can involve long distances. Skilled professionals may qualify for employer-sponsored visas, the Skilled Independent visa or state-nominated pathways, depending on occupation, qualifications and experience. Applicants should check current requirements with the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocation costs, housing and private health cover should be considered, as rents can be high in Sydney and Melbourne.
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