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Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
Biotech, Pharma and Manufacturing companies
Market Access, HEOR & RWE Introduction
Mike Preston
Senior Consultant
Expertise:
Market Access, HEOR & RWE
Within the healthcare sector, Market Access is the complex and protracted process that Pharma and biotech companies have to go through in order to ensure that their medicines are made available in as many countries as possible while ensuring these medicines are reimbursed and made available to the patients who need them.
You’ll also hear phrases such as ‘Pricing and Reimbursement’ (P&R), ‘Health Economics and Outcomes Research’ (HEOR) and ‘Payer (or Payor) Research’, and ‘Cost Effectiveness’. Market Access is the broad term that encompasses all of these things.
Market Access has become increasingly important over the last 5 to 10 years as more high-tech and expensive drugs have come to market, while at the same time there have been enormous pressures on governments and/or healthcare systems to cover the costs of their drug bills. A good example is the UK market, where the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) plays a pivotal role in deciding whether or not new treatments are cost-effective.
We recruit for the following roles within Market Access, HEOR & RWE:
- HEOR Manager / HEOR Senior Manager / HEOR Director / HEOR Associate Director
- Global HEOR Director / Head of Health Economics
- Health Economist / Senior Health Economist
- Market Access Medical Writer
- HTA Manager / Senior HTA Manager
- Health Economic Modeler / Systematic Reviewers
- Epidemiologist
- Biostatistician
- Market Access Analyst / Market Access Manager
“From initial contact all the way to placement, I had a wonderful experience. Carrot Recruitment was incredibly professional in their communication and knowledgeable in their advice. They were diligent with providing feedback and took the time to check in when I started my role. It was a refreshing change to have such personal and thoughtful attention during the recruitment process. It really has set such a high standard.”
A career in Market Access, HEOR & RWE
What should I do to progress in my career in this sector?
A career in Pharma Market Access requires a deep understanding of healthcare systems, payer dynamics, health economics, and pricing strategies. Professionals in this field must keep abreast of evolving healthcare policies and market trends. Strong analytical skills, communication abilities, and the capacity to collaborate with diverse stakeholders are essential for success in this area.
Like all sectors within Pharma, Market Access can offer a lucrative career with companies paying good basic salaries and offering attractive benefit packages with genuine opportunities to learn and climb the career ladder. The work is fast-paced and at times demanding but can also be highly rewarding, our clients within Market Access look for people with a strong academic background who have a passion for working in this sector. They’re looking for good communicators, strong project managers, and people who can work effectively under pressure, juggling several projects at any one time and working with pace and urgency.
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From the start, she was personable, highly responsive, and genuinely supportive. Clare not only provided valuable feedback and direction but also consistently kept me informed at every stage of the process. Her advocacy and expertise made a significant difference, ensuring I felt confident and prepared throughout.
Thanks to Clare’s guidance and efforts, I was able to secure an exciting new role at a great company.
I highly recommend Clare and Carrot Recruitment to anyone looking for dedicated, professional, and results-oriented support in their job search.
I had a great experience working with Chris Newall at Carrot Recruitment. I messaged him on LinkedIn about a business development role he posted, and he gave me a call within half an hour — super responsive from the very beginning.
Chris set everything up for the first role and kept me in the loop throughout, even though the process ended up dragging on with lots of delays and no real updates. Rather than leave me hanging, he got in touch about another business development role that turned out to be a much better fit. We scheduled all three rounds of interviews in under a week, and I ended up accepting the offer.
Throughout both processes, Chris was incredibly helpful — giving me useful tips for interviews and tasks, and just being really easy to talk to. If you’re job hunting and want someone who genuinely has your back, I’d highly recommend Chris and Carrot Recruitment.
Chris found a suitable new role for me and kept me updated throughout the process. Professional and efficient, good communication.
Louise was very friendly, helped explained all the in's and out's of the process and was very knowledgable.
She streamlined the process and sent remainders the whole way.
I fully recommend the services of Carrot Recruitment.
I had a fantastic experience with Hannah Hall at Carrot Recruitment and am so grateful for her support in securing my new role. She was professional, attentive, and genuinely committed to finding the right opportunity for me, taking the time to understand my background and career goals. Her clear, consistent communication, interview prep advice, and honest feedback made the entire process smooth and encouraging. Thanks to her dedication, I’ve landed a role I’m truly excited about, and I highly recommend Carrot Recruitment to anyone.
I cannot recommend Kerry from Carrot enough! From our first chat, she took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for and guided me through every step of the process without any fuss. If you want a recruiter who listens and gets results, Carrot is your go-to.
Absolutely fantastic experience from the moment I was contacted about the role. The guidance and support through the application interview process was invaluable and I feel my recruiter genuinely cared about me and making sure my best interests were protected.
I can honestly say when I worked with Matt he really set the bar for what a recruiter should be. He was heavily involved and offered above and beyond support, information & guidance. I couldn't recommend him enough and only wish we had connected sooner in my career.
Clare was great during the recruitment process in helping me secure a new role - she gave really helpful guidance of what to expect at every stage and kept me updated regularly with any developments. I would definitely recommend using Carrot Recruitment if you are looking for a medical communications role.
Working with Clare Davin during my job search was an incredibly positive experience.
From the start, she was personable, highly responsive, and genuinely supportive. Clare not only provided valuable feedback and direction but also consistently kept me informed at every stage of the process. Her advocacy and expertise made a significant difference, ensuring I felt confident and prepared throughout.
Thanks to Clare’s guidance and efforts, I was able to secure an exciting new role at a great company.
I highly recommend Clare and Carrot Recruitment to anyone looking for dedicated, professional, and results-oriented support in their job search.
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