Vice President, Market Access

Company: 

At Annexon Biosciences we are a biopharmaceutical company advancing a late-stage clinical platform of novel therapies for people living with devastating classical complement-mediated neuroinflammatory diseases of the body, brain, and eye. Our novel scientific approach targets upstream C1q to block the classical complement inflammatory cascade before it starts, and its therapeutic candidates are designed to provide meaningful benefits across multiple autoimmune, neurodegenerative and ophthalmic diseases. With proof-of concept data in Guillain-Barré syndrome, Huntington’s disease and geographic atrophy, we are rigorously advancing our mid-to late-stage clinical trials to bring new potential treatments to patients as quickly as possible. At Annexon, you’ll be part of a team committed to making an impact together.   

For more information on Annexon and our pipeline, check out our site Annexon Biosciences & Annexon Pipeline. We trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol ANNX and are headquartered in Brisbane, CA. 

We're seeking exceptional talent from all backgrounds to fuel our growth. At Annexon, we're building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We value unique perspectives and unconventional paths. If you're the best candidate for the job, even if you don't perfectly fit the traditional mold, we encourage you to apply. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and our company culture! 

Position: 

The Vice President, Market Access will define and lead Annexon’s global market access strategy to support the successful launch and commercialization of the company’s therapies. This senior leader will be responsible for pricing strategy, payer engagement, reimbursement, patient services, and distribution strategy to ensure optimal patient access and sustainable product value.  

As a key member of the Commercial Leadership Team, the VP will partner closely with Commercial, Medical Affairs, HEOR, Regulatory, and Clinical Development to shape evidence generation and value propositions that support payer adoption and reimbursement. This role will play a critical role in preparing Annexon for launch and building the market access infrastructure required to support a growing commercial organization. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Develop and implement a comprehensive market access strategy, including pricing, reimbursement, and payer engagement, to support the launch and lifecycle management of Annexon’s products. 
• Lead cross-functional development of payer value propositions, access strategies, and evidence plans to support successful product launches
• Lead the development of pricing strategies that reflect the value of Annexon’s therapies, considering market dynamics, payer requirements, and patient access. 
• Build and maintain relationships with key payers, including government and private insurers, to secure favorable coverage and reimbursement terms. 
• Lead the development and execution of distribution and channel strategies to ensure timely, compliant, and efficient delivery of products to customers and patients. 
• Work closely with Commercial, Medical Affairs, HEOR, Clinical Development, and Regulatory teams to ensure market access strategies are aligned with clinical and commercial goals.  
• Lead the execution of market access initiatives, including the development of market access tools, reimbursement support programs, and payer marketing materials.  
• Ensure all market access activities comply with relevant regulations and industry standards, including pricing and reimbursement policies. 
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing market access team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.  
• Educate internal and external stakeholders on market access challenges and opportunities, providing strategic insights to guide decision-making. 

Education, Experience, and Skills: 

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Health Economics, Public Health, or a related field. 
• 15+ years of experience in market access, pricing, reimbursement, or related roles within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, with at least 7 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience leading market access strategy for first product launches in specialty or rare disease markets.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. and global market access environments, including payer systems, pricing strategies, and reimbursement processes.  
• Proven experience in launching and securing market access for specialty and rare disease therapies.  
• Strong understanding of health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) and its application in market access strategies. 
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.  
• Strong leadership and team management skills.  
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.  
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments.  
• Proficiency in data analysis and the use of market access tools and technologies. 

Preferred:  

• An advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MPH) is strongly preferred.