ViiV Healthcare (GSK) Director, Patient Access and Affordability Programs

ViiV Healthcare is a global specialty HIV company, the only one that is 100% focused on researching and delivering new medicines for people living with, and at risk of, HIV. ViiV is highly mission-driven in our unrelenting commitment to being a trusted partner for all people living with and affected by HIV. Our aim is to think, act, and connect differently through a focus on education on and treatment for HIV. We go to extraordinary lengths to deliver the sorts of breakthroughs, both in treatments, care solutions and communities, that really count. We go beyond the boundaries of medicine by taking a holistic approach to HIV through developing and supporting sustainable community programs and improving access to care. We are fully committed to push through every challenge until HIV/AIDS is eradicated. ViiV has played a significant part in delivering breakthroughs that have turned HIV into a manageable health condition. We offer the largest portfolio of HIV medicines available anywhere, and we continue our work to cater for the widest possible range of needs in response to the HIV epidemic.

We are aware of how much is at stake for those affected by HIV and we show up every day 100% committed to the patients. Our work culture is fast-paced, diverse, inclusive, competitive, and caring. But ViiV isn't just somewhere to work - it's a place to belong, an invitation to bring your very best, and a team full of impact-driven team members who are hungry to make a difference.

While we have been improving lives of HIV patients for 30 years, this is an especially exciting time to be at ViiV, as we evaluate novel approaches to treatment and prevention that could further reduce the impact of HIV on individuals and communities.

This role will be based out of ViiV's US Headquarters in Durham, NC (RTP Area) & may be considered for a domestic relocation package.Check out this link to learn more about the thriving, diverse, and cutting edge RTP area!

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The Director, Patient Access and Affordability Programs is responsible for the strategy, development, and management of initiatives that ensure access and affordability for patients living with HIV or those who could benefit from HIV prevention. This role will focus on enabling patients to start prescribed treatments quickly while balancing brand performance and organizational objectives.

The role involves overseeing the design, implementation, and ongoing management of patient affordability programs in collaboration with third-party partners. It requires a strong understanding of patient affordability solutions, operational execution, and vendor management to ensure program effectiveness.

We are seeking a collaborative leader who shares ViiV's mission ofLeaving No Patient Living with HIV Behindand is passionate about improving patient access and affordability.

This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career, these responsibilities include some of the following...

• Develop and Implement Patient Affordability Solutions: Create and execute programs (e.g., Copay Savings) and strategies that align with brand objectives and enhance patient access.

• Vendor Management and Compliance: Oversee multiple vendors, ensuring adherence to business rules, service-level agreements, and contractual requirements while maintaining full compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

• Performance Monitoring and Market Insights: Track and analyze key performance indicators, program utilization trends, and costs to identify improvements and provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership.

• Competitive Analysis and Strategy Development: Conduct market analysis to evaluate evolving trends and recommend enhancements to patient affordability programs and pipeline product strategies.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Market Access, ViiVConnect, Legal, Compliance, and Brand Marketing teams to align patient access tactics, promotional materials, and program messaging.

• Program Optimization: Enhance financial accessibility programs and technology, leveraging vendor insights and modeling tools to improve program quality and meet customer needs.

• Resource Development and Training: Coordinate with matrix partners to create training and resources that ensure consistent program execution and understanding across stakeholders.

• Leadership Briefings: Prepare and present materials on affordability program performance, impact on gross-to-net, and customer outcomes for leadership teams.

Basic Qualification
We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals

• Bachelor's Degree

• 7+ years of pharmaceutical access and affordability industry experience, primarily in healthcare, including working with co-pay programs, PBMs, patient access, or in a similar role for the life sciences industry.

• 5+ years' experience designing and managing patient access and affordability programs and managing risks by working with corporate leadership, brand teams, and other key groups.

Preferred Qualification
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus

• Education and Expertise: MBA or advanced degree with in-depth knowledge of the healthcare, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries, including legal and regulatory requirements for patient services and financial programs.

• Vendor and Project Management: Proven experience managing vendors, patient/provider support hubs, and services in compliance with regulations, alongside demonstrated success managing multiple complex projects under pressure.

• Analytical and Financial Skills: Strong analytical and quantitative abilities, including expertise in constructing complex financial models and interpreting data to inform strategy and decision-making.

• Communication and Collaboration: Exceptional oral and written communication, presentation, and advocacy skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively and build trust with diverse stakeholders.

• Organizational and Leadership Skills: Proven ability to work within a complex matrix organization, manage competing priorities, and collaborate across teams with attention to detail and integrity.

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Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program ViiV offers US employees. All ViiV employees receive the same benefits options and plans as GSK employee.

Why Us?

At ViiV Healthcare, we will not rest until we leave no person living with HIV behind. Until the 40 million people living with HIV is down to zero, we will continue searching for new ways to limit the impact of HIV.

We are the only pharmaceutical company solely focused on combating, preventing, and ultimately eradicating HIV and AIDS. At ViiV Healthcare, we do things differently. Born out of a partnership between GSK and Pfizer in 2009, with Shionogi joining in 2012, we are determined to help end the HIV epidemic. We are guided by our mission to leave no person living with HIV behind and it is this mission that unites our employees located across the globe. We combine expertise in research, manufacturing, policy and more to push the boundaries of what people think is possible in HIV treatment and care. As a result of our connection with GSK, we are able to draw on their proud history and resources. This means that you would receive all the employee benefits offered by GSK.

Living our mission of leaving no person living with HIV behind means keeping inclusion and diversity at the heart of everything we do - from our breakthrough innovation, to our diverse portfolio of medicines as well as the work we do to partner with HIV communities.

Having atruly inclusive culture where we're all able to be ourselves and feel like we belong will make us an even stronger team, better able to perform as a business and deliver on our mission to leave no person living with HIV behind.

Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us at HR.AmericasSC-CS@gsk.com where you can also request a call.

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ViiV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

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