ACP Access Lead

Description 【募集の背景 / Purpose & Scope】 Identify market access challenges for the brand, develop and execute strategies aligned with brand objectives. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maximize patient access to the brand. 【職務の内容 / Essential Job Responsibilities】 （雇入れ直後） -Develop access strategies and tactical solutions aligned with brand strategy -Collect and analyse access-related insights from the field and relevant stakeholders, and reflect them in strategy and solution design -Engage with key access stakeholders to help shape a favourable access environment -Collaborate cross-functionally with the local brand team to integrate access into overall brand execution -Partner with the Area Access & Customer Solutions Group to validate and refine access solutions （変更の範囲） 会社内での全ての業務 【就業環境に関する要件 / Specific Physical or Environmental Requirements】

• At Astellas we recognize the importance of work / life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines. 【応募要件 / Qualifications】 ＜必須 / Required＞ -Minimum 10 years of professional experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, including roles in Market Access, Marketing, Sales, Government Affairs, or Healthcare Policy -Strong knowledge of national pharmaceutical policies and regulations, with a solid understanding of the operational processes within relevant government bodies and commercial organizations -Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, healthcare providers, and commercial partners -Proven track record of effective cross-functional collaboration with internal teams -Native-level fluency in Japanese and business-level proficiency in English (written and verbal) -Bachelor’s degree or equivalent ＜歓迎 / Preferred＞ -Direct experience in Market Access or relevant area such as Marketing, Sales, Government Affairs and Healthcare Policy -Hands-on experience engaging with MHLW, local governments, or medical societies -Experience in building collaborative frameworks for regional healthcare integration and team-based care -Advanced degree such as MBA, MPH, or other relevant master’s degrees -Experience working in a global organization or in collaboration with global teams