External Affairs and Patient Access – Associate Director

at  Lilly

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

MAIN SCOPE OF THE ROLE

Obtaining and maintaining competitive access to the company’s products. Defines the company’s strategy for external decision-makers and is responsible for developing and implementing the patient-access support strategy. Maintains effective relationships with government policymakers, industry associations, media, industry experts, and patient organizations. With his/her work, helps to create a positive and credible image of Lilly among the most important decision-makers. Coordinates the planning, implementation and control of external and internal communication activities of the company. Through efforts, helps ensure that the pharmaceutical support and regulatory environment provides patients with adequate access to the latest innovation developments.