Hospital Regional Account Manager (part-time)

Step into the dynamic world of Alexion Pharmaceuticals as a Regional Account Manager, where you'll be at the forefront for our Neurology and NF1 portfolio. Based in Sydney, this role is pivotal in maintaining Alexion's presence in rare disease across NSW. As an expert in therapeutic areas and product knowledge, you'll focus on promoting products to healthcare providers while cultivating influential commercial relationships.

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines, primarily for the treatment of diseases in four therapy areas – Oncology; Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism (CVRM); Respiratory & Immunology (R&I); and Rare Disease.

Explore rare opportunities

Rare disease biopharma is at the forefront of biomedical science. Remaining transparent, objective and ethical, we push the boundaries of science, translating complex biology into transformative medicines. Uniquely positioned – with resources and global reach – we also have potent capabilities that are shaping the future of rare disease into new areas of great unmet need to help people fully live their best lives.

This is an initial 6-month maximum term contract role working part-time based in Sydney covering neurologists from Sydney to Newcastle including regional areas when required.

What you’ll do

• Achieve sales objectives in your assigned region, ensuring accurate and timely tracking and reporting of sales activities.

• Develop and maintain strategic account-specific business plans, considering local market forces that may impact product sales.

• Demonstrate strong in-depth clinical, technical, and scientific knowledge in relevant disease states and product mechanisms of action, with a focus on Neurology/NF1 portfolio.

• Identify and develop Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) within your territory through effective promotion of products in the Alexion portfolio as required.

• Implement local promotional activities and programs for therapy areas, including development and briefing of speakers for promotional educational meetings.

• Liaise with cross-functional medical and marketing teams to develop long-term relationships and advocacy with KOLs, healthcare provider accounts, and other appropriate external customers.

Essential for the role

• Strong Key Account Management (KAM) experience

• Experience working in a competitive environment

• Product launch experience  

• Collaborative work style with sales team and medical professionals; strong self-awareness of strengths.

• Experience in neurology and infused/injected products highly regarded. Sales experience in rare disease preferred.

• Demonstrated experience effectively working autonomously as well as interdependently.

• Proven experience developing strong, professional networks for scientific exchange and promotion with healthcare providers and in academic environments.

Desirable for the role

• Minimum 5+ years of experience

• Exposure to working with digital channels and thinking outside the box.

• Current, valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Why Alexion, AstraZeneca, Rare Disease?

At Alexion, AstraZeneca, Rare Disease everything we do is underpinned by our dedication to being a Great Place to Work. Put simply, our people are our greatest asset. We know that with a talented, brave and diverse team that believes in making a meaningful impact for people living with rare diseases, every day – incredible things happen. 

Joining Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease means embracing an opportunity where work isn’t ordinary, in a company where 'Here it means more' is more than a statement, it’s an ethos. We are a beacon in the global BioPharmaceutical landscape. Our closeness to patients brings us closer to our work and closer to each other. Combined with our brave, pioneering spirit – we are truly unique in R&D and healthcare.

So, what’s next!

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours.

Where can I find out more?

Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/

Visit our website: www.astrazeneca.com.au

AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) and as a Silver Tier Employer within the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI). Visit our ANZ Careers Page - www.astrazeneca.com.au/careers.html  to learn more about our commitment to fostering a flexible, diverse, and inclusive environment.

We recognise that any recruitment process may present challenges, if there is anything we can do to make our recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know.

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Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact accommodations@Alexion.com. Alexion participates in E-Verify.