Healthcare Development Manager / Market Access South West

Abbott · United Kingdom · posted today ago

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About this role

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Shape the Future of Healthcare

Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

We are seeking a commercially minded and strategically focused Healthcare Development Manager to drive market access, business growth, and healthcare transformation initiatives across the South West UK.

In this role, you will work with key stakeholders across healthcare systems to identify opportunities, influence decision-making networks, and improve patient care pathways. You will play a critical role in developing local access strategies, building clinical advocacy, and delivering value-based healthcare solutions that support both healthcare providers and patients.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute local business and market access plans to drive brand growth and adoption.
Engage with NHS stakeholders, commissioning groups, provider organisations, and integrated care systems to identify new business opportunities.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key decision-makers and influencers across healthcare economies.
Support the development of clinical pathways, guidelines, formularies, and service redesign initiatives.
Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, medical, and contract teams to deliver a unified customer engagement strategy.
Identify and implement partnership projects that deliver sustainable healthcare improvements and commercial outcomes.
Analyse market intelligence and healthcare data to identify opportunities and inform strategic decisions.
Monitor account performance, measure impact, and continuously optimise engagement plans.

About You

You are a proactive relationship builder with a strong understanding of the UK healthcare environment and a passion for delivering solutions that improve patient outcomes.

Essential Requirements

Degree educated or equivalent experience.
In-depth understanding of the NHS structure, priorities, and decision-making processes.
Proven experience engaging with NHS stakeholders at commissioning and service delivery levels.
Successful track record within healthcare, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or related healthcare markets.
Strong commercial acumen with experience delivering value-based outcomes.
Excellent negotiation, communication, presentation, and project management skills.
Experience working effectively within cross-functional teams.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and identify opportunities.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is

Results-driven with a hunter mentality.
Agile and adaptable in customer engagements.
Naturally curious and solutions-focused.
Able to influence stakeholders at all organisational levels.
Collaborative, resilient, and self-motivated.
Committed to continuous learning and professional development.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of healthcare innovation, market access, and commercial strategy. You will have the autonomy to influence healthcare delivery, build meaningful partnerships, and contribute to improving patient outcomes while driving sustainable business growth.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help shape the future of healthcare.