Market Access Director

Location: Cedar Knolls
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Reset your expectations of a health and wellness agency. From our inception, Fingerpaint has been driven by an unstoppable collective spirit of possibility. It’s that curiosity that’s at the heart of everything we do. From our legendary people-first culture to the hundreds of Fingerpainters who define us, we’ve reimagined what it means to be a healthcare and wellness advertising agency. Here, creativity happens naturally—we attract top talent and give them a space to grow and collaborate. Fingerpaint Market Access (FPMA), a Fingerpaint Group company, is seeking an experienced and strategic marketer to support and lead the development and execution of innovative market access (MA) marketing and patient support services (PSS) initiatives for its pharmaceutical and biotech clients. Objectives of This Role: This role offers the opportunity to shape MA marketing strategies for leading pharmaceutical and healthcare brands, working with a dynamic team in a fast-paced agency environment. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset, deep industry knowledge, and a passion for delivering impactful marketing solutions in the complex MA landscape. Responsibilities: Develop and execute comprehensive market access marketing strategies for clients, focusing on all MA ecosystem stakeholders (e.g., payers, hospitals, integrated delivery networks (IDNs), office practice managers, HUBs, specialty pharmacies) Develop access landscape assessments and PSS benchmarking studies to inform strategic recommendations and tactics Collaborate with clients to develop annual market access brand plans, including strategic initiatives and supporting tactics Drive and contribute directly to the creation of high-impact marketing materials (e.g., payer value propositions, pre-approval information exchange (PIE) decks, banner ads, brochures, flashcards, formulary kits, patient support collateral) Oversee and participate in the medical, legal, regulatory (MLR) submission (e.g., Veeva) and review process for all collateral material as necessary Manage client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor Monitor project budgets and timelines, ensuring profitability and client satisfaction Manage other colleagues, providing guidance and mentorship on project execution Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities and developing proposals Job Requirements: 4 years of MA marketing experience in either a pharmaceutical company or MA agency, with a preference for a history of supporting new product launches Deep understanding of the US healthcare system, payer landscape, and market access dynamics Ability to translate MA and clinical concepts into clear, compelling narratives and messages Experience with market research, data analysis, and collateral development Strong multitasker with ability to run multiple projects, priorities, and client demands Excellent leadership, communication, writing, and presentation skills Ability to travel occasionally for client and internal interactions Bachelors degree in marketing, business, or related field; MBA preferred Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s okay! Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Fingerpaint, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles! Our team of qualified recruiters can match you with the right opportunity. Fingerpaint Group provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to all applicants and employees. We are proud to recruit qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or citizenship status.

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