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Government Affairs & Market Access Manager SPC

ID:  2324
Date of Posting:  Feb 20, 2026
Business Area:  Market Access
Job Type:  Direct Employee
On site / Remote / Hybrid:  Hybrid
Hub Office: 

Milano, IT

Territory:  Italy
Full-Time or Part-Time:  Full Time
Seniority:  Mid-senior

With its beginnings in a family run pharmacy in Correggio, Italy in the 1920s, Recordati is now a global pharmaceutical company, listed on the Italian stock exchange, with over 4,500 employees and turnover of over Euro 2bn.

We are a group of like-minded, passionate individuals who go to extraordinary lengths for our patients, customers, partners, investors and the people across the globe who we serve. We develop and commercialise medicines to serve people living with common diseases, as well as those living with some of the rarest, in around 150 countries.

At Recordati, our mantra is simple. We’ve always believed that health, and the opportunity to live life to the fullest, is a right, not a privilege. Whether that is for common diseases or the rarest – we want to give people the opportunity to be the best version of themselves.

This drive will never stop. Together, we will always be reimagining tomorrow – with new ideas, new technologies and new innovations to fight diseases.

Recordati. Unlocking the full potential of life.

Job Purpose

The National Government Affairs & Market Access Manager is responsible for defining and implementing national Market Access and Government Affairs strategies for Recordati’s Specialty & Primary Care (SPC).

The role ensures  the development and implementation of market access strategies aimed at ensuring access, reimbursement, and optimal positioning of pharmaceutical products with the National Health Service and key institutional stakeholders. in alignment with global and local strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Market Access Strategy

Define and implement national Market Access strategies for SPC across the entire product life cycle (pre‑launch, launch, post‑launch).

Ensure alignment between access strategy, business objectives and the clinical‑economic value proposition of the products.

Lead the development of value propositions, access tools and materials to support field activities.

Pricing & Reimbursement

Coordinate national pricing and reimbursement activities, including the preparation and management of P&R dossiers.

Manage negotiation processes with competent Authorities, ensuring consistency with company guidelines and economic objectives.

Contribute to the definition of forecasts and access scenarios for new and in‑line products.

Government Affairs & Policy

Develop and maintain institutional relationships with key national stakeholders (Ministries, AIFA, associations, scientific societies).

Monitor the evolution of the regulatory and policy landscape, translating changes into concrete business impacts.

Contribute to building a regulatory environment that supports innovation and patient access.

Evidence Generation & HEOR

Coordinate evidence generation activities (HEOR, RWE, economic models) in support of access and reimbursement strategies.

Collaborate with Medical Affairs in the development of epidemiological and value models.

Cross‑functional Leadership

Work closely with Marketing, Medical, Commercial, Regulatory, Finance and Global functions to ensure an integrated Market Access approach.

Support and guide regional/field teams on access strategies and institutional dynamics.

Share best practices and ensure alignment with global strategies.

Compliance

Ensure that all activities are conducted in full compliance with applicable regulations, ethical codes and company policies.

Required Education

Degree in economic or related disciplines; Master’s degree in Health Economics is a must.

Required Skills and Experience

  • Solid experience in Market Access and Pricing & Reimbursement within the pharmaceutical industry in Italy 
  • In‑depth knowledge of the Italian National Health System, AIFA processes and institutional dynamics.
  • Strategic vision and ability to translate policy and regulatory frameworks into business opportunities.
  • Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
  • Cross‑functional leadership and collaborative mindset.
  • Autonomy, results orientation and ability to operate in complex and evolving environments

Required Languages

Fluent in English

Travel required in %

70

At Recordati we believe in people! Inspired by our purpose - unlocking the full potential of life - we are committed to creating a diverse environment and cultivating a culture of inclusion. We strive to continually lead with our values and beliefs, enabling our employees to bring their whole selves to work and develop their potential.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, develop and reward without regard to, amongst others, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical or mental ability, race, ethnicity, political or religious belief.

If you are looking to join a company where you can try new things, speak openly, and be bold, we invite you to apply today.

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