Senior Consultant, HTA & Market Access

Senior Consultant, Market Access (Germany/EU Focus)
Position Overview  
Putnam is looking to hire a Senior Consultant to join our HTA (Health Technology Assessment) and Market Access group. In this role you will help lead the development and execution of market access strategies across Germany and Europe, with a strong focus on HTA submissions (e.g., AMNOG, JCA), pricing, and reimbursement. The role combines strategic leadership, technical expertise, and client-facing responsibilities across the full product lifecycle—from evidence generation to price negotiations.
   
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  
Market Access Strategy & HTA Leadership


• Lead preparation and delivery of HTA dossiers (must have hands on AMNOG submission experience and ideally EU JCA) from early strategy through to price negotiations

• Advise clients on pricing, reimbursement, and market access strategies across Europe

• Support early access programs and scientific advice consultations for clinical development

Health Economics & Evidence Generation


• Design and oversee HEOR studies, including methodology, analysis, and interpretation

• Translate clinical and economic evidence into clear, impactful insights for stakeholders

Client & Project Management


• Manage projects end-to-end (scope, timeline, budget, quality)

• Act as a trusted advisor in client engagements, including interactions with regulatory and payer bodies (e.g., GKV-Spitzenverband)

Thought Leadership & Deliverables


• Develop and review protocols, reports, presentations, and HTA documentation

• Contribute to publications (abstracts, manuscripts)

• Monitor and apply evolving HTA and health economics methodologies, particularly in Germany/EU

 
Desired Skills and Experience   


• Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, health economics, or related field

• ~3+ years’ experience in HTA, pricing & reimbursement, and HEOR across multiple markets

• Proven track record leading HTA submissions and market access projects

• Strong understanding of European payer systems and HTA processes

• Experience in client management and proposal development

• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication skills (ability to simplify complex topics)

• Proactive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented mindset

• Proficiency in statistical tools, MS Office, and digital/AI-supported workflows

• Fluent in English and German 

What we offer you!  


• Competitive compensation and great benefits 

• Fantastic opportunities for professional development, working along industry experts

• Flexible, home-based working model

  
Company Description
Inizio Ignite, Putnam  
Inizio Ignite is the global advisory partner for health and life sciences, encompassing connected expertise across Research Partnership, Putnam, Vynamic, and STEM. Guided by purpose, passion, and precision, we collaborate with clients to ignite impact, accelerate performance, and deliver lasting change for patients. By uniting strategy, insights, and innovation with a unique depth and breadth of expertise, we drive transformation and shape the future of health. Our Putnam strategy consulting team bridges science and strategy to enable confident decision-making and build value for pharma. We partner with leading health and life science companies serving brand & commercial leaders, Medical Affairs, access & pricing, and R&D.  Our expertise spans offerings including therapeutic area strategy, data & AI strategy, go-to-market strategy, commercialization & growth, value, pricing & access (VPA) strategy, and evidence generation. Proudly part of Inizio – the market-leading commercialization partner for health and life sciences. From early-stage development to loss of exclusivity, we simplify complexity, unlock value, and make collaboration seamless at every pivotal moment – supporting confident, insight-driven decisions that move innovation forward.
We believe that to create real, lasting change on human health, we must bring out the best in our people, in every way and at every level. We offer a boutique-firm feel inside a global enterprise, opening the door to limitless opportunities to kickstart your career or hone your expertise. Built on the pillars of empowerment, collaboration, and meaning, we’re proud to offer a fulfilling environment where world-class advisors can come together to shape the future of healthcare for the better.
Serving the life sciences industry, including the top 20 global biopharmaceutical companies, consistently ranked as one of the top consulting firms by Vault, and maintaining a true global team of experts sitting across 3 continents, we offer a unique opportunity to play a central role in supporting our clients.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are tenets of our core values. We strive to create a culture and environment that fosters belonging and authenticity across all levels and values individuals for their skills, experience, diverse backgrounds, and unique perspectives. Collectively, DEI serves as a foundational element of who we are and how we work with our clients and with each other.
Our core values:


• Team

• Excellence

• Strategic

• Passion

• Diversity

 
This is an Equal Employment Opportunity
Please note that Putnam Associates is in no way affiliated with Putnam Investments and that this is not a finance opportunity.
 
 
 
  Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.