Senior Manager, Patient Advocacy

Axsome Therapeutics•New York, NY

8d•$140,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Axsome Therapeutics is seeking a Senior Manager, Patient Advocacy to drive communications and engagement with patient advocacy organizations and other external stakeholders. This role will build new and expand existing partnerships, foster collaboration, and identify future areas of mutual interest to improve the lives of patients and caregivers impacted by CNS conditions. This role is based at Axsome’s HQ in New York City with an on-site requirement of at least three days per week. We are unable to consider candidates who are looking for fully remote roles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required and minimum of 7 years of experience with patient advocacy groups in a relevant pharmaceutical, non-profit, or consulting setting
Proven track record in managing relationships and influencing key stakeholders
Strong working knowledge of pharmaceutical environment is required
Ability to work onsite Mondays, Tuesday, and Thursdays

Nice To Haves

Experience forming partnerships with patient advocacy organizations and other external stakeholders
Experience with CNS or other chronic conditions
Excellent written and communication skills
Experience in health policy or government affairs preferred
Comfortable multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment and able to adjust based on changing priorities
Willingness to travel as needed, up to 25%

Responsibilities

Create and implement strategic plans for patient advocacy and stakeholder engagement
Serve as the primary point of accountability to develop long-term, trusting relationships with patient advocacy community
Collaborate with corporate communications, marketing, market access, medical affairs, and clinical operations on opportunities to engage patients and advocates on key priorities
Support launch readiness and post-marketing insight gathering to ensure positive patient experience
Represent company at advocate events, scientific congresses, and patient meetings
Develop and manage budget for patient advocacy sponsorships and partnership opportunities
Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures as well as applicable laws and regulations.