Senior Manager (Medical Writing / HTA)

Job description

INTRODUCTION & ROLE PURPOSE Acumetis was born from the union of leaders in life sciences strategy and patient-focused solutions . Together, we combine decades of experience across scientific insights, commercial strategy, launch excellence, and healthcare innovation to tackle the complex challenges that shape the future of medicine. We partner with leaders to solve high-stakes problems, uncover hidden opportunities, and translate scientific, clinical, and health economic evidence into actionable insights . By connecting expertise across functions, life sciences organisations can make smarter decisions, strengthen value communication, and deliver therapies to the patients who need them most. When you reframe what’s possible, scientific evidence becomes meaningful insight, complex data becomes compelling narratives, and innovation reaches the people who need it most. As a Senior Manager , you will play a pivotal role in leading medical writing and HTA-focused engagements across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare sectors. At this level, you are expected to demonstrate advanced scientific leadership, deep expertise in medical writing through demonstratable experience of having supported HTA submissions, value proposition development, publication writing and market access strategy and evidence synthesis-associated written deliverables. Senior Managers own large programmes end-to-end , ensuring excellence across scientific communications, HTA submissions , value evidence development, and publication strategy while managing cross-functional teams and maintaining strong client partnerships. You will influence internal thinking, shape scientific methodologies , and provide leadership that strengthens Acumetis' scientific communications and market access capabilities . This role requires advanced leadership, scientific credibility , and a passion for translating complex evidence into clear, impactful communications for diverse audiences including HTA agencies, payers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and industry stakeholders. This role builds the capabilities required for progression to Associate Director , where strategic ownership of major client accounts, scientific leadership, commercial responsibility, and thought leadership become core expectations. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS Core Knowledge Lead the development of high-quality medical writing deliverables across HTA, market access, and evidence synthesis projects, ensuring scientific accuracy, strategic alignment, and clear communication of complex evidence. Author and review a range of written outputs, including HTA submission materials, value dossiers, value propositions, evidence summaries, publication manuscripts, and other market access and evidence-generation-related deliverables. Translate complex clinical, economic, and real-world evidence into compelling, stakeholder-focused narratives tailored to payer, HTA, healthcare professional, and industry audiences. Embed Medical Writing, HTA, and Market Access expertise into client engagements, ensuring deliverables effectively communicate evidence and support strategic decision-making. How You Work Critical Thinking & Attention to Detail Drive strategic scientific decision-making across programmes, balancing evidence requirements, stakeholder expectations, and client objectives. Review scientific deliverables across teams, establishing and reinforcing quality assurance standards and best practices. Guide teams through complex evidence challenges, shaping clear scientific narratives and strategic recommendations. Time Management & Collaboration Manage priorities across multiple client engagements, publications, HTA projects, and evidence-generation workstreams. Coordinate resource planning and delivery timelines across scientific and consulting teams. Build strong collaboration across Medical Affairs, HEOR, Market Access, Clinical Development, and Commercial functions. Lead the development of a high-performance culture through strong scientific leadership and collaboration. Communication & Client Engagement Lead scientific workshops, evidence-planning discussions, HTA strategy meetings, and advisory board engagements. Act as a trusted scientific advisor to clients, navigating complex stakeholder discussions with confidence and credibility. Communicate scientific and value-based evidence in a way that supports informed decision-making among senior stakeholders. Project Management Oversee scientific programmes, ensuring alignment across scope, budgets, teams, timelines, and quality standards. Review and approve evidence-generation, literature review, and medical writing approaches across workstreams. Coordinate multiple parallel projects while maintaining delivery excellence and client satisfaction. Ensure consistent project forecasting, compliance, and operational visibility. What You Do Research & Evidence Lead evidence reviews and synthesis activities across multiple therapeutic areas and client programmes. Develop evidence frameworks that support HTA submissions, payer engagement, scientific publications, and value communications. Provide methodological guidance on literature reviews, evidence generation, and research approaches. Analysis & Strategic Interpretation Review clinical, epidemiological, outcomes, and health economic evidence to ensure scientific robustness and strategic value. Integrate clinical data, HTA requirements, market dynamics, and policy considerations into clear client recommendations. Writing, Storytelling & Deliverables Provide senior review and strategic oversight of HTA dossiers, value communications, manuscripts, abstracts, posters, slide decks, and scientific reports. Develop compelling evidence-based narratives tailored to payers, HTA bodies, healthcare professionals, and internal stakeholders. Ensure accuracy, compliance, consistency, and scientific excellence across all written deliverables. Champion best practices in medical writing, publication standards, and scientific communication. Business Development Contribute actively to proposal development, including scientific methodology, scope definition, and budget planning. Support the development of innovative scientific communication and HTA solutions for new and existing clients. Build long-term client relationships and contribute to sustainable business growth. People Leadership Coach and mentor medical writers, consultants, and scientific team members across all levels. Lead performance reviews and support individual development plans with clarity and fairness. Create an inclusive, supportive, and psychologically safe environment that promotes scientific excellence and continuous learning. Oversee team operations, workload planning, and effective communication across project teams. Qualifications and Experience Education Degree-level qualification (2.1 or above preferred) in a scientific, medical, or health-related discipline, such as: Life Sciences Pharmacy Public Health Health Economics Biochemistry Biomedical Sciences Medicine Epidemiology Advanced degree (MSc, MRes, PhD, PharmD, MD) strongly preferred. Skills & Capabilities Significant experience in Medical Writing, Scientific Communications, HTA, Market Access, HEOR, or related consultancy environments. Strong understanding of HTA processes, payer evidence requirements, and value communication. Demonstrated experience developing or reviewing publication materials, dossiers, value communications, and scientific reports. Advanced scientific writing, editing, and communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Strong leadership capability, including line management, coaching, and team development. Excellent understanding of evidence synthesis methodologies and interpretation of clinical and health economic data. Proven ability to drive quality, consistency, and scientific excellence across multiple complex programmes. VALUE FRAMEWORK At Acumetis, our values are built upon four essential values that define the competencies and behaviours needed for each role within our organisation: business, self, team, and client. These values are represented by: Entrepreneurial – we have an entrepreneurial mindset towards work, we are solutions oriented and we accept challenges that come our way Integrity - We are responsible and accountable, we treat everyone with respect, generosity and care Collaboration – We listen to one another and tap into knowledge, wisdom and perspectives of our colleagues and we foster a supportive inclusive environment Achievement – We make a difference of driving company and personal growth and we thrive on achievement and recognition of ourselves, our team and our company DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION Acumetis is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best work. Internally, we strive to create an environment where diversity of thought and experience enhances collaboration, drives innovation, and supports personal and professional growth. By championing inclusivity, we ensure that all team members can thrive and achieve success together. Acumetis. Reframe what’s possible.