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Company introduction:

Compass Pathways plc (Nasdaq: CMPS) is a biotechnology company dedicated to accelerating patient access to evidence-based innovation in mental health. The Company is headquartered in London, UK, with offices in New York City in the US. We focus on developing novel treatments that have the potential to improve the lives of those who are suffering with mental health conditions and who are not helped by current treatments.  

We are pioneering a new paradigm for treating mental health conditions focused on rapid and durable responses through the development of our investigational COMP360 synthetic psilocybin treatment, potentially a first in class treatment. COMP360 has Breakthrough Therapy designation from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and has received Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway (ILAP) designation in the UK for treatment-resistant depression (TRD) due to the pressing unmet need in this area.

We are currently in phase 3 for TRD, have completed phase 2 studies for both post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anorexia nervosa and are planning a further late-stage study in PTSD. We envision a world where mental health means not just the absence of illness but the ability to thrive. - Compass Pathways.

Job overview:

The Senior Director, Field Patient Access will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping how patients access COMP360 therapy in the US.

This leader will build and lead a high-performing field team of Patient Access Liaisons (PALs) that enables treatment sites, patients, and caregivers to successfully navigate the complex access, reimbursement, and operational pathways required to deliver COMP360 therapy. Success will require a leader who can operate effectively in ambiguity, build from the ground up, and partner seamlessly across Patient Engagement, Commercial, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Legal, and Compliance.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in access and reimbursement, a strong track record of building and leading field teams, and a commitment to improving patient access in complex environments. They are equally comfortable setting strategy and rolling up their sleeves to solve problems in real time.

Above all, this leader is patient-centered – recognizing that behind every process, policy, and workflow is a patient seeking access to care – and is motivated to build systems that enable safe, compliant, and meaningful treatment experiences.

This position reports to the VP, Patient Engagement and will be a key contributor to launch readiness and long-term success.

Location: Remote.

Reports to: VP, Patient Engagement.

Roles and responsibilities
(Include but are not limited to):

Field Strategy & Execution:

Design and implement the national field patient access strategy aligned to COMP360 launch objectives
Build and lead the Patient Access Liaison (PAL) organization, including hiring, onboarding, training, development, and performance management
Define field roles, territory design, ways of working cross-functionally, and engagement model across treatment sites

Site Activation & Support:

Enable treatment sites to operationalize COMP360 therapy including reimbursement education, coverage navigation, billing and coding support, and workflow implementation
Support sites through patient activation and early treatment delivery
Identify and mitigate operational barriers to site adoption and scalability

Reimbursement & Access Expertise:

Ensure field team is equipped to support medical benefit coverage pathways, prior authorization requirements, claims submission and resolution, and payer policy interpretation
Partner with Market Access to provide field insights on payer dynamics and access barriers

Cross-functional Leadership:

Partner with other leaders in Patient Engagement on the patient journey operationalization and support model
Partner with Medical Affairs, Commercial, Compliance and Legal, and Commercial Operations on the operating model development and execution

Training & Capability Development:

Develop and deliver training for PALs on: reimbursement and access strategy, REMS requirements, therapy workflow and operations, and compliance and appropriate engagement

Performance Management & Insights:

Establish KPIs for field effectiveness
Provide ongoing insights to leadership on patient insights, access barriers, site readiness, and launch execution

Candidate Profile:

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MPH, PharmD or equivalent) preferred
7+ years of leadership experience in patient services within the biopharmaceutical or life sciences industry. Experience in mental health or neuroscience is highly preferred
Significant experience in field reimbursement, patient access, or market access roles
Experience building and leading national field access teams with a deep understanding of:
- Medical and pharmacy benefit reimbursement
- Buy-and-bill and site-of-care dynamics
- Prior authorization and payer processes
Patient-centric leader who integrates compassion with operational rigor
Experience supporting complex therapies (eg specialty, infusion, REMS products, or site-administered treatments)
Data-driven decision maker with expertise in KPI development and performance optimization
Soft Skills: Deep empathy, exceptional communication skills, cross-functional leadership, stakeholder management skills, and the ability to navigate sensitive topics with rigour and compassion

【For NYC】Compensation Description (annually):

Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognise employees for their work and any role at Compass, regardless of the location, is eligible for additional discretionary bonuses and equity.

【Base salary per annum】:

$220,000—$290,000 USD

Benefits & Compensation:

For an overview of our benefits package and compensation information, please visit "Working at Compass".

Equal opportunities:

Reasonable accommodation

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone’s wellbeing matters. If you need reasonable accommodation during the interview process to be at your best, please let our recruiting team know.

UK applicants

We are proud of our commitment to diversity and equality (pursuant to the Equality Act 2010). We do not discriminate based upon race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, age or disability.

US applicants

Compass Pathways is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military service, genetic information, familial or marital status, or any other status, category, or characteristic protected by applicable law.

Sponsorship:

Unfortunately, we cannot sponsor employment visas and can only accept applications if you have employment rights in the country to which you are applying.

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