Associate Director, Patient Services

Join us as we transform immunology and deliver medicines that help autoimmune patients get their lives back. argenx is preparing for multi-dimensional expansion to reach more patients through a rich pipeline of differentiated assets, led by VYVGART, our first-in-class neonatal Fc receptor blocker approved for the treatment of gMG, and with the potential to treat patients across dozens of severe autoimmune diseases. We are building a new kind of biotech company, one that maintains its roots as a science-based start-up and pushes our commitment to innovate across all corners of our business. We strive to inspire and grow our company, our partnerships, our science, and our people, because when we do, we deliver more for patients. This job posting is for an existing vacancy in the organization. As Associate Director, Patient Services, you will play a critical role in advancing our mission to transform the lives of patients living with severe autoimmune diseases. You will lead the delivery of an integrated and personalized patient experience, driving meaningful outcomes across diagnosis, treatment initiation, treatment fulfillment, adherence, and disease management. Reporting to the Director, Patient Services, you will lead the day-to-day management of the MyPATH ® Patient Support Program, ensuring operational excellence, program sustainability, and continuous improvement. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners, including Marketing, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Sales, Regulatory, Finance, Legal, and Compliance, to deliver a best-in-class experience for patients and healthcare providers while supporting the organization's strategic objectives . argenx Canada Inc ( located in Vaughan, Ontario) is the Canadian subsidiary of argenx BV, headquartered in Ghent, Belgium. Major Accountabilities: Patient Support Program Management: Contributes to the development of patient program strategy that supports patient access to Vyvgart ® in Neurology. Leads the execution of strategic imperatives through annual operating plan (goals and objectives ) with the delivery of tactical initiatives that align with Vyvgart patient journey through the MyPATH ® patient support program (PSP). Provide daily program oversight and act as the key point of contact for PSP provider and program vendor management staff. Leads the planning and execution of vendor-led projects and strategic initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and measurable outcomes. Identify and propose innovative and/or digital initiatives to improve program efficiency and patient experience. Attends relevant industry forums and shares insights on evolving patient support, reimbursement, and market access trends Collaboration and Partnerships: Partners with Marketing to develop program tools and initiatives that communicate MyPATH ® services to patients and healthcare professionals. Develops and maintains strategic partnerships across Sales, Marketing, Market Access, Medical Affairs, PSP Operations, Regulatory, Finance, Legal, and Compliance. Builds productive and collaborative relationships with key external stakeholders, including advertising agencies, PSP vendors, and EMR support partners. Supports PSP education and provides guidance to internal stakeholders on patient services strategy and operations. Supports the Director, Patient Services in the planning and execution of PSP Vendor Collaboration Meetings, both virtual and in-person, throughout the year. Data Analysis: Leverages patient support program data to drive strategic decision-making, optimize operational performance, identify meaningful insights, and improve patient outcomes. Enhances vendor data reporting through the development and optimization of dashboards, analytics, and performance reporting. Operational and Compliance: Leads and manages PSP contracts, including MSAs and SOWs, from development through purchase order issuance and execution. Partners with the Director of Finance to manage budgets, invoicing, and financial reporting, while monitoring variances and escalating significant risks as appropriate . Creates and manages purchase orders for relevant programs and vendors while identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency through process and digital innovation. Supports internal and external audit activities and ensures audit readiness. Develops and maintains PSP governance and operating guidance documents . Drives operational efficiency and cost optimization through continuous improvement of PSP processes, SOPs, and vendor management p