Vertex in Australia & New Zealand
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. Globally, we employ 5,000 people across 21 countries, including Australia.
Our local operations were established in 2012, and our team has since grown to 30 employees, many of whom have responsibility for both Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). Our ANZ team members work across a range of areas, including: Medical, Regulatory, Quality, Supply Chain, Market Access, Clinical Trials, Corporate Affairs, Sales, Marketing and Finance.
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. Globally, we employ 5,000 people across 21 countries, including Australia.
Our local operations were established in 2012, and our team has since grown to 30 employees, many of whom have responsibility for both Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). Our ANZ team members work across a range of areas, including: Medical, Regulatory, Quality, Supply Chain, Market Access, Clinical Trials, Corporate Affairs, Sales, Marketing and Finance.
Innovation, R&D and the pursuit of excellence
"No matter the disease, our work is defined by a common strategy that drives a culture of innovation and scientific discovery, by finding new ways and taking agile approaches to solve difficult and important problems. This strategy, coupled with our differentiated business model, allow us to invest the majority of our resources into scientific innovation.
We are bold and take calculated risks to continuously learn and raise the bar. It’s how we create value for patients, families, and society as a whole."
Dr Chris Goon
Medical Director, Vertex ANZ
'We' Wins – Vertex as an employer
"Vertex understands the importance of creating and maintaining a safe, inclusive and positive workplace, so all employees can bring their authentic selves to work.
As our ANZ team has continued to grow, we have prioritised our culture to create a sense of belonging, with each member playing an important role in upholding an inclusive culture. When we ensure a diverse and inclusive working environment, we see the benefits of team cohesion and overall workplace happiness, which ultimately, results in increased business performance."
Sabrina Barbic
Senior Country Manager, Vertex ANZ
An environment where employees can thrive
"At Vertex, we are creating an environment where every employee can thrive both personally and professionally. Total wellbeing sits in the centre of the employee experience so that employees can focus on what matters most for themselves, for their families and for our patients. We believe in the power of purpose driven work, and every role contributes to our commitment to discovering, developing and bringing innovative medicines to people with serious diseases so they can lead better lives."
Kylie O'Hare
HR Director, Vertex ANZ
Located in St Leonards, a suburb on Sydney's Lower North Shore in New South Wales (NSW), approximately 5 kilometres from Sydney's Central Business District, the Vertex ANZ office is a modern space that supports flexible, cross-functional and hybrid collaboration, innovative thinking and team work.
