Senior Government Affairs Manager - Human Pharma
THE POSITION
Location: Hybrid – Bracknell Head Office
Company: Boehringer Ingelheim (BI) – Human Pharma (HP) Business
Department: Corporate Affairs
Are you ready to make a real impact in healthcare government affairs and policy? Join Boehringer Ingelheim as our Senior Government Affairs Manager, where your strategic insight and advocacy will help shape a favourable business environment across the UK & Ireland.
This is a high-profile role for a dynamic individual who thrives in navigating complexity across national government, and devolved nations. You’ll tailor Boehringer’s global policy frameworks to local needs, driving forward bold, high-impact Government Affairs programmes that ensure patients have access to our innovative medicines—today and tomorrow.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
• Be the Government Expert: Monitor and analyse political and legislative developments, providing strategic counsel to guide Boehringer’s business decisions
• Drive Advocacy Strategy: Lead the development and execution of policy positions and responses to government consultations, ensuring Boehringer’s voice is heard and respected
• Build Influence: Cultivate strong relationships with key UK and devolved elected and political stakeholders, enhancing Boehringer’s visibility and reputation in the life sciences sector
• Lead External Engagements: Represent Boehringer in trade associations, and parliamentary forums, including ABPI and All-Party Parliamentary Groups
• Be the Face of Boehringer: Lead outreach to politicians across England and devolved nations, acting as the primary point of contact
• Deliver with Precision: Manage the creation and approval of advocacy materials via Veeva, and oversee the Government Relations budget with agency support
WHAT YOU BRING
• A degree or equivalent professional experience
• Proven experience in the UK, Irish, devolved or EU political landscape
• A strong track record of government engagement and shaping policy environments through strategic advocacy
• Exceptional relationship-building skills with the ability to influence at all levels—existing parliamentary connections are a plus
• Outstanding communication skills—clear, concise, targeted and engaging
• A project management mindset with the ability to prioritise and deliver under pressure
• A collaborative spirit with the drive to work independently and as part of a unified team
• Experience managing external agencies and budgets
• Familiarity with Veeva (Promomats) is an advantage
WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
Boehringer Ingelheim has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK. Being certified as a Top Employer confirms our dedication to a better world of work, delivered through excellent HR policies and people practices. To learn more visit: https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.co.uk/careers/uk-careers/why-great-place-work