Senior Government Affairs Manager
THE POSITION
The Senior Public & Government Affairs Manager will lead the development and execution of impactful public affairs and policy engagement programmes for a dedicated therapeutic areaacrossin the UK & Ireland.
In this role, you will monitor and analyse the relevant political and policy developments and play a key part in influencing the external policy environment, building strong relationships with government, political, healthcare, and industry stakeholders, and supporting strategies that help improve patient access to innovative medicines.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyse political, policy, legislative, and NHS developments, identifying opportunities and risks for the business.
- Develop and execute public affairs and advocacy strategies that support business objectives and patient access.
- Provide strategic policy insight and counsel to senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, government officials, NHS stakeholders, trade associations, and external partners such as think tanks.
- Represent Boehringer Ingelheim across industry bodies, including the ABPI and other relevant stakeholder groups, as required.
- Lead advocacy initiatives and policy engagement programmes that enhance the company's reputation and influence.
- Develop consultation responses, briefing documents, position papers, presentations, and other policy communications.
- Partner closely with Market Access & Healthcare Affairs, Corporate Affairs, Medical, and Commercial colleagues to ensure aligned strategies and messaging.
- Manage external agencies and relevant Public & Government Affairs budgets.
- Ensure all activities are delivered in line with applicable regulations, the ABPI Code, and company compliance requirements.
Requirements
- Degree-qualified or equivalent professional experience, ideally within public affairs, political affairs, government relations, healthcare policy, communications, or a related discipline.
- Significant experience in public affairs, politics, government relations, healthcare, patient advocacy, the NHS, or a related environment, with pharmaceutical industry experience considered a strong advantage.
- Strong understanding of the UK & Ireland political, policy, and healthcare landscape, including the factors influencing patient access and healthcare decision-making.
- Demonstrated experience developing and implementing advocacy, stakeholder engagement, or policy-shaping strategies.
- Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior audiences internally and externally. Existing relationships with policymakers, parliamentarians, or healthcare stakeholders would be advantageous.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex policy issues into clear and compelling messages.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working effectively in a cross-functional, matrix organisation.
- Experience managing external agencies, strategic partnerships, or budgets is desirable. Familiarity with Veeva or similar approval systems would be advantageous.
WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
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