Senior Associate – Flagship Projects (12-month FTC)
- Location: London / Brussels / Berlin
- Salary: Circa £70,000
- Type: Interim
- Specialism: Healthcare Communications, Public Affairs, Government Relations & Policy
- Posted: 05th Nov 2025
Drive the European Government Affairs Strategy for a Global Biotech Leader
Our brilliant client, a market-leading consultancy, is partnering with one of the world’s largest biotech companies to establish a new government affairs strategy within Europe. We are looking for a seasoned contractor to support the strategic development and delivery of an EU-wide public affairs function, working directly with senior leadership on both the consultancy and client side. This unique opportunity will thrust you straight into the heart of a high-profile, long-term project focused on policy and regulatory issues. As such, it is essential that you have a demonstrable background in biotech, pharma, or health policy and unfortunately, you will not be considered without it. Naturally, you’ll be a public affairs, government relations, or EU policy advisory professional, while experience in market entry or investment strategies and the ability to navigate local ecosystems would also be a distinct advantage.
This is a perfect role for proactive, independent thinkers with sound judgement who are comfortable under pressure and engaging with senior stakeholders. You’ll be commercially astute, a strategic thinker who’s not afraid to roll up their sleeves and will be at home with the EU regulatory landscape and biotech policy frameworks. The role will be offered as a 12-month Fixed Term Contract (FTC) but with a strong ambition to transition into a permanent position.
Key Responsibilities – Government Relations and EU Policy Leadership
- Design & deliver a comprehensive EU government relations strategy
- Map stakeholders & build engagement plans across EU institutions and member states
- Provide strategic counsel on health and industrial policy issues relevant to the biotech and CDMO sector
- Brief senior executives and act as a trusted advisor on public affairs matters
- Collaborate across internal health, trade and geographical practices
- Play a central role in embedding the function internally and identifying future growth opportunities
Why Join This Biotech Public Affairs Project?
- Be at the forefront of a major biotech policy initiative in Europe
- Engage closely with C-suite stakeholders and senior advisors
- Work on a strategic long-term project with the potential to evolve into a permanent role
- Join a highly regarded consultancy known for its collaborative culture and policy expertise
Contract Type – EU Public Affairs Recruitment Opportunity
12-month Fixed Term Contract (FTC)
How to Apply
To register your interest, please contact Ben Mitchell with a summary of your relevant experience. We’ll be in touch to arrange a confidential conversation.
Hanson Search is a leading talent advisory and executive search consultancy with consultants based across the UAE, UK, USA and Europe. We specialise in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation, and risk, with dedicated teams in Communications, Government Relations, Financial Communications, Public Affairs, Healthcare Communications, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Sustainability, Investor Relations and C-Suite recruitment. Please click here to find out more about Hanson Search.
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