Senior Associate – Flagship Projects (12-month FTC)

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 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 judgment 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.

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