Director Of Government Affairs

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Who are we?

Almirall is a global pharmaceutical company with 1,765 employees with a direct presence in more than 20 countries.

We have helped to positively change hundreds of thousands of lives through our innovative products and solutions since 1943. We have 15% staff dedicated to R&D in cutting edge scientific research to find solutions for unmet patient needs. We care about skin health. Our medicines help to make a significant difference to patients’ lives by treating a wide range of skin disease.

Our Culture

At Almirall, our Noble Purpose is at the core of our work: “Transform the patients’ world by helping them realize their hopes and dreams for a healthy life”. We invest in differentiated and ground-breaking medical dermatology products to bring our innovative solutions to patients in need. We listen to the patient and physician responding to their needs and helping them get the treatments they need. We are driven by science, diligent by nature.

We have a successful history in Dermatology space which places us well to create a strong footprint into speciality immuno-dermatology. Join us and make a difference

About the Opportunity

We have a great opportunity as Director of Government Affairs for the DACH region, reporting to the General Manager, you will be leading the Pharma Affairs department, which includes Drug Safety and Regulatory affairs.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Coordination of activities to obtain and maintain existing Almirall product approvals as well as the development of concepts to efficiently obtain desired new approvals for the entire D/A/CH region
• Providing support for potential new product launches;
• External collaboration mainly with regulatory authorities according to drug, cosmetic and medical device law, as well as associations and interest groups in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Luxemburg, the Ministry of Health and payers
• Building strong relationships, networks and alliances with policy stakeholders including parliamentarians, government agencies, coalitions, academics, KOLs and advocacy groups.
• Contribute to the European policy and government affairs strategies, participating in global team meetings and ensuring collaboration and alignment.
• Acting as the internal responsible manager to lead legal processes and actions of competitors or against competitors
• Monitor and share with local Senior Management information on regulatory developments

Requirements

• University or bachelor’s degree. A Master’s degree in political science, public policy, public health or MBA/JD would be an advantage.
• Significant proven experience in public affairs, policy and government affairs roles
• Strong experience in interacting with Health Authorities and Associations
• Well-established stakeholder relationships and networks with key decision-makers, opinion leaders and advocacy groups
• Strong knowledge of European and German regulations on Regulatory Affairs and Drug Safety is desirable
• A high level of English and German is essential for job performance

Values and competencies

• Collaborative mindset
• Effective verbal and written communication and influencing skills
• Exemplary compliance ethics and high concern for standards
• Demonstrated ability to set and manage priorities, resources, performance objectives and project initiatives