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Senior Associate – EU Government Affairs (Biotech) | Brussels
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Posted Date: 29/07/2025
Industry Sector: PR and comms
Location: Belgium
Market Experience: Belgium
Contract Length: Longer than 6 Months
Salary: € 150 - € 1 500
Lead EU Policy Strategy for a Global Biotech Client – 12-Month Contract with Permanent Potential
Job Title:
Senior Associate – EU Government Affairs (Biotech Sector)
Location:
Brussels, Belgium (Hybrid working available)
Contract:
12-month Fixed-Term Contract, with strong potential for permanent transition
About the Role
Our client, a leading consultancy, is partnering with one of the world’s largest biotech companies to establish a new government affairs strategy within Europe. This role sits at the heart of a high-profile, long-term project focused on policy and regulatory issues impacting the CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation) sector.
This is a unique opportunity to lead the development and delivery of an EU-wide public affairs function, working directly with senior leadership on both the consultancy and client side. The initial contract is for 12 months, with a strong ambition to transition into a permanent position.
Key Responsibilities
Design and deliver a comprehensive EU government relations strategy
Map stakeholders and 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
Candidate Profile
Experience:
5–8 years' experience in public affairs, government relations, or EU policy advisory
Strong understanding of biotech, biopharma, or health policy (CDMO experience is a plus)
Experience gained in consultancy, trade associations, or in-house roles
Familiarity with the EU regulatory landscape and biotech policy frameworks
Knowledge of the EU Biotech Act is an advantage
Skills & Attributes:
Highly proactive and independent with sound judgement
Resilient under pressure and comfortable engaging senior stakeholders
Collaborative by nature – thrives in cross-functional and international teams
Commercially aware, strategic thinker who’s not afraid to roll up their sleeves
Why Apply?
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
How to Apply
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