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2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from TekWissen UK Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider throughout the UK, Europe and many other countries in the world. The below client is an American multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporation. Job Title: Pharmaceutical Senior Manager Location: Surrey,KT20 7NT Duration: 6 Months WorkType : Onsite Job Description: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional senior political communicator to join Client location's industry leading Policy and Public Affairs team and lead work to position the company as a strategic partner for the client location at a critical moment for healthcare and life sciences. This strategic, externally-facing role encompasses a wide range of stakeholder engagement with UK Government, Parliament, and healthcare policymakers, and requires a high degree of political and commercial acumen. The post holder will advance the UK Vision for Growth and Client’s Purpose Blueprint by leading the conversation with policy makers and influencers to ensure a pro-patient, pro-innovation business environment and enhance Trust in Client. The post holder will: Lead development and delivery of Policy and Public Affairs campaigns in support of establishing a UK life sciences eco-system that promotes innovation and protects Client’s licence to operate Undertake external engagement and build relationships with UK Government, Parliament, and the wider public policymaking community in support of key strategic priorities Provide deep political and healthcare insights and strategic counsel to business leaders as well as prioritising areas of greatest impact Be a thought leader, developing new ideas and impactful messaging about the future of UK healthcare and life sciences Be a trusted adviser to senior business leaders on the healthcare and life sciences political and policy environment Key accountabilities: Deliver a co-ordinated programme of work in collaboration with the wider UK Policy and Public Affairs team Work closely with all parts of the Client business, including Business Units, R&D, Access & Value, Medical Affairs, and Global Policy and Public Affairs to develop policy frameworks and propositions Work in close alignment with the External Communications, Global Health and Social Impact, and Patient Advocacy teams to ensure a coherent, truly integrated approach to external engagement in the UK Work closely with relevant colleagues to develop Client positions/propositions that support a favourable medicines access environment – short, medium and long-term needs Build long-term advocacy amongst a diverse range of stakeholders including: Government, NHS, DHSC, DSIT, DBT, Parliamentarians, devolved nations, patient groups, third party policy groups (e.g. think tanks), trade associations, the academic, clinical and science communities Ensure UK Management Forum, UK Corporate Affairs Leadership Team and Global colleagues have timely awareness of policy developments, related positions and activities Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience Essential: Passionate about politics and public policy – and its ability to create positive outcomes for society. Strong interest in the major societal, political and public policy themes shaping UK and global affairs today. Excellent written and verbal communications skills Understanding of working within a matrix structure and internal paths to influencing, with ability to facilitate successful working relationships with the wider business. Demonstrable experience providing strategic counsel to senior business, political, or healthcare leaders Pro-active, self-starter able to work with minimal day to day supervision High impact influencing and negotiating skills Maintain strict compliance with all applicable policies and laws, especially those related to interactions with government officials Significant knowledge of the UK healthcare and business policy systems and processes in which UK healthcare and life sciences companies operate Experience in the public policy arena, from a background such as politics, healthcare, civil service, think tank, public affairs agency, life sciences industry A strong and wide-ranging network of key stakeholders within the UK policy and political landscape, with a high level of understanding of UK political and Parliamentary process High level of understanding of how to use internal and external communication channels to shape the environment and build/protect organisational reputation. An understanding of how to develop public policy positions, with strong analytical and critical thinking skills Experience working within multi-stakeholder platforms, such as trade associations, to build policy positions and influence change Experience of commissioning work from external agencies TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity. Seniority levelSeniority level Mid-Senior level Employment typeEmployment type Contract Job functionJob function Business Development and Management Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at TekWissen UK by 2x Get notified about new Manager Clinical Affairs jobs inSurrey, England, United Kingdom . Clinical Development Quality Manager (GCP)Egham, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago Camberley, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr