External Affairs Director

• Founding member of ANZ Leadership Team

• Establish and lead Government / External Affairs for ANZ

• Dynamic and innovative healthcare organisation

• Market leading remuneration and benefits package

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Healthcare Professionals Group have partnered with this ground-breaking healthcare organisation to identify a high calibre candidate for this newly created role of External Affairs Director.

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About the company

Join one of the pharmaceutical sector's most dynamic and innovative organisations that has played a key role in saving lives and improving health outcomes for patients globally. With a burgeoning pipeline of therapeutics and a key agreement with the Australian government, this organisation has unique and exciting growth plans in the APAC region, and globally. This includes establishing regional headquarters and local manufacturing facilities in Melbourne.

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About the opportunity

Reporting to the General Manager ANZ, your role as External Affairs Director will see you working alongside the leadership team and above country SMEs in developing and executing the overall Government Affairs / External Affairs strategy for the organisation at an exciting growth phase. Your established experience will see you playing a key role in the organisation's strategic partnership executed with the Commonwealth Government. You will focus on shaping the public policy environment enabling the organisation to deliver innovative solutions for patients and consumers through thought leadership and external partner relationships.

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Duties

• Establish and lead the External / Government Affairs function for the ANZ operations

• Work collaboratively with in-country internal stakeholders and SMEs above country to build the External / Government Affairs strategy for the organisation

• Partner with key stakeholders to establish shared public policy goals

• Manage relationships with industry trade associations

• Assess policy and political matters that may impact the organisation

• Develop and communicate policy positions through analysis of current and future political and policy trends

• Work closely with internal stakeholders in developing the External / Government Affairs strategy

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Skills and Experience

• Significant experience as External Affairs Director / Government Affairs Director for a global pharmaceutical, medical technology or healthcare organisation, including in depth understanding and experience across the ANZ policy landscape (mandatory)

• Strong networks across government agencies and authorities

• Ability to challenge convention

• Strong influencing and leadership skills (internal and external stakeholders)

• Degree in Health Policy, Political Science, Law or similar

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Benefits

• Market leading remuneration package including STIs, LTIs and stock on appointment

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance for you and your family

• Generous life and disability insurance

• Access to additional leave

• Paid parental leave, family planning and adoption benefits

• Well-being and employee assistance program

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How to Apply

To apply for this role, please ensure you meet the Skills and Experience requirements before applying electronically.