Senior Government Affairs Manager – Human Pharma

Boehringer Ingelheim

Location: Hybrid – Bracknell Head Office
Department: Corporate Affairs

Position Summary

Are you ready to make a real impact in healthcare government affairs and policy? Join Boehringer Ingelheim as our Senior Government Affairs Manager, where your strategic insight and advocacy will help shape a favourable business environment across the UK & Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Be the Government Expert: Monitor and analyse political and legislative developments, providing strategic counsel to guide Boehringer’s business decisions
• Drive Advocacy Strategy: Lead the development and execution of policy positions and responses to government consultations, ensuring Boehringer’s voice is heard and respected
• Build Influence: Cultivate strong relationships with key UK and devolved elected and political stakeholders, enhancing Boehringer’s visibility and reputation in the life sciences sector
• Lead External Engagements: Represent Boehringer in trade associations, and parliamentary forums, including ABPI and All-Party Parliamentary Groups
• Be the Face of Boehringer: Lead outreach to politicians across England and devolved nations, acting as the primary point of contact
• Deliver with Precision: Manage the creation and approval of advocacy materials via Veeva, and oversee the Government Relations budget with agency support

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent professional experience
• Proven experience in the UK, Irish, devolved or EU political landscape
• A strong track record of government engagement and shaping policy environments through strategic advocacy
• Exceptional relationship‑building skills with the ability to influence at all levels – existing parliamentary connections are a plus
• Outstanding communication skills – clear, concise, targeted and engaging
• A project management mindset with the ability to prioritise and deliver under pressure
• A collaborative spirit with the drive to work independently and as part of a unified team
• Experience managing external agencies and budgets
• Familiarity with Veeva (Promomats) is an advantage

Benefits

Boehringer Ingelheim has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK. Being certified as a Top Employer confirms our dedication to a better world of work, delivered through excellent HR policies and people practices. Learn more: https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.co.uk/careers/uk-careers/why-great-place-work

About the company

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better. We support your development and provide a respectful, friendly environment. We invest in global accessibility to healthcare and encourage innovation.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing