Senior Government Affairs Manager - Human Pharma

THE POSITION

Location: Hybrid – Bracknell Head Office

Company: Boehringer Ingelheim (BI) – Human Pharma (HP) Business

Department: Corporate Affairs

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.

This is a high-profile role for a dynamic individual who thrives in navigating complexity across national government, and devolved nations. You’ll tailor Boehringer’s global policy frameworks to local needs, driving forward bold, high-impact Government Affairs programmes that ensure patients have access to our innovative medicines—today and tomorrow.

What You’ll Do

• 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
  
  
  

What You Bring

• 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
  
  
  

WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

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. To learn more visit: https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.co.uk/careers/uk-careers/why-great-place-work

Our Company

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

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.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com