PpAt Ferrer we use business to fight for social justice. We have long been a company that looks to do things differently; instead of maximizing shareholder returns, we reinvest much of our profit in initiatives that give back to society. Back where it belongs. We go beyond compliance and are guided by the highest standards of sustainability, ethics and integrity. As such, since 2022, we are a B Corp. /p pFounded in Barcelona in 1959, Ferrer offers transformative solutions for life‑threatening diseases in more than one hundred countries. In line with our purpose, we have an increasing focus on pulmonary vascular and interstitial lung diseases and rare neurological disorders. Our 1,800‑strong team is driven by a clear conviction: our business is not an end in itself, but a way to change lives. /p pWe are Ferrer. Ferrer for good. /p h3Your mission /h3 pFerrer is looking for a Corporate Government Affairs Lead to join our Corporate Patient Advocacy and Public Affairs Team. This role is key to shaping and executing Ferrer’s public affairs strategy at a corporate level, with a strong focus on rare diseases and high‑value therapies. You will be responsible for driving Ferrer’s voice and positioning in the external policy environment, building trusted relationships with key stakeholders, and ensuring that the needs of patients and healthcare systems are reflected in policy and regulatory frameworks. You will work cross‑functionally to align internal priorities with external opportunities and help shape a sustainable and equitable healthcare ecosystem. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liLead the development and execution of Ferrer’s corporate public and government affairs strategy, aligned with our purpose and business priorities. /li liMonitor and shape the evolving policy landscape in rare diseases and high‑value therapies in Ferrer’s operating territories, with special focus on EU, UK, and LATAM. /li liIdentify and act on opportunities to influence policy, regulation, and funding frameworks that support access, innovation, and sustainability. /li liBuild and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, regulatory bodies, trade associations, think tanks, and NGOs. /li liRepresent Ferrer in key industry and policy forums, ensuring our voice is heard in relevant debates and initiatives. /li liCollaborate with Patient Advocacy Groups (PAGs), healthcare professionals, and other ecosystem actors to co‑create evidence‑based policy positions. /li liWork closely with Patient Advocacy, Market Access, Medical Affairs, RD, and Commercial teams to ensure alignment between internal strategies and external policy goals. /li liSupport the development of multistakeholder policy reports and advocacy campaigns that reflect Ferrer’s commitment to patient‑focused innovation. /li liProvide strategic counsel to senior leadership on public affairs risks and opportunities. /li /ul h3Why Ferrer? /h3 ul liMake a positive impact in society /li liGrow in a culture of trust, responsibility, and constructive feedback /li liEnjoy a flexible working model collaborative office experience to enable innovation and teamworking /li liMake a real difference to the team and to yourself /li liTake advantage of opportunities for development learning /li liDiscover a range of benefits to support your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing /li liCustomize your remuneration and benefit /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 pbWhat you’ll need to succeed /b /p pYou will rock at this company if you are a person with empathy, humility, curiosity and optimism. /p pYou will rock at this role if you match with: /p ul liBackground: Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Law, Life Sciences, Public Health or related field. Master’s degree in Public Policy, Health Economics or similar is a plus. /li liExperience: Minimum 7 years of experience in public/government affairs roles in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector. /li liProven track record in shaping policy and regulatory environments, ideally in rare diseases or high‑value therapies. /li /ul pbTechnical Skills: /b /p ul liDeep understanding of EU and national healthcare policy frameworks, with awareness of global issues. /li liStrong knowledge of the rare disease ecosystem and access challenges. /li liExperience in developing and executing public affairs strategies and stakeholder engagement plans. /li liExcellent communication, negotiation and storytelling skills. /li liAbility to translate complex policy issues into actionable strategies. /li liStrategic thinker with a proactive and purpose‑driven mindset. /li liInfluential leader and trusted advisor, able to navigate complex environments. /li liCollaborative and agile, with strong interpersonal and cross‑cultural skills. /li liResilient, adaptable and committed to continuous learning. /li liLanguages: Fluent English. Spanish and/or other European languages are a plus. /li liWillingness to travel as needed. /li /ul pIf this great challenge matches your profile, then we are waiting for you! /p pAt Ferrer, we guarantee equal treatment and opportunities in recruitment, avoiding prejudices and stereotypes for any reason in the processes of access to the company, assessing only objective criteria such as professional and academic skills and work experience. /p pbSector: /b Pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr