Make your mark for patients
European Corporate Affairs Lead
About the role
You will work across science, policy, and society, helping shape a supportive environment for patients across Europe. In a changing healthcare landscape, you will translate policy developments into practical actions that support access, sustainability, and innovation. You will support effective engagement with external stakeholders, ensuring patient needs and scientific progress guide decisions. This role connects human understanding with scientific expertise to create lasting value for society.
Who you will work with
You will join a collaborative and supportive European community, working closely with colleagues across policy, medical, access, sustainability, and legal areas. Together, you will build alignment between regional and global perspectives while supporting local teams. You will also engage with policymakers, healthcare systems, and industry networks, building trusted relationships that encourage open dialogue and shared solutions for patients across Europe.
What you will do
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You will shape European policy strategies aligned with regional and global priorities
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You will translate policy developments into actionable insights and engagement approaches
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You will build relationships with policymakers, industry groups, and sustainability stakeholders
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You will support local teams with tools, guidance, and clear communication
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You will contribute to sustainable healthcare systems improving patient access and outcomes
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You will enable cross-functional collaboration aligned with external engagement priorities
Interested?
For this role, we are looking for the following education, experience, and skills:
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Advanced degree in policy, political science, economics, or a related discipline
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Extensive experience in corporate affairs or public policy, ideally within biopharma
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Strong understanding of European policymaking and healthcare systems (EU & National)
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Experience with sustainability/ESG and societal impact initiatives
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Ability to influence stakeholders in complex environments
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Clear communication with diverse audiences and build trusted relationships
Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!
About us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9.000 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.
Why work with us?
At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.
At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.
UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on [email protected]. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.
