European Senior Associate / Associate Director for Leading Policy Consultancy
Job Title: Senior Associate / Associate Director
Location: Berlin, Brussels, or London (flexible)
Employment Type: 12-Month FTC
Posted: 17th September
Closing Date: 16th October
Job Reference: 2235
About the Role
This is a full-time, embedded role within one of this agency's largest clients in the health and life sciences sector. The position will support the client’s government relations set-up across Brussels and member states, with an immediate focus on Poland. The individual will work closely with senior leadership and C-suite stakeholders to shape political engagement and policy strategy in a highly complex, bio-pharma environment.
About the Organisation
This is a leading advisory firm specialising in trade, industrial practice, and senior advisory services for multinational clients. The organisation partners with high-profile businesses across sectors, advising at the intersection of public policy, strategy, and reputation.
Key Requirements
5–8 years’ experience in corporate affairs, government relations, or public policy, preferably in-house
Strong knowledge of health, pharma, or bio-pharma ecosystems; med-tech or chemicals background may be considered
Native or fluent Polish speaker, with lived experience in Poland and understanding of its political and cultural systems
Comfortable advising C-suite executives directly, providing solutions rather than simply relaying information
Ability to operate within complex multinational structures and large-scale accounts (40,000+ employees)
Collaborative team player, able to work across London, Brussels, and Berlin teams
Desirable:
Prior experience in consultancy or health advisory roles
Track record of managing EU and member state government relations simultaneously
Salary: Approx. €95k (Brussels FTE) / £80k (London equivalent)