Director, European Government Affairs - Remote

Emergent Biosolutions Inc.; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company is seeking a strategic leader for their European Union advocacy efforts. The role involves managing relationships with key stakeholders and ensuring compliance with relevant laws. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in International Relations or Political Science, plus 7-10 years of Government Relations experience. Strong public speaking and collaborative skills are essential. This position offers a supportive culture and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Flexible work arrangements

Extensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience in Government Relations.
• Deep knowledge of the European institutional landscape and legislative processes.
• Experience working in politics or corporate government affairs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of European government affairs initiatives.
• Coordinate European lobbying efforts and strategies.
• Maintain strong relationships with relevant EU Institutions.

Skills

Fluent in English

Strong public speaking skills

Collaborative work ethic

Ability to coordinate projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in International Relations or Political Science

Job description

Location: Dublin, IE

Those who join Emergent BioSolutions feel a sense of ownership about their future. You will excel in an environment characterized by respect, innovation and growth opportunities. Here, you will join passionate professionals who advance their scientific, technical and professional skills to develop products designed‑to protect life.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Head of International Government Affairs, this strategic role will lead European Union advocacy efforts for Emergent BioSolutions, serving as a key ambassador to influential stakeholders. You’ll cultivate high‑impact relationships and drive engagement with key external stakeholders, including the European Commission, foreign governments, U.S. overseas representatives and third parties, shaping policy and advancing Emergent’s global mission.

As a leader in international public policy, you’ll manage political initiatives with an emphasis on EU Institutions, while ensuring compliance with relevant ethics laws in the countries where Emergent engages in Government Affairs work, whether directly or through third parties.

Based in the Netherlands or Ireland, this remote‑based role requires frequent travel to Brussels and close collaboration with cross‑functional teams throughout our global organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lead and coordinate the development of European government affairs initiatives and strategy ensuring an overall focus on the organization’s core objectives, goals, and plans. This includes managing a team of Europe‑based consultants.
• Lead and coordinate the European lobbying efforts and strategies in close cooperation with the Head of International Government Affairs and other senior management as appropriate.
• Establish, develop and maintain strong relationships with relevant EU Institutions and other European Institutional Bodies.
• Establish, develop and maintain strong relationships with Members of Parliaments and governments (EU (and National)).
• Execute on the Company’s position, strategies, and advocacy materials by working closely with Public Affairs, Legal, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Products Business, and Communications.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in International Relations and Political Science.
• 7‑10+ years of experience in Government Relations.
• A deep knowledge of the European institutional and Member State government landscape, legislative processes, and ethics laws. Knowledge of other European governmental processes would be a bonus.
• Experience working in politics and/or corporate government affairs.
• Ability to work fluently in English, both written and oral. Additional European languages would be an asset.
• Ability to work collaboratively across the organization.
• Self‑motivated, independent self‑starter.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to synthesize political and legislative issues to policymakers and the public.
• Superior organizational skills with attention to detail; ability to coordinate multiple projects including action items, timelines, and budgets.

There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.

As part of our team, you’ll join talented and inspiring colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. We offer highly diverse career opportunities, a supportive culture, competitive salaries, flexible work arrangements and an extensive benefits package. Information submitted will be used by Emergent BioSolutions for activities related to your prospective employment. Emergent BioSolutions respects your privacy and any use of the information submitted will be subject to the terms of our Privacy Policy.

ABOUT EMERGENT

Protecting and Enhancing 1 billion lives by 2030 focuses our energy to improve the quality of life for individuals around the world, giving them the opportunity to experience the fullness of life.

Our drive towards this vision informs all of our actions—whether it is our approach to product development, manufacturing, encouraging employee health and wellness or giving back to the community—we strive every day to achieve this shared goal.

WE BELIEVE IN OUR VALUES

• Lead with Integrity We gain trust and confidence through ethics, quality, and compliance excellence
• Stand shoulder to shoulder no matter what We combine our best thinking and communicate openly to support each other.
• Own it always Every person at Emergent is engaged and accountable for delivering on our commitments.
• Break through thinking We take smart risks, pursue innovation and challenge ourselves to constantly improve.
• Compete where it counts We set the right goals and respect each other as we conquer them together.