Associate Director, Government Affairs & Policy, Italy

Johnson & Johnson

Drogheria, profumeria

Pomezia - Italien

Manager / Team Leader

Experteer Overview

In this role, you will lead Italy’s country-level public policy and government affairs strategy for the medical technology sector. You’ll act as the senior policy interface, shaping a favorable healthcare environment that supports patient access, innovation, and system resilience. You will engage with policymakers and stakeholders and align national priorities with European frameworks. This is a strategic, executive-facing position in a fast-paced, cross-functional setting with a strong emphasis on collaboration and impact.

Retribuzione / Benefits

annual bonus with target
vacation days
parential leave (minimum 12 weeks)
bereavement leave
caregiver leave
well-being reimbursement or programs for health and mental health

Responsabilità

Define and lead the country policy and government affairs strategy aligned with sector priorities
Monitor legislative and political developments affecting medical technologies and procurement policies
Translate policy developments into strategic insights for senior leadership
Provide thought leadership on topics like healthcare reform, value-based care, sustainability, and digital health
Engage with national and regional policymakers as the primary senior interface
Build long-term relationships with policy makers and external stakeholders
Represent the sector in high‑impact policy debates and negotiations
Lead engagement with trade associations and coalitions
Align national positions with European frameworks for a coherent MedTech voice
Serve as strategic advisor to country and regional leadership on public policy matters
Drive cross-functional collaboration with Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Communications, Legal, and Commercial teams
Ensure alignment between public policy priorities and broader business and innovation strategies

Requisiti fondamentali

8+ years of government affairs or relevant experience in Italy
Deep knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes and political environment in Italy
Ability to engage government stakeholders and build relationships
Good understanding of European policy making and Italian trade relationships desirable
Experience influencing policy matters in MedTech and/or pharmaceutical/healthcare industries
Proven ability to understand business goals and collaborate with leaders to achieve policy outcomes
Strong project management and leadership in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment
Excellent executive presence and communication skills
Strategic thinker with ability to translate policy into business impact

Collaboration Strategic thinking Executive presence European Policies Healthcare Industry knowledge Regulatory Processes

Descrizione della posizione

In this role, you will lead Italy’s country-level public policy and government affairs strategy for the medical technology sector. You’ll ac…

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