Director (Healthcare Public Affairs and Policy)

A leading strategic communications consultancy specialising in complex political decision-making, regulatory affairs and high-stakes communication challenges is looking to hire a new head of healthcare at its Berlin office.

With a well-established track record and a growing team across Germany and Brussels, the firm combines proven methodologies, technology and data-driven analysis to develop tailored strategies for its clients. It believes that its people, with their diverse experiences and perspectives, make a meaningful contribution from day one.

As a Director, you will take on a leading role in Public Policy within the healthcare sector. You will act as a trusted sparring partner for clients and colleagues, bring your own ideas and impulses to the table, and actively contribute to the continued growth of the firm. If you thrive in a challenging environment, enjoy navigating complex regulatory and political processes, and are willing to go the extra mile for shared success, we would love to meet you.

Your Responsibilities

• Developing strategies and concepts in the areas of Public Policy, legislation and regulation for national and international healthcare companies
• Leading high-level conversations with clients, representatives from business, politics, public administration and key stakeholders, with confidence and a personal touch
• Analysing client challenges in their specific context and translating them into concrete recommendations for action
• Drafting position papers, statements and narratives in the context of relevant legislative processes
• Acquiring new mandates, building client relationships, preparing proposals and negotiating contracts
• Leading project teams and actively mentoring and developing junior team members

What You Bring

• An outstanding academic background, e.g. in Political Science, Law, Economics or related fields
• Seven to ten years of professional experience in Public Affairs or political consulting, with a focus on healthcare, including experience in client acquisition and management
• A consulting personality with high integrity; you love working at pace and stay focused under pressure
• A genuine enjoyment of building and maintaining your professional network
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, a quick mind and a hands-on attitude
• A results-driven mindset and the willingness to take ownership of outcomes
• Excellent general knowledge and a genuine curiosity for complex political and economic topics, even those that may seem unusual at first glance
• Outstanding communication skills in both German (native) and English
• The ability to write clearly, concisely and compellingly for diverse audiences