Senior Manager Government Affairs
Who We Are
BioMarin is a leading rare disease biotechnology company focused on genetically defined conditions.
Guided by our purpose to develop medicines that make a profound impact on people’s lives, our global teams have delivered a portfolio of therapies since our founding in 1997. Our revolutionary treatments for conditions like achondroplasia (the most common form of dwarfism), PKU (phenylketonuria), CLN2, a form of Batten disease, and a number of forms of MPS (mucopolysaccharidosis) offer new possibilities for patients and families who previously had few, if any, available options. More recently, with the close of the Amicus acquisition, our portfolio has expanded to include therapies for Fabry disease and Pompe disease, expanding our ability to reach more people living with rare genetic conditions.
Our success comes from our unwavering commitment to excellence, our deep understanding of patient needs, our scientific expertise, and our world-class manufacturing capabilities. At the heart of BioMarin is a dedicated team of the brightest minds in the industry working together to deliver innovative therapies to patients and families around the world.
About Corporate Groups
It takes a village, and at BioMarin, our general and admin teams are the village behind our success. From the IT experts who manage our technology to the human resources professionals who hire the people who make it all possible, these teams support our organization and span all areas of operations.
Senior Manager, Government Affairs,Europe and Canada (EUCAN)
Location: Belgium ( Remote)
Closing Date: Friday 4th September
Summary
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TheSeniorManager, Government Affairs,will support the development and execution of BioMarin’s political,legislativeand policy engagementstrategyacross selected markets in Europe and Canada(EUCAN).The role willidentifyemerging policy opportunities and risks, translate complex political and legislative developments into actionable business insights, and work cross-functionally to advance BioMarin's strategic and patient-centredobjectives.
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The role will report to the Senior Director, Government Affairs, based in Brussels
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Core areas of expertiserequiredfor this position include:
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Timely identification, monitoring, and analysis of national political and legislative developments affecting BioMarin’s business;
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Development and execution of an external political engagement strategy, with a focus on politicaldecision‑makers;
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Effectivelyoperatingwithin a matrixed, global organisation.
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TheSeniorManager will work to build a strong shared agenda and engage constructively withcross‑functionalteams at bothcountry,regional and global levels, collaborating closely with functions including Commercial,Pricing, Access, Value and Evidence, Regulatory and Regulatory Policy, Patient Advocacy, Medical Affairs, Legal, and Corporate Communications, among others.
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The successful candidate mustdemonstrateadaptability infast‑evolvinglegislative andpolicy environments, a high degree ofself‑motivationand autonomy, and a clear commitment to improving outcomes for people living with a rare disease. Strong attention to detail, excellent project management capabilities, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities are essential.
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TheSeniorManager mustoperatewith a high degree of effectiveness in a remote working model,maintainingstrong alignment, communication, and accountability withBrussels‑basedmanagement.
Key responsibilities
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Represent the BioMarin Government Affairs function externally and internally, working in close coordination with the EUCAN Government Affairs team. Build strong, trusted relationships with cross-functional colleagues and proactively position Government Affairs as a strategic resource.
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Identify,monitor, and analyse national-level political and legislative developmentsimpactingBioMarin's commercialised products, pipeline assets, and broader operating environme