Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs, Policy Communications, ELMAC

Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs, Policy Communications, ELMAC

Join our team at AMGEN Capability Center Portugal, consistently recognized among the top companies in the Best Workplaces™ ranking by Great Place to Work® in Portugal. In 2026, we were once again distinguished as one of the top Best Workplaces in the country (category 201–500 employees), reinforcing our commitment to an exceptional employee experience and workplace culture.

We are a team of over 500 talented individuals, spanning more than 30 functions and areas of expertise, and representing over 40 nationalities. Together, we bring diverse perspectives and professional backgrounds to help shape the future of healthcare through innovation and technology.

This is your opportunity to explore a world of possibilities across areas such as Data & Analytics, Digital, Technology & Innovation, Cybersecurity, R&D Operations, Global Distribution, Finance, Regulatory Affairs, General & Administrative, Human Resources, and many more.

Located in the heart of Lisbon, our AMGEN office fosters a culture of innovation, excellence, and purpose. Come thrive with us at AMGEN, supporting our mission To Serve Patients.

What we do at AMGEN matters in people's lives.

What you will do

• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Government Affairs, Value, Access and Pricing, Commercial, Medical Affairs and Corporate Affairs colleagues at global, regional and local levels, to advance priority policy communications across ELMAC.
• Develop and execute policy communications plans that are both proactive and reactive, to inform stakeholder understanding of key health policy issues relevant to patients, business priorities and the external environment across the region, including at times providing local hands-on execution or support and guidance to local teams.
• Act as a liaison with regional trade associations, sharing perspective and cascading materials when appropriate. Represent Amgen as an attendee at key events.
• Develop clear, insight-led messaging, policy responses and communications materials that can be adapted across markets while remaining aligned with enterprise and regional priorities.
• Monitor, analyze and interpret EU and regional policy developments, translating complex policy landscapes into clear implications, communications opportunities and potential risks.
• Provide strategic communications counsel to leaders and cross-functional teams on policy positioning, stakeholder engagement and issue preparedness in support of thoughtful, coordinated and compliant external engagement.

What we expect of you

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in policy, public affairs, policy communications, or a related role, either in-house or in an agency environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of healthcare and policy environments, with particular depth in Europe and the ability to translate policy developments into clear communications and stakeholder engagement implications.
• Strong understanding of the stakeholders who shape healthcare and biotechnology policy and how to engage them effectively across markets.
• Proven ability to develop clear, insight-led messaging and materials for diverse policy audiences.
• Experience working cross-functionally and across markets, with the ability to influence without direct authority.
• Proven ability to navigate complex, multi-country, multi-language and multicultural stakeholder environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Highly self-directed leader with a proven ability to operate independently, set direction and drive outcomes in a fast-changing environment.
• Experience operating in global, matrixed organizations, with responsibility for aligning local markets to regional or enterprise priorities.
• Keen cultural awareness and sensitivity, with the ability to operate effectively across multiple markets and languages.
• Critical thinking and strategic planning skills, with the ability to solve problems creatively and compliantly.
• Sound judgment and ability to manage complexity, with adaptability in an evolving external…