Director Government Affairs & Policy

In this leadership role you drive Italy's country-level public policy and government affairs strategy for the Med Tech sector, shaping market access and healthcare policy to enhance patient access and system resilience. You will serve as a senior interface to policymakers and executives, translating policy developments into strategic insights. Your work supports J&J’s mission to advance healthcare innovation within a European context.

This role offers impact across policy, industry advocacy, and cross-functional collaboration.
annual bonus with target percentage
parential leave (minimum 12 weeks)
caregiver leave
Define and lead the country public policy and government affairs strategy aligned with sector priorities
Shape market access policy and Med Tech initiatives
Monitor and analyze legislative and political developments affecting healthcare and procurement
Translate policy trends into strategic insights for senior leadership
Provide thought leadership on topics like healthcare reform, sustainability, digital health, and data governance
Serve as primary senior interface with national and regional policymakers and public institutions
Build and maintain long-term relationships with policymakers and external stakeholders
Represent the sector in high-impact policy debates and negotiations
Lead country engagement with national and regional trade associations and coalitions
Align national positions with European frameworks for a coherent Med Tech voice
Act as strategic advisor to leadership on public policy and external trends
Drive cross-functional collaboration with Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Communications & Public Affairs, Legal, and Commercial teams
University degree required
10+ years of government affairs or relevant experience in Italy
In-depth knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes and political environment in Italy
Ability to engage with government stakeholders
Understanding of European policy making and Italian trade relationships (desirable)
Experience influencing policy matters in Med Tech and/or pharmaceutical/healthcare industries
Ability to align business goals with policy strategies
Strong project management and leadership capabilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Generative and agentic AI-savvy approach to policy intelligence and stakeholder engagement

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