Government Affairs Executive - (12 months fixed term contract)

Job title: Government Affairs Executive (12 months fixed term contract)
Reporting to: Director, Government Affairs
Department: Corporate Affairs and Strategy
Location: London

About the ABPI

The ABPI exists to make the UK the best place in the world to research, develop and access medicines and vaccines to improve patient care. We represent companies of all sizes which invest in making and discovering medicines and vaccines to enhance and save the lives of millions of people around the world.

In England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, we work in partnership with governments and the NHS so that patients can get new treatments faster and the NHS can plan how much it spends on medicines. Every day, our members partner with healthcare professionals, academics and patient organisations to find new solutions to unmet health needs.

Job purpose and background

Over the course of the one-year contract, the Government Affairs Executive will support the delivery of the ABPI’s public affairs programme, including lead on external engagement and political monitoring and analysis. 

Primary objectives/ responsibilities

External stakeholder engagement and monitoring 

• The Government Affairs Executive will be responsible for developing and delivering the ABPI’s external engagement strategy, covering: 
• Identifying key stakeholders and delivering a robust outreach programme. This may include leading Parliamentary meetings and managing relationships directly. 
• Producing bespoke briefings and analysis.  
• Monitoring Parliamentary activity (e.g. Select Committee inquiries), identifying engagement opportunities and co-ordinating the ABPI’s response. 
• Assisting with the running of the Life Sciences APPG 
• Managing alignment between the ABPI and sister associations, as well as regional groups representing its members. 
• Supporting high-level Government engagements for the Chief Executive
• Designing and delivering the ABPI’s Annual Parliamentary reception and Party Conference programme. 
• Designing and delivering a programme of work to support the ABPI’s General Election preparation. 

Wider support 

In addition, the Government Affairs Executive will provide wider support to the ABPI team. This will include:

• Liaising closely with the Communications team, policy teams and the Chief Executive. 
• Supporting the ABPI’s Member engagement. 
• Ad hoc research tasks. 
• Working closely with the Chief Executive’s PA to help support and maximise their meeting programme. 

Experience and skill set

The ideal candidate will have the following experience and demonstrable skills:

Desirable experience

• Experience working directly in Parliament.
• A knowledge of the health or life sciences sector.
• Event management experience.  

Experience and skill set

• Education to degree level
  Excellent knowledge of Westminster, Whitehall, and the political environment. 
• Experience working in a related role. 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent administrative skills and strong project management experience. 
• Ability to self-start. 
• Demonstrable experience of team working. 

Performance criteria

Performance will be measured against annually set objectives established in line with ABPI objectives. Performance criteria align to our values: Communication, Collaboration, Innovation, Integrity, and Ownership.

To apply

For a full job description and salary and benefits information or to apply for this opportunity please send your CV (no cover letter is required) to the recruitment partner, Joshua at joshua@ellwoodatfield.com.

Please note

ABPI reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.