Director Corporate Affairs, Germany

BeOne continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.

General Description:

Under the direction of the General Manager German/Austria, this individual is responsible to represent BeOne amongst a broad variety of stakeholders, frequently interacting with them and communicating BeOne’s vision and mission. The Director Corporate Affairs transfers the international/global corporate affairs strategy into the national market establishing BeOne as a credible and valued new player and partner in the German market. The owner of this role is responsible for achieving defined corporate affairs targets being supported by defined resources and investment budgets.

Essential Functions of the job:

• Lead the German Corporate Affairs & Government Affairs organization, ensuring the successful execution of strategies 
• Serve as a key member of the regional DE AT management team, partnering with cross-functional leaders to drive an integrated approach to corporate affairs, market access, and business priorities
• Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate affairs strategy for Germany while contributing to European initiatives, advocating for policies that promote patient access, enhance stakeholder engagement, and strengthen BeOne's position in the oncology landscape
• Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with government entities, patient organizations, healthcare providers, industry associations, and medical societies through innovative engagement programs
• Represent BeOne in German healthcare policy forums and industry associations, collaborating with peers to shape collective positions and advocate for patient-centered policies
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with BeOne's German and European & global teams, ensuring alignment between German initiatives and broader organizational objectives
• Identify and leverage strategic opportunities to enhance BeOne's reputation and influence among key decision-makers and policy influencers
• Manage the Corporate Affairs budget with strategic allocation of resources, select specialized agencies/vendors, and oversee project implementation
• Develop stakeholder-centric communication strategies and consistent messaging frameworks that effectively communicate BeOne's vision, mission and patient-centered approach
• Monitor healthcare policy developments, provide strategic counsel to leadership, and ensure all activities comply with regulatory requirements and BeOne's ethical standards
• Lead and develop a team of Corporate Affairs professionals, providing strategic direction, mentorship, and fostering professional growth while ensuring alignment with organizational goals

Qualifications:

• Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical/biotech Corporate Affairs roles, with strong scientific knowledge and understanding of healthcare/life sciences; formal degree desirable but not required for candidates with demonstrated expertise
• Comprehensive understanding of the German healthcare system, reimbursement landscape, regulatory frameworks, and policy-making processes
• Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder engagement, public affairs, and building corporate reputation in highly regulated healthcare environments
• Proven track record of successfully influencing healthcare policy and stakeholder perspectives in competitive markets
• Deep knowledge of the hemato- oncology landscape, key opinion leaders, patient advocacy ecosystem, and relevant industry associations
• Strong strategic and analytical skills with ability to translate vision into actionable plans and navigate complex healthcare policy challenges
• Successful experience in cross-functional collaboration within matrix organizations and fast-paced entrepreneurial environments
• Experience leading teams, managing budgets, and driving projects with attention to detail while balancing multiple competing priorities
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building capabilities with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
• Native German and excellent business English required
• Proficiency with MS Office and common business applications

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Team Lead for local Corporate Communications, Governmental Relations and Patient Advocacy staff

Computer Skills:  Standard Computer Skills required (MS Office)

Other Qualifications:  Fluency in both verbal and written English and the country language; any other major European language of advantage

Travel:  Approximately 50% of time

Global Competencies

When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Driving Excellence, Bold Ingenuity, and Collaborative Spirit, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.

• Fosters Teamwork
• Provides and Solicits Honest and Actionable Feedback
• Self-Awareness
• Acts Inclusively
• Demonstrates Initiative
• Entrepreneurial Mindset
• Continuous Learning
• Embraces Change
• Results-Oriented
• Analytical Thinking/Data Analysis
• Financial Excellence
• Communicates with Clarity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. BeOne does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.