Director, Global Public Affairs

Johnson & Johnson

. Drive strategic public affairs initiatives supporting Oncology, Immunology, or Neuroscience Therapeutic Area portfolios .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeMilan • ItalyLead💰 €95,900 - €165,370 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing public affairs strategies within Oncology, Immunology, or Neuroscience, while effectively engaging with stakeholders and policymakers. Strong ability to translate business priorities into actionable external affairs initiatives and support patient access.

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Public Affairs Strategy DevelopmentStakeholder EngagementPolicy CommunicationsRelationship BuildingCrisis Management

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Hard Skills

Public AffairsPolicy AnalysisAdvocacyCommunications PlanningExternal Affairs ExecutionPricing Policy UnderstandingKOL EngagementMarket-Level AdvocacyIssues ManagementStrategic Advising

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInfluencing SkillsRelationship DevelopmentAdaptabilityLeadership in Ambiguity

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

OncologyImmunologyNeurosciencePatient AdvocacyHealth EquityDrug PricingReimbursementClinical ResearchPublic PolicyCommunity Affairs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive strategic public affairs initiatives supporting Oncology, Immunology, or Neuroscience Therapeutic Area portfolios
Develop and execute proactive, multichannel public affairs strategies aligned with policy priorities, communications plans, and stakeholder engagement
Advance business objectives, strengthen the external environment, and support patient access
Serve as strategic advisor to Therapeutic Area leadership
Translate business priorities into external affairs strategies
Build and maintain relationships with patient advocacy organizations, key opinion leaders, think tanks, policymakers, and coalitions
Monitor and interpret public policy landscapes, including drug pricing, reimbursement, site-of-care, clinical research, and health equity
Collaborate with Therapeutic Area Communications & Public Affairs, Government Affairs & Policy, Enterprise Public Affairs, Patient Advocacy, and Patient Access teams
Integrate public affairs activities with communications, media relations, and policy efforts
Counsel R&D and Commercial business leaders on public policy, advocacy positioning, and external engagement
Support executive visibility opportunities, speaking engagements, and media interactions
Adapt strategies to emerging scientific, market, and societal dynamics
Support functional communications needs and counsel during issues management or crisis situations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required in Political Science, Policy, Public Relations, Government, Community Affairs, Communications, or closely related field preferred
Master’s degree preferred
Minimum of 12 years professional experience
Experience in public affairs, politics, policy communications, or advocacy
Global or market-level advocacy experience a plus
Strong communications skills, including engaging with executive leadership
Strong writing and messaging ability
Experience with external affairs development and execution
Broad understanding of pricing policy and best practices in engaging policymakers and KOLs
Ability to rapidly develop deep relationships externally and internally
Ability to engage with business partners, understand commercial and business strategy, and support that strategy through public affairs
Ability to lead in times of ambiguity and strong influencing skills
Up to 25% travel
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or approved accommodation prior to commencement of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus with set target depending on pay grade/location
Vacation days
Parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks
Bereavement leave
Caregiver leave
Volunteer leave
Well-being reimbursement
Programs for financial, physical and mental health
Service anniversary and recognition awards
Insurance plans for employees and, in some locations, eligible dependents