EU Policy Officer

at  Viatris

VIATRIS BV

At VIATRIS, we see healthcare not as it is but as it should be. We act courageously and are uniquely positioned to be a source of stability in a world of evolving healthcare needs.
Viatris empowers people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life.
We do so via:
Access – Providing high quality trusted medicines regardless of geography or circumstance;
Leadership – Advancing sustainable operations and innovative solutions to improve patient health; and
Partnership – Leveraging our collective expertise to connect people to products and services.
Our global portfolio includes best-in-class, iconic brand-name products as well as global key brands; generics, including branded and complex generics; and other offerings across a wide range of therapeutic areas. We are committed to helping create healthier communities worldwide through education, outreach and better access to treatment.
For those driven to live their lives with purpose, Viatris helps employees realise their full potential by creating a collaborative culture that fosters courage and resilience. Viatris is more than just a place to work. This is a place to make a difference in the world.
The Role & What You Will Be Doing
Advocating for regulatory and legislative policies that align with the Viatris’ interests, you will ensure compliance with EU regulations. In this role, you will also engage with stakeholders, monitor policy developments, and influence decision-making processes to support Viatris’ strategic goals.

Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here’s how the EU Policy Officer role will make an impact:

• Monitor, analyze, and interpret EU policy developments, legislative proposals, and regulatory changes affecting the pharmaceutical industry.
• Assist in the development and implementation of advocacy strategies connected to EU policy and regulatory frameworks in line with Viatris’ objectives.
• Draft position papers, policy briefs, and consultation responses to effectively communicate Viatris’ positions.
• Engage with industry associations, NGOs, and other stakeholders to build coalitions and drive collaborative policy initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of Viatris’ EU policy agenda and strategic priorities.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on policy developments and advocacy activities.
• Identify and assess potential risks and opportunities arising from policy changes.
• Work closely with the Brussels Policy Office lead and with Viatris’ regional and local teams to align EU policy efforts with broader corporate strategies.
• Provide policy advice and support to internal teams, including regulatory, market access, CSR, supply chain, and communications.
• Support management of Viatris’ presence at key trade associations, ensuring active participation and representation in relevant committees and working groups.
• Coordinate with trade associations to advance Viatris’ policy positions and advocacy efforts.

About Your Skills & Experience
For this role, we’re looking for a candidate who has an effective combination of the following qualifications, skills and experiences:
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Master’s degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, or a related field (Public Health, etc.).

• 0-3 years of experience in EU policy, public affairs, or a related field, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of other EU languages is a plus.
• Basic understanding of the EU legislative process, pharmaceutical and healthcare regulations, and pharmaceutical industry trends.
• Ability to analyze complex policy issues and contribute to the development of strategic advocacy plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear and precise policy documents.
• Basic knowledge of trade, sustainability, and digital policy topics is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.

At Viatris, we are dedicated to building a truly diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t fully align with every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Why Viatris?
At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others. You will also have the opportunity to access excellent career progression opportunities and work-life balance initiatives.
Diversity & Inclusion at Viatris
At Viatris, diversity and inclusion are essential to our mission. The diversity we foster in all aspects of our business can be one of our greatest strengths in redefining healthcare not as it is, but as it should be. If you would like to know more about what diversity, equity and inclusion means to us, please visit
https://www.viatris.com/en/Careers/Diversity-and-Inclusion
Sustainability at Viatris
Corporate social responsibility is fundamental to the Viatris mission. We work to advance responsible and sustainable operations and leverage our collective expertise to empower people to live healthier at every stage of life, recognizing that our actions affect the stakeholders and communities we serve. To learn more about our efforts, please visit
https://www.viatris.com/en/about-us/corporate-responsibility
At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.
Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Monitor, analyze, and interpret EU policy developments, legislative proposals, and regulatory changes affecting the pharmaceutical industry.
• Assist in the development and implementation of advocacy strategies connected to EU policy and regulatory frameworks in line with Viatris’ objectives.
• Draft position papers, policy briefs, and consultation responses to effectively communicate Viatris’ positions.
• Engage with industry associations, NGOs, and other stakeholders to build coalitions and drive collaborative policy initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of Viatris’ EU policy agenda and strategic priorities.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on policy developments and advocacy activities.
• Identify and assess potential risks and opportunities arising from policy changes.
• Work closely with the Brussels Policy Office lead and with Viatris’ regional and local teams to align EU policy efforts with broader corporate strategies.
• Provide policy advice and support to internal teams, including regulatory, market access, CSR, supply chain, and communications.
• Support management of Viatris’ presence at key trade associations, ensuring active participation and representation in relevant committees and working groups.
• Coordinate with trade associations to advance Viatris’ policy positions and advocacy efforts