Ph3Job Description /h3pThe Senior Government Affairs Manager drives AbbVie’s strategic engagement with key Swiss healthcare policy makers, particularly in Bern. The role leverages a strong network of policy influencers and stakeholders to advance AbbVie’s priorities within the Swiss healthcare landscape. With a highly strategic and execution-driven mindset, the Senior Government Affairs Manager collaborates across functions such as Market Access, Government Affairs, Communications, Patient Relations, and Regulatory Affairs to design, communicate, and execute impactful programs and initiatives representing AbbVie’s interests. /ppbKey responsibilities: /b /pulliShapes and leads proactive government affairs strategies to drive and guide the evolution of healthcare and pharmaceutical policy, ensuring alignment and advancement of AbbVie’s business objectives. /liliActively builds, maintains, and strengthens relationships with policy makers and senior stakeholders in Bern, frequently meeting and working with organizations including Interpharma, FMH, pharmaSuisse, prio.swiss, scienceindustries, Swissmedic, BAG, and other relevant Swiss healthcare bodies. /liliProactively forms partnerships and coalitions through regular engagement with senior representatives of current and potential partner organizations, positioning AbbVie as a collaborative and trusted partner in sector-wide discussions and initiatives. /liliPossesses deep knowledge of the Swiss healthcare system and understands national policy-making mechanisms. /liliLeads priority programs, represents AbbVie to third-party stakeholders and senior public officials, organizing ongoing briefings to inform General Manager’s involvement in trade associations. /liliOrganizes and guides strategic stakeholder meetings and events at the national level, with frequent direct interactions, policy dialogues in Bern, and active participation in regional relationship-building. /liliCollaborates closely with Market Access, Communications, Patient Relations, Regulatory Affairs, and other key internal teams for cohesive execution. /li /ulh3Qualifications /h3ulliUniversity degree in Political Sciences, Law, Economics, Healthcare, or a related field /liliAt least 6-8 years of professional experience demonstrated ability to develop and execute government affairs plans /liliProven track record of building strategic relationships with healthcare policy makers in Bern, with an active network to leverage /liliAdvanced knowledge of healthcare legal topics and legislative processes, including experience with legislative revisions, is considered an asset for candidates applying for the Senior Government Affairs role. /liliBusiness fluency in German and English; French is an advantage /liliStrong project management and strategic planning skills /li /ulpbCritical skills required for the role: /b /pulliReliable and trustworthy team player and proactive self-motivated approach and initiative driven mindset /liliExcellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills /liliStrategic thinker with proven ability to execute complex projects under pressure /liliCurious learner with an extensive stakeholder network and influence capabilities /li /ulpYou don’t have to bring a classic pharma-company background. We’re looking for healthcare policy shapers, who could also come from Swiss-based organisations and associations like Interpharma, IFPMA, scienceindustries, HCI, HCO, or a National Political Party staffer etc. /ph3Additional Information /h3pAbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr