Director Government Affairs EU

Il y a 2 jours

Brussels, Belgique Charles River Laboratories, Inc. Temps plein

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Job Overview

BASIC SUMMARY:  

The Director, European Public Affairs will lead Charles River’s public affairs strategy across Europe, managing the company’s regional public policy agenda and day‑to‑day relationships with external agencies and stakeholders. This role is responsible for building and advancing engagement plans that support the organization’s business priorities, reputation, and policy position within key European markets. The Director will serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, helping navigate the evolving legislative and regulatory landscape and strengthening Charles River’s influence across the region.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

 

Duty

% of Time Spent (no less than 10%)

Lead the development and execution of Charles River’s European public affairs strategy in alignment with global policy priorities, including:

  • Develop and implement stakeholder engagement plans targeting policymakers, industry associations, NGOs, and other influential groups
  • Monitor and analyze EU and national legislative and regulatory developments to assess potential business impacts and advise senior leadership

40%

Manage day‑to‑day relationships with public affairs agencies, consultants, and key external partners across European markets; including overseeing budgets, scopes, and performance

20%

Prepare strategic materials including policy briefs, position papers, talking points, and executive updates; coordinating cross‑functional input to ensure that public affairs priorities are aligned with business objectives across the region

20%

Provide strategic counsel to senior executives on emerging public policy risks and opportunities in the European landscape

10%

Represent Charles River in relevant forums, working groups, and industry coalitions as appropriate

10%

 

SCOPE/COMPLEXITY:

 

Stakeholder

Reason for interaction

Chief Communications Officer

Supporting and aligning with overall communications goals

Business Leadership

Supporting and aligning with overall business goals

 

Job Qualifications

 

  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in public affairs, government relations, policy advocacy, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience managing public affairs programs across multiple European markets
  • Proven ability to develop and execute stakeholder engagement strategies
  • Strong relationship‑management skills with agencies, consultants, and external stakeholders
  • Deep understanding of the European legislative and regulatory landscape
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills,