Strategic Government Affairs Lead - Ontario & Western Canada

Biopharma Asia; Toronto; On-site; CAD 147,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is hiring a Senior Manager, Provincial Government Affairs for Ontario and Western Canada. You will shape provincial policy, influence healthcare legislation, and secure patient access to innovative medicines.

This role requires cross‑functional collaboration and leadership across policy, advocacy, and external engagement. You will monitor provincial dynamics, lead advocacy initiatives, and coordinate with national teams to ensure a unified Canadian

Qualifications

• Bachelor level degree in public policy, political science, healthcare administration, business, law or related field.
• Proven experience informing policy decisions, and influencing government actions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with executive briefing capabilities.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with senior government and policy stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an integrated provincial government affairs strategy for Ontario and Western Canada.
• Identify opportunities to influence healthcare policy, legislation, and reimbursement that affect patient access.
• Lead evidence-based policy positions, advocacy activities, and stakeholder engagement plans.
• Coordinate with cross-functional partners to align policy priorities with business objectives.
• Advise senior leaders with clear recommendations on provincial policy developments.
• Build and maintain a multi-year provincial policy roadmap aligned with national strategy.
• Collaborate with federal and regional teams to ensure coordinated government relations actions.
• Monitor provincial trends and provide timely external intelligence to leadership.

Skills

Policy advocacy

Public policy strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Policy communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, healthcare administration, business, law or a related area

Job description

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is hiring a Senior Manager, Provincial Government Affairs for Ontario and Western Canada. You will shape provincial policy, influence healthcare legislation, and secure patient access to innovative medicines.

This role requires cross‑functional collaboration and leadership across policy, advocacy, and external engagement. You will monitor provincial dynamics, lead advocacy initiatives, and coordinate with national teams to ensure a unified Canadian