Senior Associate Director / Director – Health Policy & Public Affairs, London

Hanson Search; London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent advisory company in London is looking for a dynamic Senior Associate Director or Director to lead strategic healthcare campaigns. Candidates should have at least 9 years of experience in public affairs and communications, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in the UK's healthcare policy landscape. This role offers a competitive compensation package and extensive professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive compensation package

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• At least 9 years’ experience in healthcare, public affairs, or communications.
• Strong leadership skills with proven team management experience.
• A successful track record navigating the UK healthcare policy landscape.
• Evidence of driving impactful communications strategies.
• Business development expertise with lasting client relationships.
• Ability to deliver integrated campaigns across media, digital, and advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead public affairs, health policy, and communications campaigns for top healthcare clients.
• Drive business development to grow the healthcare portfolio.
• Oversee client relationships and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Develop integrated communication strategies for politicians, media, and stakeholders.
• Provide strategic counsel and lead teams to deliver high-impact projects.

Skills

Healthcare expertise

Leadership skills

Public affairs knowledge

Communication strategies

Business development

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and dynamic Senior Associate Director or Director to join a rapidly growing team in London, specialising in health policy, public affairs, and communications. You’ll be working with a diverse range of high-profile clients, spanning emerging biotech, established pharmaceuticals, and public health organisations, in a role that promises exposure to some of the most pressing challenges in the healthcare sector.

About the Role

As Senior Associate Director, you will lead strategic campaigns across the healthcare sector. You will provide expert advice, strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, and drive new business. In addition, you will guide a talented team, manage client accounts, and ensure excellent service at every stage.

Senior Associate Director / Director Key Responsibilities

• Lead public affairs, health policy, and communications campaigns for top healthcare clients.
• Drive business development to grow the healthcare portfolio.
• Oversee client relationships and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Develop integrated communication strategies for politicians, media, and stakeholders.
• Provide strategic counsel and lead teams to deliver high-impact projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 9 years’ experience in healthcare, public affairs, or communications.
• Strong leadership skills with proven team management experience.
• A successful track record navigating the UK healthcare policy landscape.
• Evidence of driving impactful communications strategies.
• Business development expertise with lasting client relationships.
• Ability to deliver integrated campaigns across media, digital, and advocacy.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a diverse team of professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment. You will benefit from extensive professional development opportunities, a competitive compensation package, and the chance to work on projects that have a direct impact on the global healthcare sector.

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about client services, ready to lead a high-performing team, and have the drive to succeed in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join our journey in delivering quality healthcare to the world. Please get in touch with our team, including a copy of your CV, as soon as possible via the form below. Hanson Search is a leading talent advisory and executive search consultancy with consultants based across the UAE, UK, USA, and Europe. We specialise in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation, and risk, with dedicated teams in Communications, Government Relations, Financial Communications, Public Affairs, Healthcare Communications, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Sustainability, Investor Relations and C-Suite recruitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We also welcome inquiries about our Diversity and Inclusion Policy.