UK Government Affairs Lead — Policy & Advocacy

AbbVie; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a senior leader to head the Government Affairs team in the UK, based in Maidenhead. You will shape AbbVie's UK policy strategy, engage political stakeholders, and coordinate cross-functional governance to advance healthcare access and the company's priorities.

You will supervise a high-performance team, drive integrated external communications, and provide strategic counsel to senior leadership while ensuring ethical and compliant operations across the function.

Qualifications

• Direct experience in parliamentary, political, advocacy or legislative roles.
• Proven success influencing UK legislation and policy.
• In-depth knowledge of the UK health care system and NHS landscape.
• Proven ability to build relationships with health policy makers, patients and influencers.
• Track record of building strategic alliances and managing teams.
• Experience in strategic communications and public relations.

Responsibilities

• Define, develop and own AbbVie's UK Government Affairs and policy strategy.
• Lead the GA team and align activities with corporate priorities.
• Build and maintain political and policy advocacy networks at national and local levels.
• Maintain strong relationships with Government, policy makers and health bodies.
• Represent AbbVie in industry associations and business groups to maximise impact.
• Provide strategic political counsel to UK Leadership Team and affiliate GM.
• Oversee the development of position papers and policy messaging.

Skills

Parliamentary experience

Public policy advocacy

UK healthcare policy

Stakeholder management

Strategic leadership

Team management

Policy analysis

Public affairs strategy

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a senior leader to head the Government Affairs team in the UK, based in Maidenhead. You will shape AbbVie's UK policy strategy, engage political stakeholders, and coordinate cross-functional governance to advance healthcare access and the company's priorities.

You will supervise a high-performance team, drive integrated external communications, and provide strategic counsel to senior leadership while ensuring ethical and compliant operations across the function.