Head- Public Policy

Michael Page; New Delhi; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is looking for a candidate to influence healthcare innovation in India. The role involves building government relationships and developing policy communications. Ideal candidates should have over 10 years of experience in medtech policy, capable of navigating high-stakes environments.

This position offers significant exposure to senior leadership and strategic initiatives in a dynamic MedTech landscape, providing an excellent opportunity for career growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in healthcare/medtech policy and government affairs.
• Proven ability to build relationships with government stakeholders.
• Strong writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with government stakeholders and represent the company.
• Monitor and analyze policy developments for actionable insights.
• Support government affairs strategies to enable medtech adoption.

Skills

Healthcare policy analytics

Stakeholder management

Government relations

Strategic communication

Collaboration

Job description

• Shape the future of healthcare innovation in India
• High visibility, global exposure, and strategic career acceleration

About Our Client

Our client is a large MedTech MNC.

Job Description

• Build and manage relationships with government stakeholders and represent the company across key forums and engagements.
• Monitor and analyze policy, regulatory, and political developments and translate them into actionable business insights.
• Support the execution of government affairs strategies and advocacy initiatives to enable medtech adoption.
• Develop clear and compelling policy communications, including briefs, position papers, and leadership messaging.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align policy priorities with business objectives.
• Manage external partners and build strategic relationships across the healthcare and policy ecosystem.
• Drive thought leadership and enhance leadership visibility through industry forums and stakeholder platforms.

Successful Applicant

A successful candidate should have:

• 10+ years of experience in healthcare/medtech policy and government affairs with a deep understanding of India's healthcare ecosystem.
• Has a proven ability to build credible, senior-level relationships with government stakeholders, regulators, and industry bodies.
• Demonstrates an execution-focused mindset while translating policy developments into clear strategic recommendations.
• Communicates complex policy issues effectively through strong writing, presentation, and storytelling skills.
• Operates collaboratively across a global, matrixed organization and aligns diverse stakeholders without formal authority.
• Exhibits high integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to manage high-stakes and high-pressure situations with professionalism.

What's on Offer

This role offers the opportunity to shape policy for cutting-edge healthcare technologies while working closely with senior leadership and global teams. It provides high visibility, strong stakeholder exposure, and a platform for accelerated career growth in a fast-evolving medtech environment.