Government Affairs & Public Policy Associate Director, Mexico

Vertex Mexico; Región Centro; A distancia; MXN 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Vertex Mexico is seeking an Associate Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy to lead the development and execution of GA&PP initiatives in Mexico, aligning with the International GAPP Department and the country leadership team.

The role requires fluency in Spanish and English, a strong pharma policy background, and experience in corporate relations and rare disease initiatives. Remote-eligible with flexible work arrangements.

Formación

• Strong background in Government Affairs & Public Policy in the bio/pharma industry.
• Experience in corporate relations and policy engagement.
• Advanced degree required (MS/MA/MPH/MBA/JD/LLM).

Responsabilidades

• Develop Government Affairs and Public Policy initiatives for Vertex (Mexico).
• Represent Vertex in industry organizations and with key stakeholders.
• Proactively monitor and analyze regulatory policy in pharma/healthcare.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance policy objectives.

Conocimientos

Public policy experience

Bio/pharma industry experience

Corporate relations experience

Bilingual Spanish/English

Travel willingness

Educación

Advanced degree (MS/MA/MPH/MBA/JD/LLM)

Descripción del empleo

Job Description Reporting to the Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy, Distributor Markets, the Associate Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy, Mexico will be responsible for developing and executing Government Affairs & Public Policy initiatives in Mexico in alignment with the International GAPP Department and the country leadership team. Furthermore, the role will also interact with relevant external stakeholders, in line with Vertex's approved and agreed business strategy. The successful candidate must work collaboratively with colleagues in other functions within the company. The candidate should have a strong background in Government Affairs & Public Policy in the bio/pharmaceutical industry, government or administration, including experience in corporate relations. The candidate should also have experience in the area of rare diseases. The successful candidate will be responsible for projecting the highest values and ethics consistent with Vertex corporate policies at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop Government Affairs and Public Policy activities for Vertex
• Represent and lead Vertex engagement in selected industry organizations and with key stakeholders
• Proactively monitor and analyse relevant pharmaceutical, healthcare and regulatory policy
• Exemplifying Vertex’s core values in fulfilling these job duties

Preferred Skills

• Experience in Government Affairs & Public Policy in pharma/biopharma on either the agency or corporate side or within government or administration
• Advanced degree (MS/MA/MPH/MBA/JD/LLM)
• A high level of energy and passion towards patients, science and healthcare systems
• A desire to work in the corporate culture of a highly innovative company aimed at redefining health, and transforming lives with new medicines
• Display solid ethics and fully comply with all regulatory, legal and industry codes of conduct for governmental affairs activities
• Ability and willingness to travel
• Fluency in Spanish and English written and spoken

At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision‑making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.

Flex Designation

Remote-Eligible Flex Eligibility Status: In this Remote-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:

• 1. Remote: work remotely five days per week and come into the office on occasion - you're always welcome on-site
• 2. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week
• 3. On-site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time. #LI-Remote

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law.

Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail]

Help Us Achieve Our Mission

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases and conditions. The company has approved therapies for cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, transfusion‑dependent beta thalassemia, acute pain and acromegaly, and it continues to advance clinical and research programs in these areas.

Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including IgA nephropathy, neuropathic pain, APOL1‑mediated kidney disease, primary membranous nephropathy, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, ACTH‑dependent Cushing's syndrome, autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, type 1 diabetes, generalized myasthenia gravis, and myotonic dystrophy type 1.

Vertex was founded in 1989 and has its global headquarters in Boston, with international headquarters in London. Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East.

Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to work, including 16 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top Employers list and one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For.

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Our Culture

We believe our culture is one of Vertex’s greatest strengths and a key enabler of our ability to deliver transformative medicines for patients who need them.

Rooted in innovation, purpose and collaboration, our culture empowers people to take smart risks, challenge conventional thinking and do their best work.

The diversity of our people is central to that culture.

By bringing together individuals with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, we foster an environment where new ideas thrive, better decisions are made and breakthrough innovation is possible.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included and connected to our shared mission, because we know that our unique culture and the collective strength of our people are what set Vertex apart.