Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs, Policy Communications, ELMAC

Senior Manager,Corporate Affairs,Policy Communications,ELMAC

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

Join our team at AMGEN Capability Center Portugal, consistently recognized among the top companies in the Best Workplaces™ ranking by Great Place to Work® in Portugal. In 2026, we were once again distinguished as one of the top Best Workplaces in the country (category 201–500 employees), reinforcing our commitment to an exceptional employee experience and workplace culture.

We are a team of over 500 talented individuals, spanning more than 30 functions and areas of expertise, and representing over 40 nationalities. Together, we bring diverse perspectives and professional backgrounds to help shape the future of healthcare through innovation and technology.

This is your opportunity to explore a world of possibilities across areas such as Data & Analytics, Digital, Technology & Innovation, Cybersecurity, R&D Operations, Global Distribution, Finance, Regulatory Affairs, General & Administrative, Human Resources, and many more.

Located in the heart of Lisbon, our AMGEN office fosters a culture of innovation, excellence, and purpose. Come thrive with us at AMGEN, supporting our mission To Serve Patients.

What we do at AMGEN matters in people’s lives.

Live

What youwill do

• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Government Affairs, Value,Accessand Pricing, Commercial, Medical Affairs and Corporate Affairs colleagues at global,regionaland local levels, to advance priority policy communications across ELMAC. 

• Develop and executepolicycommunications plansthat are both proactive and reactive,toinform stakeholder understanding of key health policy issues relevant to patients, businessprioritiesand the external environment across the region, including at times providing local hands-on execution or support and guidance to local teams.

• Act as a liaison with regional trade associations,sharing perspective and cascading materials whenappropriate.Represent Amgen as an attendee at key events. 

• Develop clear, insight-led messaging, policy responses and communications materialsthat can be adapted across markets whileremainingaligned with enterprise and regional priorities. 

• Monitor, analyze and interpret EU and regional policy developments, translating complex policy landscapes into clear implications, communicationsopportunitiesand potential risks. 

• Provide strategiccommunicationscounsel to leaders and cross-functional teamson policy positioning, stakeholderengagementand issue preparedness in support of thoughtful,coordinatedand compliant external engagement.

Win

What we expectofyou

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Political Science, International Relations, ora related field. 

• At least 7 years of experience in policy, public affairs, policy communications, or a related role, either in-house or in an agency environment.

• Demonstratedunderstanding of healthcare and policy environments, withparticular depthin Europe and the ability to translate policy developments into clear communications and stakeholder engagement implications.

• Strong understanding of the stakeholders who shape healthcare and biotechnology policy and how to engage them effectively across markets. 

• Proven ability to develop clear, insight-led messaging and materials for diverse policy audiences. 

• Experience working cross-functionally and across markets, with the ability to influence without direct authority. 

• Proven ability to navigate complex, multi-country, multi-languageand multicultural stakeholder environments. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Highly self-directed leader with a proven ability tooperateindependently, set directionand drive outcomes in a fast-changing environment.

• Experienceoperatingin global, matrixed organizations, with responsibility for aligning local markets to regional or enterprise priorities.

• Keencultural awareness and sensitivity, with the ability tooperateeffectively across multiple markets and languages.

• Critical thinking and strategic planning skills, with the ability to solve problems creatively and compliantly.

• Sound judgment and ability to manage complexity, with adaptability in an evolving external environment.

Thrive

What you can expectofus

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also care deeply for our teammates’ well-being and growth.

· Vast opportunities to learn, develop, and move up and across our global organization.

· Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where colleagues are empowered to bring ideas to the table, take risks, and act.

· Generous AMGEN Total Rewards Plan comprising healthcare, finance, wealth, and career benefits.

· Flexible work arrangements.

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team. 

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As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against seriousdisease. 

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.