Senior Director International Public Policy (JAPAC)

Public Policy Strategy & Execution

• Develop and execute international public policy strategies with a primary focus on Japan and broader APAC markets
  
• Partner with local affiliates to adapt global policy priorities into effective market-level strategies
  
• Provide strategic guidance on healthcare policy topics, including:
  
  • Market access
    
  • Pricing and reimbursement
    
  • Health technology assessment (HTA)
    
  • Intellectual property
    
  • Healthcare innovation
    
  • Sustainability
    
• Support policy positioning, advocacy materials, and stakeholder engagement strategies
  

Policy Intelligence & Advisory

• Monitor healthcare policy, legislative, and regulatory developments across Japan and APAC markets
  
• Identify emerging opportunities and risks and provide strategic insights to global stakeholders
  
• Support affiliates in navigating complex policy environments
  

External Engagement & Collaboration

• Build and maintain relationships with government stakeholders, industry associations, think tanks, and external partners
  
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across Government Affairs, Corporate Affairs, Market Access, Legal, Regulatory, and other functions
  
• Strengthen alignment between global priorities and local market needs
  

Global Policy Leadership

• Contribute to the development of global policy frameworks and guidance
  
• Share market insights and best practices across international teams
  
• Support consistent policy approaches across regions
  

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in public policy, international relations, law, public health, or related fields
  
• Approximately 15+ years of experience in public policy, government affairs, healthcare policy, or related roles
  
• Strong understanding of healthcare systems and policy environments in Japan and APAC
  
• Experience working with global organizations and country affiliates
  
• Ability to translate complex policy issues into practical business strategies
  
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  
• Fluent Japanese and English communication skills
  

Preferred Background

• Experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or life sciences industry
  
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a global, cross-functional environment
  
• Experience engaging with government and external healthcare stakeholders