Government Affairs Director

Job description

Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity. Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science. Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture. Job Description About the role Role Title: Government Affairs Director Report to: Head, China Corporate Affair Location: Beijing, China As a Government Affairs Director, you will be responsible for developing strategy to engage with central and local government organizations and trade associations in China, so as to serve the purposes to lobbying government regulations; advising and representing the company on policy issues; working with cross function teams to protect and promote corporate reputation; shaping favorable business operations environment from external perspectives. This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career, these responsibilities include some of the following… Establish direct link and maintain strong working relations with central government key organization including but not limit to MIIT, NDRC, MoFCOM, Customs, State Market Supervision and Regulation, Ministry of Health, etc. Engage with medical / pharmaceutical related government agencies or organizations in collaboration with Commercial Access team so as to develop consensus positions for favorable policies and regulations, clearer policy interpretation, and consistency in law enforcements at different government levels Policy Analysis, mapping and lobbying to influence key think tanks, key opinion leaders, and national congressmen. Represent the company at national level industry trade associations and international government bodies, chamber of commerce to advocate company positions, promote company reputation, and establish company’s thought leadership position Arrange meetings with senior level government officials and company’s senior executives as well as prepare briefing documents for management on lobbying activities and status of our priorities. Work together with sales / marketing / medical affairs / regulatory / manufacturing teams in China to address business issues, identify opportunities, and safeguard company’s freedom of trade Why you? Basic Qualifications: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Industry background, medical knowledge Proven records of government affairs work under complex government relations and complex policy environment Business acumen capability with bigger vision to see the whole industry issues, and beyond. Can-do spirit, strong desire to achieve goals. Strong communication and influencing skills Preferred Qualifications: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Direct matching work experience Master’s degree Experience dealing with complex legislative and regulatory issues Job Posting End Date 2026-09-26 Equal Opportunities Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong. During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees. The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions. Adjustment or Accommodations Request If you require a reasonable adjustment or accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at Haleon at any stage of the application process, please let your recruiter know by providing them with a description of specific adjustments you are requesting. We’ll provide all reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process and treat all information you provide us in confidence. Note to candidates The Haleon recruitment team will contact you using a Haleon email account (@haleon.com). 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