Policy Lead

The Policy Lead is responsible for driving delivery of the affiliate policy strategy, with the objective of shaping a favourable policy and environment. During a 12 month Max Term Contract, you will develop meaningful relationships with Medicines Australia and other relevant external stakeholders and maintain strong networks across affiliate functions, above-country teams, and senior leadership, translating complex policy landscapes into actionable strategic insights that support AbbVie's broader business and reimbursement objectives.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead the policy project team to ensure a sustainable model of monitoring, scanning and prioritising issues.
Co-ordinate and drive development of policy positions and lead proactive projects and strategic initiatives to further AbbVie’s policy priorities.
Lead and co-ordinate Government and other consultation responses on priority policy issues.
Engage in relevant market access and pipeline-related activities to support reimbursement strategy and submissions while contributing insights relating to broader policy issues.
Support the delivery of advocacy projects in collaboration with Corporate Affairs and cross functional teams aligned to strategic priorities.
Maintain a deep understanding of current and emerging policy trends through engagement with external stakeholders and support translation into strategic insights.
Support the preparation and delivery of policy-related briefings for internal stakeholders including AMT, affiliate functions, and above-country as required.
Build and maintain effective internal networks to ensure alignment of AbbVie policy positions and drive execution of strategic initiatives.
Participate in Medicines Australia and multi-company task force initiatives where relevant.
Report any adverse event within 24 hours as per Allergan’s policies and procedures.
Proactively participate in AbbVie’s WHS programs, adhere to policies and always promote a safe work environment.
Adhere to AbbVie’s internal codes of conduct and compliance processes.
Other ad hoc duties such as administrative duties, as requested.
Strategic thinking.
Ability to identify policy issues and develop strategic policy positions.
Ability to transform evidence into policy and associated advocacy.
Superior communication skills (written and verbal).
Excellent project management and organisational skills.
Strong teamwork/collaboration skills.
Commercial acumen.
Experience working in policy development and advocacy.
Ability to translate external policy settings into AbbVie strategy and business impact.
Knowledge of the Australian political system, health policy landscape and factors that influence policy direction and reform.
Working knowledge of public policy cycles, including public policy institutions and instruments.
Strong knowledge of the AU market access and pricing system and knowledge of international access systems.
Flexibility and Availability: In line with Australia’s 'Right to Disconnect' legislation, we recognize and respect employees' right to refuse contact outside of their working hours, unless such refusal is deemed unreasonable. As we operate in an international, matrixed environment, there may be occasions where your role requires participation in business meetings outside of standard hours. We value and support flexibility and appreciate your willingness to occasionally accommodate these requests to ensure effective collaboration and communication within our global team.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Hybrid