Health – Public Affairs – Account Director

Health – Public Affairs – Account Director

Are you passionate about European and Global health policy? Are you proactive, solution-driven, willing to go the extra mile and eager to help us grow the business by delivering excellent service to our clients? Do you want to be part of a team where your opinion matters, and you can work on a variety of health topics? Do you love leading teams and helping junior colleagues grow? Then this opportunity is perfect for you!

What we are looking for:

We are looking for an Account Director who will work with and complement our Healthcare practice, based in Brussels, Belgium.

Your role will include:

• Leading and managing a variety of exciting policy projects and your own client portfolio, providing your strategic advice during client meetings
• Preparing evidence-based strategies, narratives and materials, translating complex insights into actionable recommendations
• Coaching junior members of the team to help them grow in their careers and manage their workload
• Joining the leadership team of the health practice, providing overall support to the Partners and contributing to the growth of the practice

Your experience and knowledge:

• You have more than 7 years of relevant work experience for the role. Ideally, you would have a combined experience of working at the Institutions (DG SANTE/RTD/HERA/Cabinets, MEP office, PermRep) and in an agency, patient, or professional group. If you do not have a track record in the healthcare area, you will not be considered.
• You have demonstrated knowledge of ongoing health debates at EU level (IP, access, EU’s pharmaceutical legislative framework, rare diseases, etc.)
• You have a thorough knowledge of the EU institutions and legislative processes
• You are comfortable with policy communications campaigns – at EU level and coordinating market-level inputs
• You have a perfect command of English; your additional languages are an asset

Your skills:

• You are flexible and enthusiastic, with the ability to work under tight deadlines in an international environment
• You have a client-oriented mindset, an ability to lead projects and teams and deliver high-quality outputs
• You have advanced writing skills and an ability to quickly summarise complex issues and adapt writing to different audiences
• You have excellent communication skills
• You have strong organisational and project management skills, proven through concrete previous examples and track record
• You are proficient with IT and new media tools
• You have the right to work in Belgium
• You have good references

Why join us:

• Collaborative Culture: You’ll be part of an innovative, forward-thinking team where your ideas matter, and every voice is valued.
• Impactful Work: Shape strategies that make a real difference in a dynamic and evolving political landscape, influencing key decisions and policies.
• Room to Grow: We foster a supportive, inspiring environment with plenty of opportunities for personal and professional development. Your expertise will be recognised, and your career will flourish.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary, aligned with your experience, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.
• Continuous Learning: From on-the-job experience to dedicated training with industry experts, we’re committed to your professional growth.

How to apply:

We are interested in talented people who are interested in us. In your application, please take the time to explore what added value your unique personality and competences could bring to us.

To apply for this position, please send your resume (saved as: first name_surname_CV) and cover letter (saved as: first name_surname_CL) in PDF format to [email protected] with a subject line “Account Director Health”.

Candidates who have a profile matching what we are looking for will then be contacted for an interview.

About Acumen:

At Acumen, we have built a culture to meaningfully shape policy and deliver impact that lasts. We bring more than experienced counsel and a winning record to the table. We pride ourselves in being the kind of advisers that clients want at their side during their most complex, difficult decisions. Passionate, committed, and genuinely client-focused, we take pride in offering forward-thinking strategy and steady support. We are always looking for the best talent to contribute to our purpose. Acumen is not just a great place to work; it’s a place where you can make a real difference.

At Acumen, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are respected and valued. We ensure all qualified applicants are considered regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, nationality, language, religion, disability, age, or socio-economic status.

We believe that our team’s diverse experiences and viewpoints are key to driving innovation and success, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We look forward to meeting you!

The Acumen Team

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