Description
**[JOB DESCRTIPTION] Government & Corporate Affairs Manager**
**Job Description**
The Government & Corporate Affairs Manager will support the development and execution of integrated public policy, government relations, and corporate communications strategies to strengthen Amgen’s reputation and ensure a favorable environment for innovation and patient access. This role combines responsibilities across external engagement, policy advocacy, and corporate communications, working closely with internal cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to align on business and policy priorities. The position reports to the Head of Corporate Affairs & Advocacy Relations, Korea, and operates as part of the Corporate Affairs & Advocacy Relations function.
**Key Responsibilities**
**Government Affairs and** **External** **Engagement** **(50%)**
+ Develop and implement government affairs strategies to shape healthcare policy and access environments in support of Amgen’s business objectives.
+ Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, policymakers, and key policy stakeholders.
+ Monitor and analyze policy, legislative, and regulatory developments impacting the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, and provide timely updates to senior leadership on relevant risks and opportunities.
**Corporate Affairs and Communications** **(50%)**
+ Develop and execute strategic PR plans supporting brand and corporate comms goals
+ Responsible for both corporate and product communications, issues management, advocacy campaigns, and broader, proactive engagement initiatives
+ Manage media relations activities, including message development, issue response, and media engagement.
+ Produce clear and compelling communications materials for internal and external audiences.
+ Partner with external PR agencies and regional Corporate Affairs teams to ensure alignment and impact.
**Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Communications, or a related field.
+ Strong understanding of Korea’s healthcare and biopharmaceutical policy environment.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Korean and English.
+ Proven ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships across government, industry, and media.
+ Demonstrated strategic thinking, planning, and execution capabilities within complex organizations.
+ Excellent communication, negotiation, forward planning and project management skills.
+ Demonstrated business acumen, strong partnering skills with business leaders.
+ Able to work in complex matrix organizations.
**Experience:**
+ Minimum 10 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or corporate communications, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
+ Proven track record in policy advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and media relations.
+ Prior experience in multinational or matrix organizations preferred.
+ Experience working with industry associations, government bodies, or patient advocacy groups is an advantage.
**Core Competencies**
+ Strategic Communication and Influence
+ Stakeholder and Policy Engagement
+ Collaboration in Cross-Functional and Matrix Teams
+ Sound Business Judgment and External Awareness
