Manage long-term, trust-based partnerships with medical societies, key opinion leaders and experts, as well as multidisciplinary stakeholders
ensuring alignment with scientific, clinical, and public health priorities.
Contribute to roll-out of Edwards partnerships with medical societies in close collaboration with internal stakeholders.
Lead strategic engagement planning, including mapping, prioritization, and coordinated engagement in collaboration with Medical Affairs, Business Units and Public Affairs teams.
Monitor and engage specifically on European policy and legislative opportunities and developments, and craft Edwards policy positions on key priorities in alignment with business strategy.
Manage EU stakeholder relations – trade associations, coalitions
in alignment with business strategy and public health priorities.
Support translation of complex scientific, clinical, and public health/policy concepts into clear strategic insights for internal teams.
Identify opportunities where Edwards’ science and innovation can support broader healthcare system goals, including access, quality of care, and outcomes.

Advanced degree in public health or social sciences, life sciences, biomedical sciences, health sciences, epidemiology, or a related scientific discipline.
Master’s degree strongly preferred; MD is not required.
Significant experience (typically 7–10+ years) in scientific engagement, public health/policy, or medical affairs, ideally within medical devices, pharmaceuticals, academia, or healthcare systems.
Demonstrated experience working within multistakeholder environments, either in medical society contexts or in policy (with preference at EU Level)
Strong understanding of healthcare systems.

Competitive compensation and benefits package
Flexible working hours, remote working
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Disability Insurance
Telemedical Services
Meal vouchers
Service Awards
Employee Stock Purchase Programme
Employee Assistance Programme
Comprehensive Wellness programme including preventive cardiovascular screening, educational events, on-site fitness center, lessons with personal trainer, fruit in the office, charity activities and much more.

Senior Manager, Scientific Relations, Partnerships & Policy Engagement

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