Program Manager

About the role

The Health Team at Edelman Public & Government Affairs (P&GA) Brussels is looking for a talented public affairs professional with a minimum of four years' experience in healthcare public / government affairs. Ideally, you'll have experience working in an EU institution, in the private sector, a consultancy, trade association, not-for-profit organization, or national government. The successful candidate will work with our existing health clients, as well as help us develop new business opportunities. We're looking for someone with excellent communication and writing skills, an eye for detail, a passion for healthcare, and who thrives on using creative public affairs strategies to solve complex policy problems. Edelman's P&GA practice brings together policy expertise, strategic advisory, and communications to help clients navigate an increasingly complex geopolitical and regulatory environment. Our work sits at the intersection of business, policy and society, combining government affairs, corporate strategy, sustainability and impact, and geopolitical risk advisory to support informed decision-making and drive meaningful engagement with stakeholders. We partner with organisations to anticipate policy developments, shape regulatory outcomes, and build trust with governments, institutions, and wider society. Our mission is to help clients operate with confidence and credibility in a rapidly evolving global landscape. Position Overview Program Managers support client strategy development, monitor issues, manage projects, review drafts, and finalize deliverables for clients as assigned. Program Managers also support research and issues monitoring for new business and thought leadership development. Program Managers report to Directors and can oversee Analysts and Research Associates. Scope of Work A focus on EU health policy, engagement, and advisory programs for clients. Lead day-to-day operations of an account workstream and work hand-in-hand with senior team members. Conduct comprehensive research and prepare reports that simplify complex issues into easily understandable briefs for clients. Design and implement fully integrated programs to achieve outcomes on critical issues in the health and life science sectors and multilateral organizations. Foster collaboration and consensus-building among internal and external partners, including colleagues and clients from around the globe. Supporting thought leadership development. Provide value-add analysis and monitoring on client issues. Represent Edelman P&GA by attending industry and sector events and networking. Support the development of client strategies and Scopes of Work to promote, protect, and evolve their interests amidst geopolitical headwinds, shifting consumer sentiment, and an evolving global business environment. Oversee and provide leadership to direct reports; establish a standard of expectations and ensure those are met consistently; evolve expectations over time as business needs and circumstances change. Empower junior staff by delegating tasks and actively contributing to their motivation and development through coaching and guidance