Principal Government Affairs

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

The Principal Govt affairs  will be a results-oriented advocate responsible for researching, analyzing, executing and advocating government affairs issues in Brazil.

• Develop strategies on regulatory and legislative issues impacting Boston Scientific and the medical device industry.
• Conduct research and analysis of trade, reimbursement, regulatory and general business environment issues of interest to BSC Brazil.
• Work with organizations of international focus, specific interest groups and other health related organizations to influence and monitor legislative and regulatory positions and priorities.  Attend hearings and meetings on the Hill and with Agencies.
• Assist in development of international advocacy action plan that impacts Brazil matters.
• Be proactive strategically to identify trends and determine educational needs/opportunities.
• Work closely with Government Affairs staff and provide information, advice and perspective concerning government leadership, policies and activities.
• Serve as content expert for priority and provide quantitative and qualitative documentation for necessary lobbying efforts and legislative initiatives in BR.
• Develop and execute strategy for engagement with Members of Congress and staff on key trade issues.
• Engage in Advocacy related to bilateral and multi-lateral health and trade policy initiatives.
• Develop and execute communications strategy to keep internal BSC “customers” informed and active on issues impacting BSC.
• Build Quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.

Key Requirements:

• Fluent English and Fluent Spanish
• Based in Brasilia
• Bachelor's degree
• Solid background in Govt affairs strategies

Requisition ID: 603216

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!