Head of/Director, Government Affairs - UK & EU

Hims & Hers Health, Inc.

Job Overview

Location

Ireland

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• Lead government affairs and public policy strategies across the UK and EU, including Germany, France, Ireland, and Spain, setting market-specific strategies and coordinating cross-border initiatives.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with health ministries, parliamentarians, EU institutions (Commission, Parliament, Council), patient organisations, and industry coalitions to influence policy outcomes.
• Develop advocacy strategies on key business-relevant issues including online prescribing, telemedicine, access to weight loss care, pharmacy policy, digital health, AI in healthcare, and patient-centred reforms to national health systems.
• Monitor legislative, regulatory, and political developments across European markets and translate them into clear business implications and strategic recommendations for executive leadership.
• Manage external consultants, agencies, and trade-association memberships to maximise policy reach and impact across multiple jurisdictions.
• Represent Hims & Hers in external forums, roundtables, consultations, and stakeholder meetings as the primary spokesperson on policy matters.
• Partner with Legal, Regulatory, Quality & Safety, Clinical, Marketing, Communications, and Operational leaders globally to align government affairs work with company priorities and operational needs.
• Develop coordinated engagement strategies with health authorities and regulators to support responsible innovation and patient access to digital health services.
• Support market-entry and expansion planning for new European geographies through stakeholder mapping, political risk assessment, and tailored engagement strategies.
• Prepare policy analyses, briefing materials, and position papers to inform internal decision-making and external advocacy efforts.
• Lead rapid policy responses to sensitive or fast-moving regulatory issues in close coordination with Communications and Legal teams.
• Serve as the first dedicated European Government Affairs leader, building the function, relationships, and strategy from the ground up.
• Translate complex legislation and political dynamics into actionable strategic insights for cross-functional teams.
• Balance strategic planning with operational execution, including hands-on involvement in policy tracking, consultation responses, and stakeholder outreach.
• Maintain detailed awareness of evolving European healthcare policies including the EU AI Act and European Health Data Space.
• Engage with stakeholders on GLP-1 and obesity policy debates, medicines access and reimbursement, and prescription drug advertising regulations.
• Leverage AI and emerging technologies to enhance policy analysis, stakeholder intelligence, and operational effectiveness in government affairs.
• Demonstrate sound political and commercial judgment while providing honest, confidential counsel to internal leadership.
• Communicate clearly and persuasively with executives, regulators, and political stakeholders across diverse cultural and institutional contexts.

🎯 Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or a closely related field with substantial time in pharmaceutical, healthcare, digital health, technology, or life sciences
• Demonstrated experience working with European healthcare systems and policy environments across multiple markets, including engagement with EU institutions and at least one major national capital
• Advanced degree in public policy, international relations, political science, law, economics, or a related field
• Advanced proficiency in German, French, or Spanish strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to enhance policy analysis and stakeholder intelligence
• Prior experience leading a region or operating as a sole practitioner before scaling a team

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary & equity compensation for full-time roles
• Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and quarterly mental health days
• Offsite team retreats

Skills & Technologies

Remote

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About Hims & Hers Health, Inc.

Hims & Hers Health is a telehealth platform providing online consultations, prescription medications and over-the-counter wellness products for conditions such as hair loss, erectile dysfunction, anxiety, depression, skin care, and sexual health. Operating in the United States and select international markets, the company connects patients with licensed physicians and pharmacies, delivering treatments through subscription plans and direct-to-consumer shipping, while emphasizing privacy, affordability and accessibility.

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