Junior Public Affairs Specialist

Position

Junior Public Affairs Specialist (Italy – MioDottore)

Location

Italy – MioDottore

Reporting To

Head of Public Affairs & Public Market Access, Italy

Responsibilities

• Monitor political, institutional and regulatory developments at national and regional level.
• Analyze legislation, parliamentary acts, institutional initiatives and regulatory developments relevant to the business.
• Prepare summaries, briefings, internal memos, policy briefs and management updates.
• Support the drafting of position papers, institutional positioning documents and public affairs materials.
• Contribute to stakeholder mapping and engagement across institutions, trade associations and the broader healthcare ecosystem.
• Support the organization of institutional meetings, working tables, events and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Contribute to the development of projects and partnerships with public entities, associations, scientific societies and other healthcare stakeholders.
• Support the function in public market access activities and in initiatives related to institutional and territorial projects.
• Work cross‑functionally with internal teams to help align business priorities, regulatory developments and institutional positioning opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in public affairs, institutional relations, strategic consulting or public affairs consultancy, trade associations, or in regulated sectors, preferably in healthcare, pharma, digital health or innovation environments.

Requirements

• 2–3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of the Italian institutional and political environment.
• Interest in healthcare, digital health, innovation and public policy.
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills.
• Excellent writing skills, especially in drafting institutional and policy‑related materials.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work across complex dossiers.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to interact with different internal and external stakeholders.
• Good level of English.
• Degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, Economics or related fields.

What We Would Particularly Value

• Previous exposure, even at an early stage, to healthcare or pharma‑related dossiers.
• Familiarity with lobbying activities, stakeholder mapping and policy monitoring.
• A very hands‑on attitude, strong attention to detail and reliability.
• The ability to move comfortably from analysis to drafting and operational execution.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is curious, solid, highly organized and eager to grow within a function working at the intersection of business, institutions and innovation. They should be able to understand context quickly, write clearly, grasp priorities and contribute with consistency and pragmatism to the day‑to‑day management of institutional and regulatory dossiers.

Benefits

• Global benefits: healthcare insurance; wellness programs including gym memberships and mental health support; time off for vacation, personal occasions or recharge.
• Local perks: meal vouchers (ticket restaurant); transport allowances; extended parental leave.
• Career growth opportunities across teams and cross‑functional projects.
• Global team: diverse and inclusive environment with talent worldwide.
• Flexibility: remote work and flexible hours, with hub access in major cities.

Legal and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, regardless of gender, disability, or background, and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.