Senior Manager or Associate Director Government Affairs & Market Access

Senior Manager or Associate Director Government Affairs & Market Access at Illumina

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?

At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

About The Role

At Illumina, we are transforming human health by unlocking the power of the genome. We are seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Manager or Associate Director Government Affairs & Market Access to lead our external engagement and access strategy across Central Europe, with a primary focus on enabling timely and sustainable access to innovative genomic testing.

In this role, you will be responsible for aligning policy, reimbursement, and government relations strategies to support Illumina’s mission and regional growth.

You will bring deep expertise in healthcare policy, hands-on experience in payer engagement, and a proven ability to navigate complex health systems. Strong networking capabilities are essential, as you will build and maintain influential relationships with key stakeholders across the region.

The position is based in Austria and requires travel across European countries approximately 50% of the time. Fluency in English is essential, and proficiency in a Central European language is highly desirable.

Illumina's employee benefits are industry-leading and include flexible time off, private medical insurance, compassion and care time off, leisure travel insurance, pension, employee stock purchasing program, volunteer time off, and much more!

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated strategies that align government affairs, and market access objectives to support Illumina’s mission across Central Europe.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with key stakeholders including government ministries, health authorities, HTA bodies, payers, and regulatory institutions.
• Shape national policy and reimbursement environments to support sustainable patient access to innovative genomic testing.
• Lead the development of country-specific access strategies, incorporating policy, pricing, and evidence generation elements.
• Represent Illumina in relevant policy forums, working groups, and trade associations to position the company as a partner in advancing precision medicine.
• Monitor and analyze relevant legislative, regulatory, and reimbursement developments, providing strategic insights and guidance to internal teams.
• Engage with HTA agencies and payers to articulate the clinical and economic value of genomics, adapting global value dossiers to local contexts.
• Identify evidence gaps and coordinate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Medical Affairs, Patient Advocacy, Comms, and Regulatory) to support local evidence generation and publications.

Qualifications

• University degree in Public Policy, Health Economics, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in government affairs, market access, or healthcare policy within the life sciences, diagnostics, or pharmaceutical sector.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare systems and reimbursement frameworks in Central Europe (particularly Poland, Czech Republic, Baltics, or similar markets).
• Proven ability to influence policy and payer decision-making through strategic engagement and evidence-based advocacy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working cross-functionally and internationally.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Polish or another Central European language is a strong asset.

Illumina is deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered. We prioritize openness, collaboration, and alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics, confirming a zero-net pay gap regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We offer Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for career development, cultural awareness, and social responsibility. Illumina is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Background checks are conducted, and accommodation for application or interview processes is available by contacting accommodations@illumina.com.

Key skills/competency

• Government Affairs
• Market Access Strategy
• Healthcare Policy
• Payer Engagement
• Reimbursement Frameworks
• Stakeholder Relations
• Policy Advocacy
• Genomic Testing
• Central European Health Systems
• Cross-functional Collaboration