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Johnson & Johnson

Policy Associate

Posted Jun 12, 2025
Job ID: JJJP00022669
Location
Cork, County Cork
Hours/week
39 hrs/week
Timeline
1 year
Payrate range
Unknown

Policy Associate

Location: Dublin

Duration: 12 months

Hours: 39 hours

Provide policy and administrative support to the Campus Ireland government affairs & policy/strategy team and EMEA Supply Chain Head of Government Affairs.

Reporting directly to Director of Government Affairs and Policy (Campus Ireland) 

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Proficiency and strong knowledge of key policy areas as they relate to Campus Ireland and EMEA supply chain strategy namely sustainability, Research, Development & Innovation, Talent & Skills, Tax and supply chain resiliency. 

  • Interface at Campus Ireland and global Government Affairs and Policy leadership members and their teams. 

  • Responding to enquiries and requests in timely fashion with clear communication

  • Directing enquiries to appropriate person(s)

  • Working with other J&J companies, customers, business partners, suppliers, etc.

  • An opportunity to work as a policy assistant to Director of Government Affairs and Policy for Campus Ireland and Head of Government Affairs EMEA supply chain

ADMINISTRATION

  • Agenda management

  • Preparation of presentations & communications

  • Meeting minutes creation

  • General office administration & support requests

  • Arranging meetings, video conferences with policymakers an internal stakeholders

  • Consolidation of Annual Planning Calendar, aligned with key stakeholders

  • Maintaining records, filing, etc.

  • Knowledge of procedures e.g. travel policy, crisis management, etc.

  • Support external J&J colleagues with onsite meetings


How to Succeed

  • Educated to tertiary level at a minimum with experience in Government Affairs and Policy an added benefit. 

  • Self-motivated and well organised.

  • Proactively handling priorities and forward planning.

  • Able to work flexibly and under pressure to tight deadlines.

  • Able to maintain complete confidentiality.

  • Experience of working with senior team members.

  • Able to work confidently and using own initiative with little guidance.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills collaborating closely with colleagues at all levels and with different cultures.

  • Great team player and also the ability to work well on one’s own.

  • Organisational and administration skills with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.

  • High level of digital literacy, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, specifically multiple diary management.

  • Creative, flexible and friendly approach with positive “Can Do” demeanour.

  • Representable appearance acting as “Go to” person.

  • Good negotiation skills

  • Tact, diplomacy and patience, keeping a cool head under pressure.


Benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for a 12 months.

Johnson and Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.


about Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Patients inform and inspire our science-based innovations, which continue to change and save lives. Applying rigorous science and compassion, we confidently address some of the most complex diseases of our time and unlock the potential medicines of tomorrow.


Our diverse portfolio spans multiple therapeutic areas — Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Retina.

We are continuously working to develop treatments, aspiring to find cures, pioneering the path from lab to life, and championing patients every step of the way.


Janssen UK: https://www.janssen.com/uk/

Janssen Ireland: https://www.janssen.com/ireland/


Application Process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid. PAYE, LTD & Umbrella options are available. 


Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.


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