Ph3Head of Public Affairs – Belgium /h3 pCompany: Alan. Location: Belgium (Ghent, Brussels, Antwerp – remote options available). /p h3About Alan /h3 pAlan envisions a world where anyone holds the power to actively influence their physical and mental health. We strive every day for a healthier humanity, starting with healthier people and healthier businesses. br/Alan simplifies access to care, and empowers everyone to be healthier, physically and mentally, thanks to preventive care, health and insurance all in one experience. From prevention to extra‑fast reimbursement of health care, we go the extra‑mile for our members, becoming a resource for them, and obsessively creating solutions to help them in their day‑to‑day obstacles with a caring, tailored, personalized approach. They are never alone with Alan. /p pWe partner with 25,000 companies, with 500K members, and cumulate €350m+ ARR. We operate in France, Spain and Belgium. The team is 580+ people across Europe. /p h3Our Culture /h3 ul liMembers first. We put our members first, our team second, our shareholders third. /li liRadical Transparency. We make all choices in writing and adopt a direct and honest style of communication. /li liPersonal Team Growth. We are self‑improving whilst helping others grow. We’re no ego‑doers and we all edit the company. /li liDistributed Ownership. We trust our colleagues to make the right choices. We are not afraid to fail fast individually to learn collectively in the long run. /li liFearless ambition. We shoot for the moon and work backwards. We focus on solving complex problems with simple principles far from ready‑made ideas. /li /ul h3The Head of Public Affairs Job /h3 pThis role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of healthcare while working at the intersection of technology, insurance, and public policy in one of Europe’s most complex regulatory environments. You will autonomously drive change and navigate Belgium’s multilayered regulatory landscape while maintaining Alan’s mission‑driven approach. The focus should be Belgium first, with natural involvement in European‑level projects impacting Alan’s expansion across Europe. /p h3Core Responsibilities /h3 ul liLead flagship regulatory projects enabling Alan to expand our health partner value proposal, with a main focus on Belgium or European institutions. /li liHelp define a truly user‑centric future for healthcare, combining the best of human interactions, technology and data. /li liNavigate complex legislative and regulatory processes. /li liIdentify and push for meaningful regulatory changes. /li liBuild and execute strategic policy roadmaps. /li /ul h3Network Building /h3 ul liBuild and maintain relationships with Belgian federal and regional health ministers, parliamentary health committees, and key civil servants. /li liEngage with Belgian healthcare federations, medical associations, and digital health stakeholders. /li liRepresent Alan’s interests in Belgian healthcare policy discussions and regulatory consultations. /li liCreate strategic partnerships with Belgian healthcare institutions and innovation hubs. /li /ul h3Expert Leadership /h3 ul liTranslate complex Belgian healthcare policies into actionable business strategies for Alan. /li liPrepare Alan leadership for engagement with Belgian media, politicians, and regulatory bodies. /li liConnect Alan’s healthcare initiatives to Belgium’s broader social security and economic policies. /li liSupport internal teams in understanding Belgian regulatory requirements and compliance obligations. /li liIdentify opportunities for Alan to influence Belgian healthcare policy in our favor. /li /ul h3Is it you we’re looking for? /h3 pWe’re looking for someone who combines policy expertise with strategic thinking, has a deep understanding of the healthcare system, and can autonomously drive change in complex regulatory landscapes. The ideal candidate brings versatility and strong fundamentals in healthcare, in addition to a public affairs experience. They should be excited about tackling flagship projects and managing day‑to‑day regulatory work. /p h3Experience /h3 ul liExperience in public affairs (7 to 10 years), focusing on quality over quantity. /li liBackground in one or more of the following: ul liMinister’s staff with Health/Social expertise /li liHead of Public Affairs in companies from the healthcare or insurance industry managing complex regulatory challenges /li liSenior position (A+) in central administration or public entities /li liParliamentary assistance with current network /li liPublic Affairs consultancy with additional private sector experience /li /ul /li /ul h3Hard Skills /h3 ul liExpertise in health, insurance and social protection systems. /li liMastering of legislative and regulatory processes. /li liStrategic thinking (ability to connect healthcare policies to broader economic and political context) and synthesis/simplification capabilities. /li liExisting public/professional network. /li liProject management and autonomous work capabilities. /li liUnderstanding of technology and its regulatory implications. /li /ul h3Soft Skills /h3 ul liAppetite for a high intensity and fast‑pace working environment. /li liWillingness to challenge status‑quo. /li liStrong interpersonal skills. /li liVery good written and verbal communication skills. /li liNegotiation expertise. /li liRigour of reasoning and attention to detail. /li /ul h3Language Requirements /h3 ul liNative‑level French and / or Dutch. /li liProfessional fluency in English (spoken and written). /li /ul h3Benefits Perks /h3 ul liFair rewards – generous equity packages complement your base salary. /li liFlexible office – amazing office space at our HQ in Paris, sponsored co‑working hubs in Ghent, Brussels or Antwerp, or a full‑remote experience with home office equipment sponsorship. /li liAll the tools you need – MacBook Pro, keyboard, laptop stand, monitor and Bose noise‑canceling headphones. /li liFlexible vacation policy and flexible working hours. /li liDelightful healthcare insurance – extremely comprehensive health insurance; 100% of the contribution covered by Alan for you and your family. /li liTransport – green mobility budget (for senior level Alaners). /li liLearning training opportunities – highly flexible training policy, free books and budget to attend and speak at conferences. /li liParental leave – extended parental leave for all new parents. /li /ul pImportant note: we hire people not roles. /p pAfter reading this job description, if you feel you don’t have all the necessary prerequisites but it matches where you are now or what you’d like to grow into, we encourage you to apply! /p pNot everybody will enter our recruitment process, but all, no matter how under‑represented, should feel free to apply as it can only bring learnings or success. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr