Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.
We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don't settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients' lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.
Vantive is seeking an experienced and strategic Government Affairs professional to lead our policy and advocacy efforts across France, Benelux, and the wider European Union. This is a pivotal role within our EMEA region, with France representing one of our primary markets and Brussels serving as a key center of European decision‑making.
We are looking for a motivated and influential leader to continue shaping policies that support home dialysis, strengthen our relationships with key stakeholders, and drive meaningful change in renal care across Europe.
About the Role
As Government Affairs Lead, you will:
* Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, healthcare authorities, payers, and patient associations in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and with EU institutions.
* Represent Vantive in local, national, and European associations, conferences, and stakeholder forums.
* Monitor and analyze healthcare policy and reimbursement developments across the region, providing strategic insights and recommendations to leadership.
* Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams—including Medical, Regulatory, Commercial, and Supply Chain—to ensure alignment between policy initiatives and business goals.
* Support and contribute to policy advocacy initiatives relevant to the French, Belgian, Dutch, and EU environments.
* Partner with patient organizations and advocacy groups to advance education, access initiatives, and awareness campaigns across the three markets and at EU level.
* Work with regional Communications and Marketing teams to plan and deliver impactful patient awareness activities.
This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on renal care policy across multiple key markets and within the European Union.
What We're Looking For
* Significant experience in the healthcare sector or related industry.
* A university degree, ideally in Political Science, Healthcare, Economics, Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline.
* Strong knowledge of the health policy landscape in the region.
* A solid network within the Brussels/EU community; connections in France, Belgium, or the Netherlands are a strong plus.
* Excellent communication skills in Dutch, English and French.
* Excellent analytical, strategic planning, and problem‑solving skills.
* Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrated ability to collaborate across matrixed, fast‑paced teams.
* A proactive, adaptable, and results‑oriented mindset with high accountability.
Why Join Vantive?
At Vantive, you will influence healthcare policy on a regional and European stage while working in a flexible environment that supports both hybrid and remote working arrangements. You'll join a mission‑driven organization committed to improving the lives of patients and driving innovation in renal care.
Reasonable Accommodation
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