About the job The Associate PA Director plays a transversal role within China PA, encompassing healthcare policy, government/institutional relations, and patient advocacy covering both BU-specific and company-wide topics. Reporting to the China PA Head, this individual contributor role is responsible for developing and executing public affairs strategies that support Sanofi's business objectives and strengthen the company's reputation and access agenda in China. Key Responsibilities 1. Healthcare Policy & Government Relations Monitor, analyze, and interpret Chinese healthcare policy developments, regulatory changes, and government initiatives relevant to Sanofi's portfolio Build and maintain productive relationships with key government bodies, institutional stakeholders, and industry associations (e.g., NHSA, NMPA, NHC, NDRC) Represent Sanofi in policy dialogues, public consultations, and industry forums to advocate for evidence-based healthcare policies 2. Public Affairs Strategy & Execution Develop and implement country-level PA strategies aligned with GenMed China business priorities and global PA direction Contribute to product launch strategies from a PA perspective, ensuring policy and access considerations are integrated early Design and execute public awareness campaigns to enhance Sanofi's visibility and credibility with key stakeholders 3. Patient Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement Engage with patient organizations, scientific societies, and associated institutions to build coalitions and advance shared healthcare goals Develop and manage strategic partnerships with external stakeholders to support disease awareness and patient access initiatives Represent Sanofi's patient-centric values in all external engagements 4. Crisis & Issues Management Anticipate and manage potential public affairs risks and issues that may impact Sanofi's reputation or business operations in China Assist crisis communication and response plans in coordination with Communications and Legal teams 5. Cross-functional Collaboration Partner closely with Medical, Market Access, Regulatory, Legal, and Commercial teams to ensure PA strategies are integrated into broader business plans Provide PA intelligence and insights to internal stakeholders to inform decision-making Collaborate with regional and global PA teams to align on priorities and share best practices About you Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree or above in Public Policy, Political Science, Public Health, Communications, or a related field Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in public affairs, government relations, or healthcare policy, preferably within the pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical industry Deep understanding of China's healthcare system, policy landscape, and regulatory environment Proven track record of building and managing relationships with government officials, industry associations, and patient organizations Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate policy insights into actionable business recommendations Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Mandarin and English Ability to work effectively in a matrix organization and manage multiple priorities Pursue progress, discover extraordinary Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity. Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com! We are an R&D driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and creating compelling growth. Our team is guided by one purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We want to build a healthier, more resilient world, and turn the impossible into the possible by discovering, developing, and delivering medicines and vaccines for millions of people around the world. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi Start a career that makes a difference. Reinvention is in our DNA. It’s what drove our evolution from a small French enterprise to one of the world’s leading biopharma companies. Whether it’s using AI to shorten drug-discovery times or building trust in healthcare, you could be helping our teams make life better for patients, partners, and communities. This is where you grow your career. We open the door for you to explore new opportunities, push your limits, and connect with people who are driven by a shared purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

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