regulatory affairs advisor

• Location: Brussels, Belgium (Hybrid, 3 days/week on site, 2 days remote)
• Type: Employee, full time
• Duration: Permanent contract
• Starting date: January 2026

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Regulatory affairs Advisor with strong interest in EU health policy, to join our dynamic and multicultural team in Brussels.

Key Responsibilities

• As part of the Public Affairs team, you will work towards influencing positive evolution of regulatory requirements and supporting members in achieving compliance.
• In the coming years, the EU Good Distribution Practice (GDP) Guidelines - governing how medicinal products are handled, stored, and distributed across the EU - will undergo a significant transformation into binding legislation. You will be spearheading this work on behalf of GIRP.
• As the leading European association representing GDP-inspected entities, GIRP offers you the opportunity to make a real impact—ensuring that patients across the EU continue to receive safe, high-quality, and properly controlled access to medicines.

Main tasks include:

• Monitor upcoming relevant healthcare legislative and policy developments
• Analyse impact of EU health-related legislative and policy developments on the pharmaceutical wholesale sector
• Lead the discussions on the revision of the Good Distribution Practice Guidelines with EMA, the European Commission and supply chain stakeholders
• Coordinate our legal and regulatory experts' contributions
• Participate in events and external working groups of relevance
• Support advocacy and stakeholder engagement activities

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in regulatory affairs or law
• 3 to 4 years of professional experience in EU regulatory affairs
• Understanding of EU institutions and legislative processes
• Native-level proficiency in English
• Strong interest in health policy and regulatory affairs
• Organised, analytical, and a proactive team player
• EU national or EU work visa handler

Desirable Qualifications

• Understanding of the dynamics of pharmaceutical supply chain
• Knowledge of the EU Good Distribution Practice Guidelines
• Experience in advocacy for healthcare, policy, or European affairs

WHY JOIN US?

• You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on the future of pharmaceutical wholesale in Europe, especially the revision of the GDP.
• You'll be part of a dynamic multicultural team in a pivotal moment of transformation.
• You'll work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to making a difference.
• GIRP is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
• We promote a safe, respectful, and healthy work environment.
• We actively support the physical and mental well-being of everyone on our team.

HOW TO APPLY

• Send your CV, cover letter and net monthly salary expectation
• Deadline: 15 November 2025
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted