The European Biopharmaceutical Enterprises (EBE) is the European trade association

representing biopharmaceutical companies of all sizes operating in Europe. It is

headquartered in Brussels and operates as a specialised group of the European Federation
of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA). EBE currently has 63 direct corporate
members and has become a strong voice for biopharmaceuticals in Europe. It is now looking
to recruit its new

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The job we offer:

The Executive Director will report to, and interact with. the EBE Board of Directors as well as
the Director General of EFPIA. He/she will devise the EBE strategy, develop and implement
the annual business plans, oversee the running of the EBE secretariat and working parties,
and represent the industry towards the EU institutions and other key stakeholders in Europe
on a wide range of business, policy and regulatory issues.

The EBE Board wants to appoint a manager who is able to drive the agenda and identify
and maximise opportunities within a complex policy environment. At the operational level,
he/she will team up with colleagues at EBE/EFPIA and within member companies.

The successful candidate is likely to:

Have more than 10 years successful work experience at an appropriate level, including
minimum four years of people- and budget-management. Experience in the
pharmaceutical & biotechnology industries will be advantageous or, at a minimum,
excellent understanding of the industry’s issues with knowledge of the sector
stakeholders.
Demonstrate a successful track record in policy advocacy and/or representation to the
European institutions and agencies. Previous work with or inside trade associations will be
an advantage.
Be an excellent networker and communicator, able to “connect the dots”, forge
consensus when needed and present positions in a diplomatic manner.
Be perfectly fluent in English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of French and other
languages a plus. Relevant university education background at Masters level required.

The candidates we wish to hear from:

The position is likely to be suitable for someone who is enthusiastic, able to motivate others,
service-minded and committed to delivering on business priorities. Communicating
effectively with politicians and civil servants, corporate executives, partners and third parties
like the media is an integral part of the function.

If you believe you can lead EBE to its next stage of development in European policy
advocacy, regulatory expertise and services to members, and if you are eager to lend your
energy and skills to this dynamic group, please send your CV and a motivation letter before
19 November to Brian Ager at executivedirectorjob@ebe-biopharma.org.

Deadline for applications: 19 November 2010

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. The first round of interviews will take place
between 22 and 26 November and decisive interviews with the Board on 30 November 2010,
in Brussels. The start date should be early 2011.

www.ebe-biopharma.org