Associate Director, Government Affairs & Market Access (LATAM)

Illumina

About The Position

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Position Summary: We are seeking a strategic and experienced Associate Director, Government Affairs & Market Access to drive external engagement and access strategies across Latin America, with a primary focus on enabling timely and sustainable access to innovative genomic testing. This role is responsible for aligning policy, reimbursement, and government relations efforts to support Illumina’s growth and mission in the region. The ideal candidate combines strong expertise in healthcare policy with hands-on experience in payer engagement and a proven ability to navigate complex health systems.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 15 years of related experience, with 7+ years of Management experience.
University degree in International Relations, Law, Public Policy, Health Economics, Life Sciences, or a related field.
Extensive, progressively responsible experience in government affairs, market access, or healthcare policy within the life sciences, diagnostics, or pharmaceutical sector.
In-depth knowledge of healthcare systems and reimbursement frameworks in Latin America, particularly Brazil, Colombia, Mexico and Argentina.
Proven ability to influence policy and payer decision-making through strategic engagement and evidence-based advocacy.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working cross-functionally and internationally.
Fluency in English and Portuguese, with professional proficiency in Spanish.
Ability to travel up to 40% domestically and internationally as required.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute integrated government affairs and market access strategies that align policy, reimbursement, and external engagement objectives across Latin America, with a focus on priority markets (Brazil, Colombia, Mexico and Argentina).
Build and maintain trusted relationships with key stakeholders, including government ministries, health authorities, HTA bodies, payers, and regulatory institutions.
Shape national policy and reimbursement environments to support sustainable and timely patient access to innovative genomic testing.
Lead the development of country-specific access strategies, incorporating policy, pricing, and evidence-generation elements.
Represent Illumina in relevant policy forums, working groups, and trade associations to position the company as a partner in advancing precision medicine.
Monitor and analyze legislative, regulatory, and reimbursement developments, providing strategic insights and guidance to internal teams.
Lead engagement with HTA agencies and payers to articulate the clinical and economic value of genomics, adapting global value dossiers and access frameworks to local contexts.
Identify evidence gaps and coordinate with cross-functional teams (including HEOR, Medical Affairs, Patient Advocacy, Communications, and Regulatory) to support local evidence generation and publications.
Lead, develop & motivate team including matrix reporting members by fostering a culture of learning, continuous improvement, and professional development.
Ensure all external engagements are conducted in accordance with applicable compliance, ethics, and corporate governance standards.