Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of 8 October 2026, from the Under-Secretariat, by which the provision of jobs by free appointment at AEMPS is announced |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | 14 October 2026 |
| Entry into force | 15 October 2026 |
| Affected parties | Career civil servants group A1 of the General State Administration |
| Category | Public Sector |
| Positions announced | 4 positions at level 28-29 |
| Maximum specific allowance | €24,549.84 annually |
| Application deadline | 15 working days from 15/10/2026 |
| Application channel | Funciona Portal (electronic, with digital certificate) |
| BOE Reference | BOE-A-2026-21345 |
The Under-Secretariat of Health announces four executive positions at the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) through the free appointment system, published in the BOE on 14 October 2026 (reference BOE-A-2026-21345). These are high-profile technical and regulatory positions, with supplementary remuneration of up to €24,549.84 annually and specific requirements for international experience and team management.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution announces the provision of four jobs at AEMPS through the free appointment system, which means that the Administration has discretion to select the most suitable candidate among applicants who meet the requirements. The positions are group A1, Special Administration, and are distributed among three organizational units of the agency:
| Position | Organizational unit | Level | Max specific allowance | Additional requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Head (1) | Department of Human Medicines | 28-29 | €24,549.84/year | Experience in pharmaceutical regulatory management, team coordination and participation in international bodies |
| Deputy Head (2) | Department of Human Medicines | 28-29 | €24,549.84/year | Experience in pharmaceutical regulatory management, team coordination and participation in international bodies |
| Deputy Head | Department of Veterinary Medicines | 28-29 | €24,549.84/year | 15 years of seniority as a career civil servant |
| Deputy Head | National Center for Certification of Health Products | 28-29 | €24,549.84/year | Experience in pharmaceutical regulatory management, team coordination and participation in international bodies |
Applications must be submitted exclusively electronically through the Funciona Portal, using a digital certificate. Paper applications or submissions through other channels are not accepted.
Economic and operational impact
From a remuneration perspective, the positions offer a specific allowance of up to €24,549.84 annually, which is added to the base salary and destination allowance corresponding to level 28-29 of group A1. This specific allowance is one of the highest within the structure of the General State Administration for deputy head positions, reflecting the technical complexity and regulatory responsibility associated with AEMPS.
Operationally, selected candidates will assume functions of technical team coordination, pharmaceutical regulatory management and representation in international bodies, which implies a workload with European projection (EMA, EDQM and other regulatory forums). For the Veterinary Medicines position, the requirement of 15 years of seniority as a career civil servant significantly reduces the pool of eligible candidates.
Who does it affect?
- Career civil servants of group A1 of the General State Administration with Special Administration profile.
- Civil servants with proven experience in pharmaceutical regulatory management (human medicines, veterinary medicines or health products).
- Civil servants with experience in team coordination and participation in international bodies in the pharmaceutical or health sector.
- For the Veterinary Medicines position: career civil servants with at least 15 years of seniority.
- Managers and senior technicians from AEMPS itself who aspire to internal promotion.
- A1 civil servants from other AGE bodies with health regulatory profile.
Practical example
A career civil servant of group A1, Special Administration, with 12 years of experience in the Department of Human Medicines at AEMPS and proven participation in working groups of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) can apply for either of the two Deputy Head positions in that department. They must access the Funciona Portal with their digital certificate, complete the electronic application and submit it within 15 working days counted from 15 October 2026. If selected, they will receive a specific allowance of up to €24,549.84 annually in addition to their base remuneration.
However, that same civil servant could not apply for the Veterinary Medicines position if they cannot prove the 15 years of seniority as a career civil servant specifically required for that position.
What should candidates do now?
- Verify compliance with requirements before applying: group A1, Special Administration, experience in pharmaceutical regulatory management and, for Veterinary Medicines, 15 years of seniority as a career civil servant.
- Calculate the exact deadline: the application period starts on 15 October 2026 and extends for 15 working days. Identify the deadline date in your work calendar excluding national and regional holidays.
- Prepare your digital certificate in advance: submission is exclusively electronic through the Funciona Portal. Check that your certificate is current and operational.
- Document your proven experience: gather evidence of your participation in international bodies, team coordination and pharmaceutical regulatory management, as these are explicit evaluation criteria in the announcement.
- Consult the complete resolution in the BOE (BOE-A-2026-21345) to verify specific conditions for each position before formalizing your application.
Frequently asked questions
What is the deadline to apply for AEMPS executive positions in 2026?
The deadline is 15 working days counted from the day after publication in the BOE, that is, from 15 October 2026. Applications must be submitted electronically through the Funciona Portal with a digital certificate. Applications submitted outside the deadline or through other channels are not accepted.
How much does an AEMPS Deputy Head earn in specific allowance?
The four announced positions have a specific allowance of up to €24,549.84 annually. This amount is added to the base salary and destination allowance corresponding to level 28-29 of group A1 of the General State Administration.
What requirements does the AEMPS Deputy Head of Veterinary Medicines position require?
In addition to general requirements (group A1, Special Administration, experience in pharmaceutical regulatory management, team coordination and participation in international bodies), the Veterinary Medicines position requires proving 15 years of seniority as a career civil servant. This requirement does not apply to the other three announced positions.
How are applications submitted for free appointment at AEMPS?
Applications must be submitted exclusively electronically through the Funciona Portal, using a digital certificate. No other submission channel is accepted. It is essential to have a current digital certificate before starting the process.
Which AEMPS units have vacancies in this announcement?
Positions are announced in three units: Department of Human Medicines (2 Deputy Head positions), Department of Veterinary Medicines (1 Deputy Head position) and National Center for Certification of Health Products (1 Deputy Head position). All are level 28-29, group A1, Special Administration.
Official source
Consult complete regulation in official source
Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-21345
