Associate Director, Federal Government Affairs

Bristol Myers Squibb•Washington, DC

49d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Director, Federal Government Affairs is a critical, high-impact role responsible for enhancing and executing Bristol Myers Squibb's (BMS) strategic engagement with key stakeholders on Capitol Hill. This position serves as the nexus for internal policy expertise and external Congressional outreach, strategically positioning BMS as a trusted educational resource and policy thought leader. This is an outward-facing role focused on strategic impact, not direct lobbying. The successful candidate will be charged with developing, managing, and executing innovative and creative outreach strategies including educational programs, policy events, and targeted communications initiatives. The primary objective is to effectively elevate and articulate BMS' core policy priorities and therapeutic area expertise to Congressional audiences, ensuring a sophisticated understanding of our mission and contributions to healthcare innovation. The role requires exceptional organizational acumen, high-level communication skills, and a proven ability to translate complex policy matters into impactful educational materials.

Requirements

Minimum 5-7 years of professional experience working in Congress or other organizations with Congressional focus
Proven ability to translate complex scientific and policy issues into clear, compelling, and politically relevant messages for Congressional audiences.
Demonstrated success in building and maintaining strong, non-partisan working relationships with Congressional staff and key D.C. political and policy stakeholders.
Exceptional organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to independently manage and execute multiple complex, high-visibility projects and events under tight deadlines.
Strategic, creative, and proactive approach to engagement, focused on education and solutions rather than traditional, direct lobbying.
Ability to navigate internal processes and functions, while driving alignment for outreach initiatives within the U.S. Policy and Government Affairs team.

Responsibilities

Proactively identify and assess Congressional and external forums (e.g., hearings, caucuses, think tank events) to position BMS messaging.
Lead the design and execution of high-impact educational events on Capitol Hill, including briefings, panels, and policy roundtables.
Secure and staff opportunities for BMS experts and executives to speak at external forums, positioning BMS as the authoritative policy voice.
Serve as the central hub for policy materials and intelligence to directly support and enable the Federal Affairs lobbying team.
Act as the internal point of contact to gather, synthesize, and disseminate current data and messaging from internal teams and external trade groups.
Quickly mobilize resources to capitalize on opportunities flagged by lobbyists, such as securing witness seats for key hearings or panels.
Ensure timely, compelling information is consistently available to the entire team to support direct lobbying efforts and external engagement.
Collaborate closely with Federal Government Affairs, Policy, and Alliance Development teams to ensure unified approach to any Congressional engagements.

Benefits

Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care.
Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP).
Financial well-being resources and a 401(K).
Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support.
Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New Year's holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility.
Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave.
Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources.
Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

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