Director, Head of U.S. Federal Government Affairs

Genmab

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About The Position

Director, Head U.S. Federal Government Affairs - Head Federal Lobbyist
Position Overview: Reporting directly to Head of Government Affairs and Policy, the Director, Head U.S. Federal Government Affairs will serve as Genmab’s senior representative in Washington, DC. This is a newly created, high-visibility leadership role responsible for building and executing Genmab’s first comprehensive federal lobbying and government affairs strategy as the company transitions to a fully integrated U.S. commercial organization.
Location: Washington, D.C.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required; JD, MPP, or relevant advanced degree highly desirable.
• 12+ years of progressive federal government affairs experience in biotechnology/pharmaceuticals.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven success directly lobbying on oncology, Medicare reimbursement, drug pricing, and/or intellectual property issues.
• Existing bipartisan relationships with key members and staff on Energy & Commerce, HELP, Finance, Ways & Means, and Appropriations committees.
• Deep policy expertise in MFN, Medicare Part B buy-and-bill, IRA price-setting provisions, 340B, patent/evergreening debates, and Bayh-Dole/march-in rights.
• Experience representing international or emerging biotech companies strongly preferred.
• Prior Hill (committee or personal office) or senior Administration experience (HHS, CMS, FDA) is strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Entrepreneurial, hands-on leader comfortable building a function from the ground up in a lean, fast-moving organization.
• Scientifically curious with the ability to translate complex antibody biology and clinical data into compelling policy narratives.
• Exceptional judgment, integrity, and leadership/executive presence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead Genmab’s U.S. federal government affairs strategy, with initial focus for Congressional engagement on oncology reimbursement, Medicare Part B & Part D policy, IRA implementation and potential reforms, 340B and PBM reform, intellectual property protection (Bayh-Dole, march-in rights), pandemic preparedness/biodefense funding, BIOSECURE/BIOCOMPETE, etc.
• Directly lobby Congress (key committees: House Energy & Commerce, Senate HELP, Senate Finance, House Ways & Means, Appropriations) and relevant Administration agencies (CMS, FDA, HHS-OASH, CDER).
• Represent Genmab on relevant working groups and committees within PhRMA, BIO, Cancer coalitions, and other relevant trade associations and advocacy partnerships.
• Build and maintain strong bipartisan relationships on Capitol Hill and within the Administration, with particular emphasis on members and staff focused on oncology, intellectual property, and drug pricing policy.
• Partner closely with Genmab’s U.S. market access, medical affairs, regulatory, and commercial teams to anticipate and shape policy impacting current portfolio and late-stage pipeline.
• Serve as primary federal liaison with U.S. patient advocacy organizations.
• Collaborate with Head of U.S. Policy on legislative language, comment letters, position papers, congressional testimony, and briefing materials.
• Manage external contract lobbyists, political intelligence consultants, and grassroots vendors.
• Collaborate with Head of Government Affairs and Policy to the USLT, Commercial Leadership Team, and Executive Committee on U.S. policy/legislative developments and political risk.
• Lead Genmab PAC team to develop and oversee the startup, rollout, enrollment and overall success.
• Ensure full compliance with Lobbying Disclosure Act, FDA advertising/promotion rules affecting advocacy, and all Genmab policies.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: 100% match on the first 6% of contributions
• Health Benefits: Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary Plans: Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave
• Support Resources: Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well-being support
• Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director