Director, US Federal Government Affairs

AstraZeneca•Washington, DC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of the US Federal Government Affairs and Policy team, the Director, Federal Government Affairs will guide AstraZeneca’s public policy initiatives on Capitol Hill. This position is dedicated to improving patient access to innovative medicines, promoting quality healthcare, and supporting scientific progress. In this role, you will proactively shape constructive policy solutions, build trusted relationships with policymakers and stakeholders, and collaborate with internal, cross-functional teams to deliver outcomes that improve patient health and sustain innovation. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient lives and our enterprise by advancing positive, evidence-based policies and constructively addressing proposals that could hinder access, affordability, and biomedical innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
8+ years of experience in government, government affairs, public affairs, or policy or related experience
Healthcare sector experience
Strong interpersonal, oral and written communications, and strategic thinking capabilities
Proficiency in standard business software applications

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree
Experience in government, public policy, and/or legal affairs.
Experience working on Capitol Hill or in a corporate environment
Robust understanding of pharmaceutical supply chain issues, as well as the health care landscape generally
Strong network and relationships with key Congressional stakeholders especially with the Senate
Familiarity with political action committees

Responsibilities

Maintain, establish, and cultivate relationships with Members of Congress and relevant personal office and Committee staff to create value-add opportunities that raise the company’s visibility in Washington, DC, and promote company’s public policy objectives.
Lead the development and take responsibility in the execution of congressional engagement strategies
Ability to work effectively in a team and cross-functionally with multiple internal departments.
Drive federal policy development on relevant issues through cross-functional engagement with internal subject matter experts.
Understand the company’s business goals and priorities; and work closely with colleagues throughout corporate affairs to advance shared goals.
Engage and demonstrate leadership with trade associations and/or coalitions in which the company participates; maintain strong working relationships with key influencers.
Serve as a resource to business colleagues on emerging legislative and political issues of importance to the company
Provide political and strategic legislative expertise on activities critical to achieving corporate objectives and serving on various internal work groups.
Participate in the management of the federal political action committee and the grassroots political program
Represent the company at political events for key Members of Congress and campaign committees.
Develop, track, and execute AZPAC’s annual candidate support budget.