Executive Director, Federal Policy and Government Relations - U.S. Senate

MSD • Columbia, SC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Executive Director, Federal Policy and Government Relations - U.S. Senate is responsible for advancing federal policy priorities before the U.S. Senate, with a particular focus on Republican members. This role is part of a collaborative team that works closely with internal and external stakeholders to build and sustain relationships across key constituencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in U.S. public policy or advocacy, preferably within the healthcare sector.
• Strong knowledge of the congressional process required; private-sector and Capitol Hill experience strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of U.S. healthcare public policy processes, including the roles and influence of key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to identify strategic priorities and work effectively within a matrixed organization to achieve policy objectives.
• Experience managing external consultants.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams and organizations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Advocacy Communications
• Advocacy Communications
• Coalition Management
• Communication
• Communication Coordination
• Communication Delivery
• Engagement Strategies
• Government Relations
• Healthcare Policies
• Healthcare Service
• International Government Relations
• International Trade Policy
• Legislative Relations
• Multilateral Organizations
• Oral Communications
• Policy Advocacy
• Policy Development
• Political Forums
• Private Sector Development
• Public Health Policies
• Public Policies
• Public Speaking
• Regulatory Awareness
• Stakeholder Buy-In
• Stakeholder Engagement

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain strong, effective relationships with legislators, congressional staff, and external partners.
• Leverage experience and established relationships with congressional leadership and key committees to advance policy priorities.
• Work cross-functionally with colleagues to drive legislative priorities, emphasizing strategic engagement, continuous improvement, and innovative stakeholder outreach.
• Develop a strong understanding of our company's mission, product pipeline, and therapeutic areas.
• Support internal communications and employee education related to government relations and advocacy efforts.
• Manage external consultants and represent our company in coalitions and other external organizations.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
• retirement benefits, including 401(k)
• paid holidays
• vacation
• compassionate and sick days

What This Job Offers

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