Senior Manager, Government Affairs & Policy Communications

Johnson & Johnson•Brunswick, OH

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Government Affairs & Policy (GA&P) Communications, will focus on advancing Johnson & Johnson’s policy priorities through external communications. The Senior Manager will report to the Director, Enterprise Strategic Response, and closely partner with GA&P leaders, including the Senior Vice President of Worldwide Government Affairs and Policy, the Senior Director of Government Affairs Global Strategy, Operations, and Communications, and other leaders across Johnson & Johnson. The Senior Manager will lead and assist in developing plans, implementing programs and working with media to ensure the Company’s positions are clearly understood by key stakeholders.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree is required.
A minimum of 8+ years of professional experience working in communications, public affairs or media relations reflecting a strong record of success.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with a proven ability to produce well-written and compelling documents on tight deadlines.
Strong relationship management skills and experience working with partners cross-functionally and globally.
Experience pitching and maintaining reporter relationships, particularly with politically focused and industry publications.
Expert on communications trends and opportunities for GA&P collaborators.
Proven record of counseling and advising senior management and business leaders.
Passion for media and consuming news, in all forms, through a variety of channels.
Takes initiative, anticipates next steps and sets high standards
Experience managing third-party agency relationships.

Nice To Haves

Brand Reputation Management
Communications Measurement
Content Creation
Corporate Communications Management
Corporate Communications Strategy
Corporate Management
Cultural Competence
External Communication
Innovation
Market Research
Media Relations
Organizing
Relationship Building
Social Awareness
Stakeholder Engagement
Strategic Thinking
Technical Credibility

Responsibilities

Build trusted relationships and collaborate across multi-functional teams to proactively advance GA&P priorities.
Prepare external communications strategies in response to policy and government inquiries.
Manage the development and production of a variety of communications materials, including statements, talking points, press releases and digital content.
Coordinate internal teams to align positions and messaging on emerging topics.
Monitor and assess external comms and media environment related to GA&P priorities.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key media outlets, particularly policy and political trades.
Manage agency relationships to support strategy development and execution.
Maintain understanding of industry standards and emerging trends.
Mentor colleagues and nurture an environment of continuous improvement.

Benefits

Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year (or 48/56 hours based on location)
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year