Senior Manager, State and Local Government Relations (Western US)

Philips • Denver, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, State and Local Government Relations manages Philips’ state and local government affairs efforts across 25 states in the western United States, the central plains, and part of the Midwest. The role deepens relationships with state and local lawmakers, works on legislation and regulation that affect Philips, and leads engagement with internal and external stakeholders. The position may be based in Denver, Austin, Phoenix, Minneapolis, Seattle, or Sacramento and requires at least 25% travel across the Western US. It is an office role, with office-based teams working in person at least three days per week.

The Senior Manager leads legislative and regulatory advocacy, supports state government business development, represents Philips in trade associations and other state-level organizations, and helps Philips businesses understand and respond to state policy. The role also supports Philips facilities on government matters, strengthens Philips’ relationships and reputation with policymakers, and assists with the company’s Employee Political Action Committee.

Philips is a health technology company focused on helping people access quality healthcare. The role requires US work authorization; sponsorship is not available. Candidates must reside in or within commuting distance of one of the listed locations. Company relocation benefits are not provided.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in state government affairs, public policy, or state lawmaking.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in law, economics, political science, public administration, or equivalent.
• Business acumen and ability to connect business issues and competitive or profit drivers to public policy, advance Philips’ business interests and reputation, and protect against potential threats.
• Excellent written and oral communication and message-development skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, highest integrity, and ability to thrive in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to meet the position’s minimum physical, cognitive, and environmental requirements, with or without accommodation.
• US work authorization; candidates requiring work-visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.
• Residence in or within commuting distance of Denver, Austin, Phoenix, Minneapolis, Seattle, or Sacramento.
• Ability to travel at least 25% across the Western US.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in healthcare or medical technology policy.

Responsibilities

• Manage state legislative goals and serve as Philips’ direct lobbyist on state legislation and regulation affecting Philips.
• Lead legislative efforts, manage in-state consultants, meet with relevant policymakers, work with trade associations, draft written legislative materials, build coalition partners, and use other advocacy strategies.
• Support state government business development goals, including efforts to open new markets and identify revenue opportunities for Philips’ state and local government business.
• Coordinate with Philips businesses and the government sales organization to advance business development goals.
• Represent Philips in industry trade associations, state and local chambers, and state lawmaker groups, including the National Conference of State Legislatures and Conference of State Governments.
• Support policy development and work with Philips businesses to understand the impact of state legislation and regulation.
• Help develop policy ideas that support Philips.
• Help Philips facilities navigate state and local government policies, including economic development and permitting matters.
• Build Philips’ brand with state and local policymakers.
• Support Philips Employee Political Action Committee efforts by advising on PAC contribution disbursements and helping with employee PAC fundraising.
• Help Philips businesses understand how state governments are seeking to regulate healthcare and technology.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) with up to 7% company match.
• Health savings account with company contribution.
• Stock purchase plan.
• Education reimbursement.
• A comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program.
• An annual incentive bonus, sales commission, or long-term incentives may be offered, as applicable.

What This Job Offers

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