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

Philips • Minneapolis, MN

1d • $150,000 - $268,000 • Hybrid

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 US, central plains, and part of the Midwest. The role is based in Denver, Minneapolis, Sacramento, Seattle, Phoenix, or Austin and requires at least 25% travel across the Western US. This is an office role; office-based teams work in person at least three days per week.

The position leads state legislative and regulatory advocacy, develops relationships with state and local policymakers, and coordinates internal and external stakeholders to advance Philips’ business and policy objectives. It also supports market development and revenue opportunities for Philips’ state and local government business, represents Philips in industry and government associations, helps facilities navigate government policies, and supports the Philips Employee Political Action Committee.

The successful candidate brings state government affairs, public policy, or state lawmaking experience, strong business acumen, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, integrity, and the ability to thrive in a challenging, fast-paced environment. A bachelor’s or master’s degree in law, economics, political science, public administration, or an equivalent field is required. Healthcare or medical technology policy experience is a plus. Candidates must have US work authorization without current or future visa sponsorship and reside in or within commuting distance of one of the listed cities. Relocation benefits are not provided.

The posted base salary ranges are $150,000–$240,000 in Denver, Austin, or Phoenix; $158,000–$252,000 in Minneapolis; and $168,000–$268,000 in Seattle or Sacramento. An annual incentive bonus, sales commission, or long-term incentives may also be offered. Benefits include generous PTO, a 401(k) with up to 7% match, an HSA with company contribution, a stock purchase plan, and education reimbursement.

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 and profit drivers with public policy, advance Philips’ business interests and reputation, and protect against potential threats.
• Excellent written and oral communication and message-development skills, with 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 job requirements, with or without accommodation.
• US work authorization; candidates requiring work-authorized 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

• Relevant experience in healthcare or medical technology policy.

Responsibilities

• Manage state legislative goals and serve as Philips’ direct lobbyist on state legislation and regulations affecting Philips.
• Lead legislative advocacy, including managing in-state consultants, meeting with policymakers, working with trade associations, drafting legislative materials, building coalitions, and using other advocacy strategies.
• Support state government business development by helping 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 goals.
• Represent Philips in industry trade associations, state and local chambers, and state lawmaker organizations such as the National Conference of State Legislatures and Conference of State Governments.
• Support policy development and work with Philips businesses to understand the effects 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 PAC efforts by advising on contribution disbursements and assisting with employee PAC fundraising.
• Help Philips businesses understand how state governments seek to regulate healthcare and technology.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) with up to 7% company match.
• Health savings account (HSA) with company contribution.
• Stock purchase plan.
• Education reimbursement.
• An annual incentive bonus, sales commission, or long-term incentives may be offered.

What This Job Offers

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