Director, Team Lead Government Affairs Federal

Novo Nordisk•Columbia, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Team Lead, Federal Affairs oversees Novo Nordisk’s Federal Lobbyist team and the company’s federal agenda, including strategic goals and resource recommendations related to the Novo Nordisk Political Action Committee (PAC), trade associations, consultants, and documentation and publication tools. The role plans, communicates, advocates, and executes a proactive government affairs strategy to advance the company’s enterprise strategy as it relates to federal legislation and policy. It works to inform and shape decisions by the U.S. Congress and Administration that may affect the company or patients, and is accountable for relationships with a substantial portion of Congress and political appointees. The role collaborates with internal partners on federal legislative, grassroots, and PAC goals; develops strategic lobbying plans; communicates the company’s positions directly to Congress; and maintains close collaboration with Policy and Alliance Development. It oversees timely and accurate compliance with lobbying-related reporting requirements for Novo Nordisk personnel. The position reports to the Vice President, Public Affairs, serves on the Public Affairs Leadership Team, and manages the Federal Lobbyist team. It is based in Novo Nordisk’s Washington, D.C. office and requires 20–30% overnight travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
12+ years of combined experience in federal government affairs, Capitol Hill, Administration, or a lobbying consulting firm required.
At least 6 years of direct Capitol Hill, Administration, or pharmaceutical federal government affairs experience required.
Demonstrated analytical skills to understand key components of legislation and potential effects on Novo Nordisk and the industry.
Advanced knowledge of federal government affairs and public policy, including policy analysis and government relations.
Strong planning, relationship-building, cross-functional teamwork, and leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to proactively develop strategies to advance policy priorities.
Demonstrated ability to develop and cultivate relationships with key associations, agencies, Congressional leaders, and political appointees.
Ability to deliver information effectively and explain, advocate, and negotiate positions and issues with a broad range of people.
Ability to work under tight deadlines with little or no supervision.
Demonstrated career progression with increasing responsibility.
Proven track record of effective strategic planning, execution, and follow-up.
Results-focused, with a prior track record of results.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to convey enthusiasm for the company’s public policy goals and generate excitement among internal and external audiences.
Ability to lead and develop people, including setting goals and accountability measures for reporting personnel.
Willingness to travel overnight 20–30% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.
At least 3 years of experience leading others or equivalent leadership through a matrix strongly preferred.
Pharmaceutical or healthcare industry experience and knowledge of diabetes, obesity, and their marketplaces preferred, but not required.
Previous experience working with relevant Congressional committees preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage proactive strategies to mitigate risks and identify opportunities or policy goals important to the company and its business and patient legislative goals.
Track federal legislation and regulation affecting Novo Nordisk’s businesses and work with the policy team to understand impacts and the company’s position.
Coordinate with the Alliance Development team on cross-functional projects involving outside organizations.
Ensure government officials, legislative committees, and other relevant parties are aware of Novo Nordisk’s positions on important public affairs issues.
Initiate and cultivate relationships with federal policymakers and their staffs on behalf of Novo Nordisk.
Help develop and prepare materials and resources to analyze proposals and arguments regarding company policy positions.
Develop and implement federal strategies to advance policy positions, working with the policy team and internal stakeholders to establish positions related to access to pipeline and marketed products and align recommendations with business and scientific objectives.
Participate in and often lead cross-functional work teams to support collaboration and progress toward legislative and regulatory objectives.
Develop strategies and lead opportunities to grow Novo Nordisk’s PAC and support growth of the company’s activities.
Build organizational alignment on key issues by informing and educating management and employees about external developments.
Develop and manage strategies with Federal Government Affairs consultants to mitigate risks and pursue opportunities arising from federal legislation.
Oversee the Federal Lobbyist team and manage the federal agenda, including PAC, trade association, consultant, and related resource priorities.
Oversee accurate and timely compliance with lobbying-related reporting requirements for company personnel.
Maintain collaboration with other Public Affairs teams, especially Policy and Alliance Development.
Ensure reporting personnel have individual development plans with annual goals, measurements, learning and aspiration plans, and interim reviews.
Manage the application and communication of Novo Nordisk policies, procedures, and Novo Nordisk Way.

Benefits

Company bonus based on individual and company performance.
Long-term incentive compensation and/or company vehicles, depending on position level or other company factors.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life insurance and disability insurance.
401(k) savings plan.
Flexible spending accounts.
Employee assistance program.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Voluntary benefits, including group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and auto/home insurance.
Time off under the sick time policy, flexible vacation policy, and parental leave policy.