Director of State Policy

2 weeks ago

Denver, Colorado, United States Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America Full time
Job Description

The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking a highly skilled Director of State Policy to join our State Advocacy team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and lead the policy-related strategy for key Western states, including Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across PhRMA, engage with stakeholders at over 30 member companies, and represent PhRMA at state legislative and regulatory hearings and other stakeholder meetings.
  • Apply expertise in relationship building and communication to inspire confidence and influence a broad range of constituents through effective presentation, testimony, and group facilitation.
  • Handle multiple complex issues simultaneously, prioritize effectively, think strategically regarding assigned policy areas, seek input from manager and colleagues as needed, and quickly adjust to the changing political environment.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in public policy, health policy, political science, science, or a related area.
  • 6+ years of progressive experience in state policy or within state government, legislature, regulatory, or executive branch (trade association and/or pharmaceutical industry experience preferred).
  • Prior experience analyzing health policy and developing policy-related action plans.
  • Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to inspire confidence and influence audiences through effective presentation, testimony, and group facilitation.
What We Offer
  • A highly competitive salary and bonus program.
  • Various opportunities for reward and recognition.
  • A platform of extensive benefits, including traditional and enhanced benefits such as parental leave, a well-being program, an on-site fitness facility, back-up care, health advocate service, an employee assistance program, and commuting benefits.
  • A robust 401k plan with employer contributions upon the first day of hire and immediate vesting.
  • A generous paid time off plan, ten paid holidays (plus inauguration day), half day Fridays preceding holidays, half day Fridays in the summer months, and a paid winter break.
About PhRMA

PhRMA represents the country's leading innovative biopharmaceutical research companies, which are laser focused on developing innovative medicines that transform lives and create a healthier world.

We are committed to the growth and development of our team members and offer many learning opportunities, including an integrated onboarding program, best-in-class leadership programming, tuition reimbursement, industry on-site and off-site training, and other management/professional development programs.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.

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