Government Relations Director Sr.

1 day ago


Austin, Texas, United States Elevance Health Full time
Job Summary:

The Government Relations Director Senior will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to advocate enterprise and large state specific legislative and regulatory positions in the most complex legislative and/or regulatory environments. This role will direct and oversee the resolution of most highly complex, varied and sensitive political issues within the region, and may have federal or multi-state responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develops and implements strategies to advocate enterprise and state specific legislative and regulatory positions to support business goals and objectives.
  • Establishes and implements proactive strategies to bring new products or extensions of current products to market.
  • Monitors market databases and product review to analyze opportunities.
  • Represents the enterprise and its specific businesses in advocacy efforts.
  • Establishes and maintains strong relationships with legislators, regulators, other policymakers and their staff that will support membership growth.
  • Develops strategies for utilizing PAC and/or corporate political contributions.
  • Partners with SBUs and CEEs to inform and support business planning processes and proactively raise and address issues of concern.
  • Makes internal and external written and oral presentations on behalf of the company.
  • Develops coalitions and target grassroots capabilities.
  • Manages budgets and issues of importance to the enterprise and contracted lobbying staff and may act as a team lead.
  • Serves as a leader in trade associations and other advocacy organizations to influence their positions, tactics, and strategies to support enterprise goals.

Requirements:

  • Requires a BA/BS in a related field; 10 years of legislative, regulatory, political, public affairs or industry experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Preferred Skills:

  • MS preferred

About Elevance Health:

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve. We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few. Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must reside within 50 miles or 1-hour commute each way of a relevant Elevance Health location. The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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