Government Affairs Director jobs in Newton, MA

Government Affairs Director implements strategic plans and oversees engagement objectives to develop and maintain productive relations with all levels of government authorities that will support and enhance the businesses' goals. Manages teams that build relationships and liaise with government entities(federal, state, provincial, or local) that regulate or influence business activities. Being a Government Affairs Director performs ongoing monitoring and analysis of proposed legislation, emerging issues, and trends to determine the potential impact on the organization. Collaborates with industry groups and organizations with complementary objectives to achieve objectives. Additionally, Government Affairs Director creates communication vehicles and delivers messaging to inform and support business leaders. Requires a bachelor's degree in public policy, public administration, business or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. The Government Affairs Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Government Affairs Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director, Government Affairs (Central)
  • Ardelyx
  • Waltham, MA FULL_TIME
  • Ardelyx was founded with a mission to discover, develop and commercialize innovative, first-in-class medicines that meet significant unmet medical needs. Ardelyx has two commercial products approved in the United States, IBSRELA®(tenapanor) and XPHOZAH® (tenapanor), as well as early-stage pipeline candidates.    

    Purpose of the role:    
        
    Ardelyx is seeking a passionate individual who works with integrity and determination, to make a difference for patients. Reporting to the Vice President and Head of Global Patient Advocacy, the Director of Government Affairs will be responsible for leading and executing the Ardelyx government affairs strategy at the state and federal levels in close alignment with our gastrointestinal and renal business leaders.  This person will skillfully engage policymakers and advocacy groups to ensure public policies support the needs of patients and advance our company’s goals.    
        
    Position Responsibilites:    
    • Responsible for leading state government engagement across the Northeast region of the country with attention to the federal delegation, local government, and stakeholders in Massachusetts on key policy issues.
    • Develops and implements appropriate strategies and tactics to achieve the desired outcomes through a combination of direct lobbying and legislative coalition-building.
    • Managing a team of legislative and alliance development consultants to strategically deliver results in a compliant way.
    • Developing and executing strategies to ensure patients have access to our medicines in collaboration with Market Access and Marketing.
    • Collaborating with the Directors of Patient Advocacy to work with government stakeholders on patient awareness initiatives.
    • Working collaboratively with Marketing, Communications, Policy, and Medical Affairs teammates to ensure that efforts are aligned to meet company objectives and most effectively serve the needs of patients.
    • Working closely with the commercial organization on key issues of importance for patients and patient advocates, including pricing and access, patient support and patient assistance programs
    • Provide strategic input into the development and resource prioritization for the Company’s annual government affairs plan.
    • Identifying and pursuing additional opportunities to advance our company’s business objectives.
    Position Requirements:    
    • Minimum of 10 years current and relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry and 10  years prior experience in government affairs, patient advocacy, public health policy, communications, or related field(s);
    • Bachelor’s degree required. An advanced degree is highly desired;
    Preferred Qualifications:     
    • Demonstrated outstanding strategic planning, communication and presentation skills;
    • Ability to travel up to 35%;
    • Pharmaceutical sector and therapeutic area experience required;
    • A high level of energy and passion toward patients, science and public health
    • Working knowledge and appreciation of the complexities of the drug development process and regulatory requirements
    • Understanding of the patient and caregiver experience in IBS-C to include diagnosis, treatment, and treatment options preferred
    • Proven teamwork and collaboration skills, with a demonstrated ability to interact and influence all levels of business
    • Passion, dedication and commitment to patient centricity
    • A desire to work in the corporate culture of a highly innovative company aimed at redefining health and transforming lives with new medicines
    • Ardelyx currently maintains a policy requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in accordance with CDC guidelines. Newly hired employees must be fully vaccinated prior to their employment start date.  
    • Ardelyx is an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodations for those unable to be vaccinated who qualify for exemption in accordance with applicable law.
    Work Environment:    
        
    Corporate office based in Waltham, MA or Fremont, Ca position with regular travel to Ardelyx corporate offices.    

    The anticipated annualized base pay range for this full-time position is $193,725-$236,775.  Ardelyx utilizes industry data to ensure that our compensation is competitive and aligned with our industry peers.  Actual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, and internal equity.  The compensation package may also include an annual bonus target and equity awards, subject to eligibility and other requirements.     

    Ardelyx also offers a robust benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with generous employer match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, up to 12 weeks living organ and bone marrow leave, equity incentive plans, health plans (medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability, flexible time off, annual Winter Holiday shut down, and at least 11 paid holidays.     
         
    Ardelyx is an equal opportunity employer.    
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Director of Government Affairs
  • Sheriff's Dept Association
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • The Massachusetts Sheriffs Association (MSA) is actively seeking a visionary leader to fill the role of Director of Government Affairs. If you are passionate about reshaping the future of corrections,...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Government Affairs Officer
  • State Ethics Commission
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • The State Ethics Commission is an independent state agency that administers and civilly enforces the conflict of interest and financial disclosure laws. The Commission’s mission is to foster integrity...
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Finance Intern - Government Affairs
  • Aptiv
  • Boston, MA INTERN
  • Who we are: Aptiv is a global technology company that will usher in the next generation of active safety, autonomous and electric vehicles, and connectivity. We bring decades of experience in solving ...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Director of Accounting and Revenue
  • Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • About the Organization: The Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) is a state agency within the Executive Office of Economic Development and is responsible for protecting consumers...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Managing Director, Government Relations
  • Press Ganey Associates, LLC
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionLooking to level up your career by working with an ambitious global team? Want to play a key role in the success of a growing healthcare and technology company? Interested in engagi...
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Sr. Medical Director, Global Respiratory Vaccines and Antivirals, Scientific and Medical Affairs, Pipeline Assets, non-MD
  • Pfizer
  • Cambridge, MA
  • ROLE SUMMARY This position will assume a leadership and global role within the MDSCA Respiratory Vaccines and Antivirals...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. Medical Director, Global Respiratory Vaccines and Antivirals, Scientific and Medical Affairs, Pipeline Assets, MD
  • Pfizer
  • Cambridge, MA
  • ROLE SUMMARY This position will assume a leadership and global role within the MDSCA Respiratory Vaccines and Antivirals...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinical Project Lead - Pneumococcal Vaccines
  • GlaxoSmithKline
  • Cambridge, MA
  • Site Name: USA - Massachusetts - Cambridge, Belgium-Wavre, GSK House, Italy - Siena, Rockville Vaccines Posted Date: Mar...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant (Hybrid, Relocation Available)
  • Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research
  • Cambridge, MA
  • Job Description Job Description Classification: Exempt Job Family: Operations Reports to: Director of Strategic Communic...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Channel Sales Manager - US Sales Somerville, MA
  • RightHand Robotics, Inc.
  • Somerville, MA
  • **Channel Sales Manager - US** at RightHand Robotics Somerville, MA Were looking for a **Channel Manager** to join our S...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Expedited Specialist II: Remote
  • Careerbuilder
  • Somerville, MA
  • The Expedited SpecialistII will conduct reviewsof submittedhuman subject researchapplications in accordance with federal...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Development
  • Community Rowing Inc
  • Brighton, MA
  • Job Description Job Description Community Rowing is conducting a search for our next Director of Development. CRI is rec...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Vice President, Oncology Breast Therapeutic Area Medical Head, MD
  • Pfizer
  • Cambridge, MA
  • ROLE SUMMARY Today, Pfizer Oncology has an industry-leading portfolio of 25 approved innovative cancer medicines, includ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Newton is a suburban city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It is approximately 7 miles (11 km) west of downtown Boston and is bordered by Boston's Brighton and West Roxbury neighborhoods to the east and south, respectively, and by the suburb of Brookline to the east, the suburbs of Watertown and Waltham to the north, and Weston, Wellesley and Needham to the west. Rather than having a single city center, Newton resembles a patchwork of thirteen villages. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, the population of Newton was 85,146, making it the eleventh largest city in the state. Ne...
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