Disability Solutions
Senior Manager Government Affairs
Disability Solutions, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Do you want to join a team where the mission is meaningful, the challenges are complex, and you can directly see the results of your hard work? Lundbeck is a global biopharmaceutical company focusing exclusively on brain health. With more than 70 years of experience in neuroscience, we are committed to improving the lives of people with neurological and psychiatric diseases. Lundbeck employees are inspired and driven by our purpose to advance brain health and transform lives. Join us on our journey of growth!
SUMMARY
The Senior Manager, Government Affairs will drive Lundbeck's advocacy strategy through direct lobbying of federal policymakers in collaboration with patient and professional organizations and drive Lundbeck's Political Action Committee strategy and manage its day‑to‑day operations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Drive strategic advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C. that advance Lundbeck's business objectives and the patients we serve. Build and maintain key policymaker relationships on Capitol Hill with a focus on the Illinois, Washington, and California delegations, leaders in neuroscience, epilepsy, or rare diseases. Build and maintain collaborative relationships with key patient advocacy and professional associations related to prioritized policy issues. Proactively advocate the company's priorities and objectives with leaders at prioritized organizations with direct one‑on‑one meetings and ongoing contact, and identify opportunities for collaboration. Actively engage in trade association‑led strategic policy advocacy, as it aligns to Lundbeck priorities. Collaborate with Patient Advocacy Medical Affairs and Market Access colleagues to ensure alignment on key priorities. Manage Lundbeck's Political Action Committee (LUPAC):
Develop and drive membership development goals and programs for LUPAC; collaborate with Government Affairs leadership regarding strategies and objectives; lead implementation to expand LUPAC enrollment and revenue. Manage LUPAC financial reporting and other compliance obligations directly and through LUPAC's third‑party vendor, including receipts, disbursements, budget and record‑keeping; manage quarterly meetings of LUPAC's Board of Directors. Represent Lundbeck at congressional fundraisers which may require attendance at early morning, evening and weekend events.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Accredited bachelor’s degree 5+ years progressive healthcare experience and/or experience working with healthcare policies Established Congressional relationships and a track record of advocacy driving public policies through engagement with key stakeholders including policymakers, patient and provider organizations Strong collaborator with the ability to multi‑task and work independently and with limited oversight in a dynamic organization; able to work well as a member of an integrated team and build key relationships within the company, with policymakers and advocacy organizations Ability to provide strategic and operational guidance on complex issues and manage projects independently within deadlines Strong written and oral communications skills PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Pharmaceutical industry experience PAC management and compliance Experience writing and preparing executive briefing documents and preparing executives for external speaking engagements Third‑party consultant management Ability to effectively navigate and leverage trade association relationships TRAVEL
Willingness/ability to travel up to 10% domestically. International travel may be required. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The range displayed is a national range, and if selected for this role, may vary based on various factors such as the candidate's geographical location, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Salary Pay Range: $155,000 - $180,000 and eligibility for a 15% bonus target based on company and individual performance, and eligibility to participate in the company’s long‑term incentive plan. Benefits for this position include flexible paid time off (PTO), health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, and company match 401(k). Additional benefits information can be found on our career site. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis. WHY LUNDBECK
Lundbeck offers a robust and comprehensive benefits package to help employees live well and protect their health, family, and everyday life. Information regarding our benefit offering can be found on the U.S. career site. Lundbeck is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to disabled veterans and other individuals with disabilities during our employment application process. If, because of a disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit the U.S. career site. EEO STATEMENT
Lundbeck is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law, rule, or regulation. Lundbeck participates in E‑Verify. ABOUT LUNDBECK
At Lundbeck, our most important contribution is easing the burden of the millions of people living with brain disorders. Whether it is migraine, depression, or other brain disorders, patients, their carers, and society as a whole depend on us. Through cutting‑edge science and strong partnerships, we develop and market some of the world’s leading treatments, expanding into neuro‑specialty and neuro‑rare from our strong legacy within psychiatry and neurology. The brain health challenge is real. Our commitment is real. Our impact is real.
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The Senior Manager, Government Affairs will drive Lundbeck's advocacy strategy through direct lobbying of federal policymakers in collaboration with patient and professional organizations and drive Lundbeck's Political Action Committee strategy and manage its day‑to‑day operations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Drive strategic advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C. that advance Lundbeck's business objectives and the patients we serve. Build and maintain key policymaker relationships on Capitol Hill with a focus on the Illinois, Washington, and California delegations, leaders in neuroscience, epilepsy, or rare diseases. Build and maintain collaborative relationships with key patient advocacy and professional associations related to prioritized policy issues. Proactively advocate the company's priorities and objectives with leaders at prioritized organizations with direct one‑on‑one meetings and ongoing contact, and identify opportunities for collaboration. Actively engage in trade association‑led strategic policy advocacy, as it aligns to Lundbeck priorities. Collaborate with Patient Advocacy Medical Affairs and Market Access colleagues to ensure alignment on key priorities. Manage Lundbeck's Political Action Committee (LUPAC):
Develop and drive membership development goals and programs for LUPAC; collaborate with Government Affairs leadership regarding strategies and objectives; lead implementation to expand LUPAC enrollment and revenue. Manage LUPAC financial reporting and other compliance obligations directly and through LUPAC's third‑party vendor, including receipts, disbursements, budget and record‑keeping; manage quarterly meetings of LUPAC's Board of Directors. Represent Lundbeck at congressional fundraisers which may require attendance at early morning, evening and weekend events.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Accredited bachelor’s degree 5+ years progressive healthcare experience and/or experience working with healthcare policies Established Congressional relationships and a track record of advocacy driving public policies through engagement with key stakeholders including policymakers, patient and provider organizations Strong collaborator with the ability to multi‑task and work independently and with limited oversight in a dynamic organization; able to work well as a member of an integrated team and build key relationships within the company, with policymakers and advocacy organizations Ability to provide strategic and operational guidance on complex issues and manage projects independently within deadlines Strong written and oral communications skills PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Pharmaceutical industry experience PAC management and compliance Experience writing and preparing executive briefing documents and preparing executives for external speaking engagements Third‑party consultant management Ability to effectively navigate and leverage trade association relationships TRAVEL
Willingness/ability to travel up to 10% domestically. International travel may be required. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The range displayed is a national range, and if selected for this role, may vary based on various factors such as the candidate's geographical location, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Salary Pay Range: $155,000 - $180,000 and eligibility for a 15% bonus target based on company and individual performance, and eligibility to participate in the company’s long‑term incentive plan. Benefits for this position include flexible paid time off (PTO), health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, and company match 401(k). Additional benefits information can be found on our career site. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis. WHY LUNDBECK
Lundbeck offers a robust and comprehensive benefits package to help employees live well and protect their health, family, and everyday life. Information regarding our benefit offering can be found on the U.S. career site. Lundbeck is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to disabled veterans and other individuals with disabilities during our employment application process. If, because of a disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit the U.S. career site. EEO STATEMENT
Lundbeck is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law, rule, or regulation. Lundbeck participates in E‑Verify. ABOUT LUNDBECK
At Lundbeck, our most important contribution is easing the burden of the millions of people living with brain disorders. Whether it is migraine, depression, or other brain disorders, patients, their carers, and society as a whole depend on us. Through cutting‑edge science and strong partnerships, we develop and market some of the world’s leading treatments, expanding into neuro‑specialty and neuro‑rare from our strong legacy within psychiatry and neurology. The brain health challenge is real. Our commitment is real. Our impact is real.
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