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Director, Enterprise Policy

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Washington, DC

Employer:	AstraZeneca
Job Type:	Full Time
Description
This is what you will do: The Director, US Enterprise policy will support the US commercial business with a focus on the Oncology and Biopharmaceuticals therapeutic areas, reporting to the Head of Public Health Policy. This position will play a critical role in advancing AstraZeneca's US policy priorities and executing strategic alignment and pull-through of proactive and reactive policy shaping opportunities including in the areas of: 1) US -foreign relations (i.e. Embassies and Consulates) and 2) American biopharma capacity onshoring and economic development through government partnerships. You will be responsible for: Develop and execute public policy positions and strategies to support the goals of the US business as a whole, Therapeutic Area priorities, and US Corporate Affairs Collaborate closely with members of the US & Global Government Affairs teams on government affairs priorities Lead the development and execution of internal and external programs to drive awareness around US public policy issues, ensuring alignment with AZ federal and government affairs leadership. Work with US Corporate Affairs, including Alliance Development, Government Partnerships and Government Affairs colleagues at the global, federal and state levels to support relationships with key stakeholder groups on policy issues Participate in trade association work groups to represent the company's interests Serve as AstraZeneca's representative to key business and bilateral organizations to advance our corporate sustainability, health equity and economic development goals. Demonstrate and maintain strong working relationships with key external stakeholders (including but not limited to: foreign Embassies in the United States, trade associations, think tanks, and third party allies Clearly and impactfully communicate AstraZeneca positions on assigned issues to federal agencies and other external stakeholders NOTE: This is a US-based position with limited or no travel overseas. You will need to have: Bachelor's Degree is required 7+ years of demonstrated success working in public policy arena and/or U.S. government and/or related background Expert knowledge of the transforming U.S. health system - finance and payment structures, benefit design, care delivery, patents, tax, trade workforce development, etc. Demonstrated leadership ability to identify and focus on strategic priorities. Ability to bring together different internal partners, and move an agenda forward to resolution and action. Consistent record in identifying policy trends affecting public health and advancing policy solutions. Strong oral and written communication skills to influence and effectively lead internal and external audiences to desired outcomes. Ability to manage numerous, competing priorities under pressure while effectively collaborating with internal partners Sound business judgment and integrity and an ability to build credible, effective working relationships both internally and externally Strong geopolitical acumen Ability to participate in work-related after hours events as needed-up to 30% of time. We would prefer for you to have: Experience working in a highly matrixed organization Experience working in the biopharmaceutical industry Experience working on Capitol Hill, at a Federal agency or at The White House; or experience working for an advocacy organization When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. At AstraZeneca, we're the globally distributed team that helps to make excellence and breakthroughs possible. Here, you can apply your skills and abilities to genuinely impact patients' lives. Join us at an exciting time of growth through innovation. Shape this journey by reimagining the way we work. Are you ready to inspire change? If you thrive with intellectually stimulating work where you can apply expertise and develop new skills, then this is the place for you. Be a trusted partner in a fast-growing organization and make an even bigger impact on patients. Apply now to join us on this exciting journey! AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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