Overview Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking a Director for the Federal Advocacy team to support its advocacy efforts. The Director is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships and building support for PhRMA priorities, policies, and positions. They will primarily lobby members of the United States Congress, focusing on House Republicans and their staff regarding issues of importance to patients and the pharmaceutical industry. The Director will: Lobby House Republican members and their staff on potential/proposed legislation and the impact of such legislation on patients and the pharmaceutical industry. Coordinate with PhRMA colleagues and member company staff on policy positions and the development of legislative strategy related to PhRMA priorities. Anticipate, track, and analyze legislation relevant to industry priorities, involving PhRMA staff and member company representatives as needed. Represent the Federal Advocacy team at internal PhRMA meetings and collaborate across departments on policy, engagement strategy and messaging materials. Build and maintain relationships with Member company staff and other stakeholders. Manage consultants who provide services to the Federal Advocacy team. Perform other duties as assigned. Key Success Factors We are seeking a strong advocate for the pharmaceutical industry who is passionate about the healthcare challenges we face today. This Director role is highly visible and requires substantive engagement with members of Congress, member company representatives and all levels of PhRMA staff. Critical to this position is the ability to build relationships and support, communicate in a respectful and influential manner and work both independently and as a committed team player. The successful candidate will be a well-regarded, self-starter with a reputation for integrity and results. Professional Experience / Requirements Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree in Health Policy, Public Policy, Communications or related field preferred). Minimum of 6 years of combined legislature, White House, Government affairs consulting and/or pharmaceutical industry experience. Understanding of procedures, protocols of standing committees regarding witness, testimony, and Congressional activities, working knowledge of the Congressional process and ethics rules and regulations. Strong relationship-building skills, integrity, and reputation. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated collaborator and team player. Potential Salary $132,600 - $182,300 per annum. Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors. Who we are The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (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. Together, we are fighting for solutions to ensure patients can access and afford medicines that prevent, treat and cure disease. Over the last decade, PhRMA member companies have invested more than $850 billion in the search for new treatments and cures over the last decade, supporting nearly five million jobs in the United States.