Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy

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About Jazz Pharmaceuticals

Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc (NASDAQ: JAZZ) is a global biopharmaceutical company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases—often with limited or no therapeutic options.

We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines and novel product candidates, from early- to late-stage development, in neuroscience and oncology. We actively explore new options for patients, including novel compounds, small molecules, biologics, cannabinoid science, and innovative delivery technologies.

Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has employees around the globe, serving patients in nearly 75 countries.

For more information, please visit www.jazzpharma.com and follow @JazzPharma on Twitter.

Job Description

Overview

The Head of Global Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) will lead the Company’s GAPP team, serve as a trusted advisor to the organization, executive leadership, and the board, represent the Company externally as the lead government affairs employee, and drive Jazz Pharmaceuticals’ engagement and advocacy activity with relevant external stakeholders through a global team.

This leader will develop, plan, and execute an innovative and fit-for-purpose GAPP strategy that reflects the company’s business goals, strategy, and corporate priorities. This position will report to the Senior Vice President and Senior Associate General Counsel within the Legal and Corporate Affairs function and be a member of key global leadership forums.

Essential Functions

• Develop integrated government affairs and public policy strategies to support company business strategies across research, development, and global commercialization in key markets, including the U.S., Europe, and Japan.
• Coordinate with Jazz’s global leaders to define, develop, and implement global government affairs and public policy priorities aligned with the company’s objectives, regulatory environment, and enterprise risk framework.
• Monitor and analyze political, legislative, regulatory, and policy developments that could impact Jazz’s business, and develop cross-functional strategies and recommendations.
• Represent the company in meetings with government officials, industry groups, and other external stakeholders.
• Coordinate and manage the company’s participation in relevant industry associations and coalitions.
• Collaborate with Jazz’s business, legal, communications, and patient advocacy teams to develop and execute external affairs strategies that enhance the company’s reputation and policy objectives.
• Stay abreast of industry trends to serve as an integral strategic partner in developing “big picture” strategies for the organization.

Required/Preferred Education and Licenses

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Healthcare, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 15-plus years of progressive related experience in government affairs, public policy, or a related role within the pharmaceutical industry. Relevant federal or state governmental experience is strongly preferred.
• Extensive experience developing strategies, managing major initiatives, and delivering results within a complex matrix environment.
• Extensive people leadership experience in building, managing, and/or developing high-performing teams. Ability to build strong-identity teams that apply diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• Experience translating long-term objectives into actionable, operational goals.
• Experience collaborating with key resources and stakeholders, influencing decisions, and managing work to achieve strategic goals and shared objectives.
• High-level business acumen in business operations, industry practices, and emerging trends.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to multi-task, be flexible, and quickly pivot in a fast-moving/changing environment.
• Strategic, innovative, and independent thinker who is action-oriented and a driver of change.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to look ahead to future possibilities and translate them into breakthrough strategies.

Compensation and Benefits

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

For U.S.-based Candidates Only

Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

• Base Pay Range: $269,600.00 – $404,400.00
• Individual compensation within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, experience, job knowledge, and other pertinent factors.

In addition to base pay, successful candidates may be eligible for:

• Discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation in accordance with the Company’s Global Cash Bonus Plan or Incentive Compensation Plan.
• Discretionary equity grants in accordance with Jazz’s Long Term Equity Incentive Plan.
• Various benefits offerings, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation.

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