Regional Senior Director – State Advocacy

Overview

The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking a Regional Senior Director for the State Advocacy team to support its efforts to advance proactive, patient-centered policies across Florida, Arkansas, Alabama, and Oklahoma. The Regional Senior Director will develop and execute state-level legislative and regulatory strategies aligned with PhRMA’s priorities.

Reporting to a Vice President within State Advocacy, the individual will work in close collaboration with PhRMA colleagues and member companies to lead engagement with state policymakers and agencies, manage external consultants, and support PhRMA’s advocacy agenda within the assigned region.

The Regional Senior Director will:

Develop and implement state-level strategies to achieve legislative and regulatory goals in assigned states.

Lead PhRMA’s regional/state advocacy initiatives in collaboration with member companies and internal policy teams.

Manage regional government affairs consultants to ensure high-quality, timely execution of advocacy plans.

Review proposed legislation and regulations; develop and deliver policy positions, testimony, and advocacy materials.

Represent PhRMA at legislative hearings, public meetings, and state agency briefings.

Build and sustain relationships with key state officials, agency staff, and stakeholders aligned with PhRMA’s policy interests.

Maintain relationships with aligned trade associations, patient groups, business coalitions, and other allies.

Support the operational needs of a physical regional office, including vendor management and forecasting.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Professional Experience / Requirements

8+ years of experience in public policy, health policy, government affairs, or a related field.

Bachelor’s degree in government, law, public policy, or related field.

Deep understanding of the state legislative process, including committee structures and policymaker engagement.

Experience managing consultants and vendor contracts.

Expertise in health policy, public health, or pharmaceutical advocacy is highly valued.

Strong written and oral communication skills, including public speaking.

Ability and willingness to travel frequently within the assigned region.

Preferred Experience / Requirements

Master’s degree in political science, government relations, law, or public affairs.

Previous experience with a national trade association or pharmaceutical company.

Experience managing or participating in state-level political campaigns.

Familiarity with health insurance coverage, reimbursement, and/or biopharmaceutical policy issues.

Key Success Factors

PhRMA seeks a collaborative, proactive, and strategic professional who is passionate about access to medicines and advancing public health solutions at the state level. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal, advocacy, and political acumen, and bring an understanding of the state legislative and regulatory process. Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to communicate clearly in high-pressure environments are critical for success in this role.

Potential Salary

$169,300–237,100 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 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. 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.

Connect with PhRMA

For information on how innovative medicines save lives, please visit:

www.PhRMA.org

www.Innovation.org

www.MAT.org

www.Facebook.com/PhRMA

www.Twitter.com/PhRMA

What We Offer

In addition to a highly competitive salary and bonus program, various opportunities for reward and recognition, and a platform of extensive benefits, PhRMA is committed to the development and overall wellbeing of our team members.

We offer traditional benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, life, AD&D, LTD, STD, LTC) and enhanced benefits such as:

Parental leave

Well-being program

On-site fitness facility

Back-up care

Employee assistance program

Pre-tax commuting benefits

We also offer a robust 401(k) plan with employer contributions upon the first day of hire and immediate vesting, a generous paid time off plan, ten paid holidays (plus Inauguration Day), half-day Fridays preceding holidays, half-day Fridays in the summer months, and a paid winter break.

As an organization, we work together in the office Monday–Thursday and remotely on Fridays, with additional remote work in August.

We are committed to the growth and development of our team members and offer learning opportunities including:

Integrated onboarding program

Best-in-class leadership programming

Tuition reimbursement

Industry on-site and off-site training

Other management/professional development programs

Corporate social responsibility is also important to us at PhRMA. Our team members participate in community service activities, fundraising drives, and charitable athletic events.

We strive to create programs that help our team members manage the challenges of balancing a fast-paced career with personal goals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

PhRMA provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

The job description contains an overview of the activities and duties for this role. Responsibilities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time.

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