Associate/Sr. Associate, Government Affairs

# Description

## Position Description & Responsibilities

Vanda, a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of novel therapies to address high unmet medical needs and improve the lives of patients, is looking for a talented individual to interact with local, state, and federal legislative bodies and government agencies to represent and protect the organization’s business plans and interests.

## Key Areas of Responsibility Include

– **Government activity monitoring** — Researches and monitors government activities that could affect the organization’s business and clients.
– **Drafting correspondence** — Drafts and edits related correspondence.
– **Meeting logistics** — Coordinates and supports the logistics of meetings and engagements.
– **Regulatory strategic planning** — Assists senior management and leadership with strategic planning for known and potential regulatory activities related to the business and industry.
– **Government relationship building** — Builds and maintains professional relationships with members of federal, state, and local government entities and agencies.
– **Industry collaboration** — Collaborates with industry advocates to build areas of common interest.
– **Policy change introduction** — Introduces legislative and public policy changes that will support company operations.
– **Additional duties** — Performs other duties as required.

## Position Requirements

– **Education** — Undergraduate or graduate degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Public Relations, or related field required.
– **Experience** — 2+ years of experience in advocacy or public policy required.
– **Communication skills** — Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
– **Adaptability** — Self‑motivated; ability to adapt within a dynamic environment.
– **Interpersonal skills** — Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
– **Government contacts** — Strong government contacts at local, state, and federal levels are desirable but not required.
– **Analytical skills** — Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
– **Technical proficiency** — Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
– **Multitasking** — Ability to multitask, work independently, and set own priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
– **Essential functions** — Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation; reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would impose undue hardship.

## Compensation & Benefits

The total compensation package for this position will also include incentive compensation and benefits such as health insurance, unlimited paid time off, parental leave, a 401k matching program, and other benefits to its employees.

## Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you reside in a state or locality with enacted pay transparency laws, you are entitled to request and receive additional details regarding compensation and benefits. For assistance, please contact us at 202‑524‑8238 between 8:00 AM and 5:30 PM ET, Monday through Friday.

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# Qualifications

## Education

– **Bachelors or better**

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