Federal Government Affairs, U.S. External Affairs – Vice President

The Position
Federal Government Affairs, U.S. External Affairs – Vice President

Opportunity
We are seeking an accomplished government affairs executive with a proven record of creating and executing complex advocacy strategies to drive business results. The Vice President of Federal Government Affairs will play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the Genentech policy agenda and engagement strategies with federal policymakers, trade associations, and key stakeholders.

The position necessitates an experienced strategic leader and people manager that will influence cross-portfolio, field, and global teams and stakeholders. The role will lead a dedicated and talented team within the External Affairs organization within the Public Affairs and Access department, guiding efforts to enhance the market performance of our products and pipeline across each therapeutic brand.

The role must have a comprehensive understanding of the nuances of U.S. healthcare policy and advocacy environment, and its relationship to the geopolitical climate, with the goal of achieving significant policy and advocacy advancements for organizational-wide impact.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Develop and implement comprehensive federal advocacy campaigns to influence policy decisions and advance business objectives.

Drive and actively manage a diverse team of government affairs professionals, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals.

Act as a senior advisor to senior, global, and executive leadership on federal government affairs policies and strategies that have business-critical impact on the largest payor of GNE (government agencies and programs).

Policy Expertise
Provide advanced knowledge and insights on the biopharmaceutical business and policy environments.

Monitor and analyze federal legislative and regulatory developments affecting the biopharmaceutical industry.

Formulate and advocate for company positions on key policy issues.

Stakeholder Engagement
Lead, maintain, and grow strong relationships with federal policymakers, industry associations, and other key stakeholders.

Collaborate and lead with internal teams, including other EA policy and advocacy departments, Commercial, Legal, and Global, to ensure cohesive and compliant policy positions and advocacy efforts.

Lead strategist with External Affairs International as well as other affiliations within the Roche Group (FMI, Spark, DIA).

Communication
Serve as the principal executive for the company’s federal government affairs activities, communicating internally and externally on advocacy positions.

Communicate complex policy issues and advocacy strategies to senior executives, employees, and external stakeholders.

Develop and oversee the execution of effective communication plans.

Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree at a minimum; Master’s degree preferred

15+ years of experience leading comprehensive government affairs advocacy, legislative engagement strategies, and healthcare policy enactment

Proven experience as an accomplished government affairs executive with a track record of successful advocacy campaigns and strategies

Advanced knowledge of the biopharmaceutical business and policy environments

Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multifaceted teams and stakeholders effectively

Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Highly collaborative across the Commercial and Global Organization

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to navigate complex scenarios and environments

Key Competencies
Leadership: Possesses the ability to inspire and influence others toward shared goals. Accomplished manager who inspires and motivates the Federal Team.

Strategic Vision: Develops long-term plans to achieve success and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Articulates the vision to key Roche affiliates internally.

Relationship Building: Cultivates strong, collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders externally to express our strategic accountability in the healthcare ecosystem.

Policy Acumen: Demonstrates deep understanding of policy processes and frameworks relevant to the biopharmaceutical industry.

Communication: Articulates ideas and strategies clearly and persuasively to varied audiences.

Location
This role is based on our Washington D.C. Genentech Campus with an onsite presence required. Relocation assistance is not being provided.

Salary
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Washington D.C. is $290,480 – $381,255. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for benefits.

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company’s policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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