Government Affairs Manager

## What you will be doing

The **Government Affairs Manager** provides general and project support to the Government Affairs Team, manages the Premier Employee Political Action Committee (**PAC**), manages the Premier Government Affairs Network (**GAN**), assists in preparing and organizing advocacy and member‑facing communications, and serves as a junior bipartisan, non‑partisan lobbyist.

### Responsibilities include

• Management of the Premier Employee Political Action Committee (PAC) including:
o Ensuring legal, ethical and financial compliance with all Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA), Ethics Committee and Federal Election Commission (FEC) requirements.
o Preparing and filing all LD‑2, LD‑203, FEC and other related reporting requirements.
o Developing and coordinating company‑wide PAC communications to internal audiences (e.g., PAC solicitations, PAC updates, PAC annual reports).
o Developing a strategic plan to expand employee participation in the PAC.
o Maintaining relationships with Congressional fundraisers.
o Managing the Premier Employee PAC Advisory Committee; coordinating meetings and briefings, developing meeting agendas, maintaining PAC legal documentation, and managing the Premier Employee PAC webpage.

• Management of the Premier Government Affairs Network (GAN) including:
o Maintaining the roster of GAN members, including onboarding new members.
o Developing agendas and supporting materials for GAN meetings.
o Supporting live, in‑person GAN meetings twice a year by working with Premier’s Conference Services Team.

• Support of the Government Affairs Team including:
o Managing customer relationship management programs (e.g., Quorum, PAC Master, Salesforce) to support engagement and outreach strategies.
o Responding to routine inquiries from external or internal sources with standard correspondence or messaging.
o Preparing correspondence and presentations, tracking federal healthcare policy trends, and writing advocacy communications as assigned.
o Managing the process for virtual events and webinars.

• Serve as a registered bipartisan, non‑partisan lobbyist to help advance Premier’s advocacy agenda.

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## Additional Qualifications

• Proven organizational and time‑management skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Exceptional verbal and written skills, with the ability to perform with tact, integrity and professionalism while interacting with all levels of management, peers and internal/external stakeholders.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Knowledge of file management and administrative processes.
• Ability to exercise independence and discretion.
• Experience managing and reporting on multiple projects.

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## Key Responsibilities

### Responsibility #1 – 50%
Operate as an integral part of the Government Affairs Team supporting advocacy and policy‑related projects.

• Track legislation and work with legislative staff on issues.
• Prepare reports and presentations; respond to correspondence.
• Prepare and edit correspondence, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Provide assistance with tools specific to the business line.
• Plan and manage in‑person and virtual events.
• Prepare meeting logistics including room setup, catering, and coordination with conference services for registration pages, virtual links, event content and communications.
• Coordinate and work on special projects, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Work as a team member, providing backup support and contributing to group goals.
• Provide onboarding support for new GAN members.
• Perform administrative duties related to the business line.

### Responsibility #2 – 50%
Manage the Premier Employee Political Action Committee (PAC)

• Develop the strategic plan to expand PAC participation, including contribution allocation, campaign outreach and development of a congressional champions list.
• Manage PAC preparation and briefing materials.
• Manage financial/legal aspects of the PAC; ensure contributions and distributions comply with FEC laws and checks are distributed to candidates.
• Write content for and maintain the PAC website.
• Conduct outreach and planning for fundraising targets.
• Manage writing and distribution of bi‑annual PAC reports.
• Advance Premier’s advocacy agenda with lawmakers.

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## Required Qualifications

### Work Experience
2 or more years of applicable experience

### Education
High School Diploma or GED (Required)

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## Preferred Qualifications

### Skills
Project management
Financial operations
Office operations

### Experience
Experience managing a corporate PAC
Experience leading cross‑functional projects and managing internal/external relationships
Familiarity with and interest in the U.S. political system

### Education
Bachelor’s degree

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## Additional Job Requirements

• Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods
• Adapt quickly and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Operate computer programs and software
• Communicate effectively in person and electronically
• Daily contact with co‑workers and/or the public
• Make independent decisions
• Work collaboratively in close quarters with peers and frequent interruptions

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## Working Conditions
Air‑conditioned office space

## Travel Requirements
1–20% within the U.S.

## Physical Demands
Sedentary work: exerting up to 10 pounds occasionally; negligible force frequently or constantly. Remaining stationary most of the time.

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## Compensation

Premier’s internal salary range for this role is **$62,000 – $93,000**.
Final salary depends on market factors including departmental budgets, internal equity, education, unique skills/experience and geographic location.

Qualified full‑time and part‑time employees also receive:

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement program
• Paid time off
• Participation in Premier’s employee incentive plans
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

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## Premier at a Glance

• World’s Most Ethical Companies, Ethisphere (2008–2026)
• U.S. News & World Report: Best Companies to Work For (2023–2025)
• Forbes: America’s Best Management Consulting Firms (2024–2025)
• Modern Healthcare Best in Business Awards: Consultants – Healthcare Management
• Cigna Workforce Designation Gold Level Recipient (2016, 2017, 2019–2023, 2025)

For a full list of awards, visit the Awards and Recognition section on Premier’s website.

Employees receive:
• Perks and discounts
• Access to on‑site and online exercise classes

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Premier seeks smart, agile individuals ready to transform the healthcare industry. Here you’ll find critical thinkers empowered to make an impact, colleagues eager to learn and improve, and teammates committed to improving the nation’s health.

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## Equal Opportunity Statement

Premier is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, domestic violence victim status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Premier complies with federal contractor regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities.

Premier provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For assistance, contact:
**[email protected]** or **704.357.0022**.

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