Manager – Public Affairs – Political Engagement

About the Department

Novo Nordisk’s Market Access and Public Affairs team engages diverse stakeholders across political and healthcare landscapes to forge solutions that drive patient access to innovative products.

We strive to deliver the best possible outcomes for patients with diabetes, obesity, growth hormone deficiencies, and rare bleeding disorders through mutual wins for both Novo Nordisk and our Market Access customers.

Our passion for helping people live better lives and our award-winning product pipeline can only be as effective as our ability to provide life-changing information to healthcare providers, key stakeholders, and policymakers.

Our Market Access and Public Affairs professionals ensure that the latest therapies and products reach the people who need them most by creating an environment where innovation and chronic disease management drive optimal health outcomes.

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The Position

Responsible for ensuring that the organization complies with all relevant political laws and regulations, including campaign finance laws, lobbying regulations, and ethics rules.

This role involves monitoring political activities, working with outside vendors on political compliance matters, and completing policies and procedures to mitigate internal and external compliance risks.

Leads the political contribution process for the Political Action Committee (PAC) and corporate political contributions, sponsorships, and memberships.

Works with the Manager of Political Affairs on daily operations of the PAC.

Relationships

Reports to the VP of Public Affairs.

Interacts with internal parties as appropriate and serves as the lead contact for all internal colleagues regarding political compliance.

Interacts with external parties, including consultants working for Novo Nordisk Inc. (NNI), law firms, vendors, and other entities.

Interacts with various internal teams, including legal, compliance, risk management, Accounts Payable, Public Affairs, and other departments.

This position will be based in the Washington, D.C. office.

Essential Functions

Work with the Manager of Public Affairs to ensure all internal and external compliance requirements are met, including but not limited to:

• Monitor and process all PAC contributions, corporate political contributions, memberships, and sponsorships.
• Work with internal and external vendors on lobbying activities and other political engagements.
• Ensure employees and relevant stakeholders understand compliance requirements.
• Update and implement political compliance policies, procedures, and tracking.
• Represent the organization in compliance-related discussions and meetings.
• Provide guidance to senior management and other departments on political compliance matters.
• Establish working relationships with internal legal and compliance departments.
• Serve as a point of contact for inquiries related to political compliance at NNI.
• Prepare and file all necessary compliance reports with help from outside vendors.
• Collaborate with the Manager of Public Affairs on PAC activities, contributions, and administrative duties.
• Ensure PAC compliance with state and federal laws.
• Work with Federal and State Government Affairs teams to manage and track contribution budgets.
• Ensure lobbying, filing, registration, and compliance needs are met.

Physical Requirements

10-20% overnight travel required.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree is required; an advanced degree is preferred.
• Relevant experience may be substituted for a degree when appropriate.
• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience in political compliance, the biopharmaceutical industry, or other relevant fields is preferred.
• At least three (3) years of experience with campaign finance laws, lobbying regulations, and ethics rules is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• An understanding of healthcare, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industry issues is preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint or other slide deck presentation tools.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with little or no supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Results-focused with a prior track record of success.

Compensation & Benefits

The base compensation range for this position is $155,000 to $175,000.

Base compensation is determined based on multiple factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance.

Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and/or company vehicles, depending on the position’s level and other factors.

Employees are eligible to participate in company benefits programs, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and auto/home insurance

The company also offers time off under its sick time policy, flexible vacation policy, and parental leave policy.

Commitment to Inclusion

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we recognize that it is no longer enough to aspire to be the best company in the world—we must strive to be the best company for the world.

We know that achieving this is only possible with talented employees who bring diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures.

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve, and the communities in which we operate.

Together, we’re life-changing.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Novo Nordisk is an equal-opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290.

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