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Bristol Myers Squibb · 2 hours ago

Executive Director, Public Affairs

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$276K/yr - $335K/yr

15+ years exp

Bristol Myers Squibb is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming patients' lives through science. The Executive Director of Public Affairs will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive policy messaging strategies to elevate the company's public policy voice and support broader public policy goals.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine

Responsibilities

Develop, implement and execute comprehensive policy messaging strategy by translating the company's public policy positions into strategic and thought leading messaging and communication tools for maximum impact

Identify relevant/appropriate KOLs and create creative and targeted messaging

Leverage BMS story (long history and U.S. roots) to help expand BMS's external reach and voice

In collaboration with the ED for Global Policy Impact, develop large-scale external messaging and communications tools for the USPGA team; oversee development of materials, programing, campaigns, educational resources, and engagement plans with aligned messaging

Identify and develop thought leadership opportunities that advance the company's positions and public policy objectives

Create and refine standards and principles of engagement with external stakeholders

Ensure alignment of USPGA messaging with broader GPGA policy messaging, as well as corporate/business priorities

Advise USPGA and GPGA senior leadership on messaging strategy and reputation opportunities/risk

Manage team budget including outside consultants and other spend as appropriate

Lead team with a patient first mentality and strict adherence to the BMS corporate values

Serve as a member of the USPGA leadership team contributing to high-impact organization goals

Qualification

Policy communications experienceHealthcare system knowledgeBusinessPolitical acumenPublic affairs degreeMessaging strategy developmentNetworking skillsTeam managementInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsPresentation skills

Required

15+ years policy communications experience in biopharmaceutical or similar highly regulated U.S. industry

Strong executive presence and experience managing high-exposure opportunities

Solid business and political acumen, with a demonstrated ability to understand and translate business strategy, while understanding the external landscape and politics

Bachelor's degree in related fields such as public affairs, health care policy, political science, public administration, public policy, economics, or related field required

Superior written, verbal, editing and interpersonal communications skills and exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills

Proven ability to translate complex technical topics into understandable messages for internal and external audiences

Proven ability to work collaboratively, foster teamwork and drive performance; must demonstrate excellent networking and relationship-building skills and the ability to interact with confidence with various levels and functions

Candidate must possess excellent presentation, written, oral, communication skills and interpersonal skills, as well as proven management and leadership experience

Proven ability to manage complex budgets and balance strategic thinking with operational excellence

Ability to maintain good working relationships, internally and externally

Domestic travel may be required (up to 20%)

Role is based in Washington, DC

Preferred

Excellence in leading people with strong emotional intelligence and a focus on people development are preferred; flexible team member with positive attitude, energy and ability to prioritize projects

Benefits

Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.

Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

Paid Time Off

US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)

Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays

Additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.