Director, Government Affairs - East

Empower Pharmacy; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Director of Government Affairs to lead its legislative strategy across the Eastern U.S. The role involves building relationships with policymakers and influencing regulatory outcomes. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in government affairs, preferably in healthcare, along with strong communication and relationship-building skills. This position offers significant impact in healthcare transformation and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Wellness perks

IV therapy

Compounded medications

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in government affairs or public policy.
• Demonstrated success in influencing state-level policy.
• Experience in healthcare or pharmacy industries required.

Responsibilities

• Lead government affairs strategy across Eastern U.S.
• Build relationships with state and local policymakers.
• Monitor legislative sessions and translate developments for stakeholders.

Skills

Government affairs experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, or related field

Master’s degree or JD preferred

Tools

Legislative monitoring systems

AI-powered tools

Job description

Location: Remote - (United States), United States

Posted: August 14, 2025

Job Type: FULL TIME

Req# 4920

Legal

Company Overview

Empower is a visionary healthcare company committed to providing quality, affordable medication to millions of patients across the nation. We hold the distinguished position of being the largest 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility in the country serving the functional medicine markets.

What sets us apart is our relentless focus on four core values: People, Quality, Service and Innovation. Our dedicated team of professionals collaboratively works to break new ground in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and quality control, providing a uniquely integrated approach to healthcare. Leveraging our vertical integration of the pharmaceutical supply chain, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to excellence, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medication accessibility and affordability.

You're not just starting a job; you're joining a mission. We believe in empowering our team to innovate, grow, and drive real change in the healthcare industry. If you're a forward-thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, transformative environment, Empower is the place for you. Here, you’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, expand your skill set, and contribute to projects that genuinely make a difference. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, and we offer a supportive and engaging workplace where your contributions are not just recognized but celebrated.

Let’s revolutionize healthcare, together. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.

Position Summary

The Director, Government Affairs – East is responsible for shaping Empower’s legislative and regulatory strategy across the Eastern United States, building trusted relationships with state and local policymakers to advance our mission of expanding access to high-quality, affordable medication. This role serves as Empower’s lead advocate and strategist in the region, ensuring that evolving state pharmacy laws, healthcare policies, and political dynamics are navigated with foresight and alignment. Through proactive engagement, strategic communication, and policy influence, this leader strengthens Empower’s voice across critical markets and accelerates our impact in healthcare transformation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads Empower’s state and local government affairs strategy across the Eastern U.S., identifying legislative and regulatory opportunities and risks impacting pharmacy operations, patient access, and business expansion.
• Establishes and nurtures strong relationships with elected officials, regulatory bodies, healthcare coalitions, and trade associations to influence policy outcomes that support Empower’s strategic objectives.
• Monitors legislative sessions, rulemaking activity, and enforcement trends across key states; translates developments into clear guidance for internal stakeholders and action plans for leadership.
• Partners with Legal, Regulatory Affairs, Compliance, and Market Development teams to align policy positions, regulatory responses, and advocacy strategy with business goals and operational realities.
• Represents Empower in regional coalitions, working groups, and advocacy forums, advancing positions on pharmacy practice, reimbursement, telehealth, and compounding regulation.
• Develops and delivers position statements, comment letters, executive briefings, and testimony that clearly communicate Empower’s perspective to state policymakers and health officials.
• Drives coordinated, data-informed outreach efforts across target states to support licensure initiatives, facility expansion, and the evolution of 503A and 503B pharmacy frameworks.
• Leverages artificial intelligence (AI) and policy-tracking platforms to forecast regional regulatory trends, evaluate legislative risk, and optimize engagement strategies.
• Collaborates with corporate communications and executive leadership to ensure consistent messaging and reputation management across public and governmental channels.

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated success influencing state-level policy, managing multi-state advocacy efforts, and navigating legislative and regulatory complexities in a highly regulated environment.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills with the ability to translate policy into business impact and drive alignment across internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in legislative monitoring systems, regulatory intelligence platforms, and AI-powered tools that enable timely, data-driven policy engagement.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check and demonstrate professional conduct in both public and digital settings, including a polished, apolitical, and policy-focused presence suitable for public engagement on behalf of Empower.

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Values

• People: Our people define who we are as a company, and we believe that understanding and addressing the needs of our team, clients, and community is fundamental to fostering a culture of support and growth.
• Quality: Quality stands at the core of our mission, reflecting our commitment to excellence in every medication we produce.
• Service: We are here to serve others. Every interaction with our patients, providers, employees and other stakeholders comes from a place of service.
• Innovation: By continuously exploring new methodologies and embracing technology, we ensure that every solution we offer is at the forefront of pharmaceutical care.

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory strategy, with a focus on healthcare, pharmacy, or life sciences industries.
• Requires a bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, health law, or a related field; master’s degree or Juris Doctor (JD) strongly preferred.
• Registration as a state lobbyist may be required depending on jurisdiction; Certificate in Legislative and Regulatory Affairs (CLRA) preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging AI in daily work to drive efficiency, solve problems, and enhance decision-making—adept at integrating AI-powered solutions into all workflows.

Employee Benefits, Health, and Wellness

We offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, well-being, and future, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching, wellness perks, IV therapy, and compounded medications. Learn more: https://careers.empowerpharmacy.com/benefits/ - Link Opens in New Tab