Global Policy Leader for Cardiometabolic

Merck & Co.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 191,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a Director of Global Public Policy to lead development and execution of policy strategies for cardiometabolic diseases.

The role requires coordinating with global franchise teams, regional policy groups, and the broader Strategic Access, Policy, and Communications team to advance priority policy solutions and corporate objectives. The successful candidate will shape the global plan for the cardiometabolic pipeline, respond to policy issues, and advocate for policy

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience addressing public policy issues.
• Strong knowledge of non-communicable diseases or cardiovascular/metabolic diseases.
• Experience with global policy space and governments/NGOs.

Responsibilities

• Identify strategic policy priorities within a matrix organization.
• Lead development and implementation of global public policy strategies.
• Manage budgets and consultants; collaborate across cross-functional and regional teams.

Skills

Public policy

Global policy

Leadership

Stakeholder analysis

Policy development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Merck & Co. is seeking a Director of Global Public Policy to lead development and execution of policy strategies for cardiometabolic diseases.

The role requires coordinating with global franchise teams, regional policy groups, and the broader Strategic Access, Policy, and Communications team to advance priority policy solutions and corporate objectives. The successful candidate will shape the global plan for the cardiometabolic pipeline, respond to policy issues, and advocate for policy