Lead Director, Government Affairs

CVS Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 144,000 - 289,000; Full time

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a Lead Director for Government Affairs who will enhance the company's Congressional relationships and advocate for its long-term objectives. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in lobbying, a strong understanding of legislative processes, and a proactive approach in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Employee stock purchase plan

Wellness programs

Flexible work schedules

Qualifications

• 10 years of professional work experience.
• 5+ years of Congressional/lobbying experience.
• 2+ years in the Federal Government.

Responsibilities

• Developing CVS Health’s Congressional relationships.
• Building the company’s reputation through advocacy strategies.
• Partnering with internal policy teams to maximize resources.

Skills

Advocacy

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Relevant Experience

Job description

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At CVS Health, we’re building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.

As the nation’s leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues – caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.

Position Summary

The Lead Director of Federal Government Affairs will play a key role in developing CVS Health’s Congressional relationships and building the company’s reputation and enhancing long-term objectives through complex advocacy and campaign strategies. S/he will have a deep understanding of the legislative and regulatory processes, and strong relationships with Members of Congress. A successful candidate will have a track record of working collaboratively in a team environment, the ability to nimbly respond in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple issues and priorities. S/he will partner closely with the internal policy teams to align priorities and efforts and maximize resources, in addition to coordinating with cross-company business teams to educate policy makers about key company initiatives.

The successful candidate will have the ability to develop and lead legislative advocacy strategies to support the company’s advocacy/reputation agenda. S/he is responsible for identifying, and developing relationships with key Members of Congress. The candidate will need to work collaboratively and be a self-starter who can think strategically to problem-solve. S/he communicates effectively and comfortably with senior executives and high-level government officials, while demonstrating a high degree of professionalism.

Required Qualifications

• 10 years of professional work experience.
• 5+ years of Congressional/lobbying experience.
• 2+ years of experience in the Federal Government (Legislative Branch experience is required).
• 2+ years of experience devising multifaceted issue campaigns and advancing advocacy strategies to a positive conclusion on behalf of an organization or member of Congress.
  
  

Education

Bachelor's Degree Required Or Equivalent Years Of Relevant Experience.

Pay Range

The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is

$144,200.00 - $288,400.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great Benefits For Great People

We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

• Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
• No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
• Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
  
  

For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefits

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 07/31/2025

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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