Senior Director, Healthcare Law

Larson Maddox; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 198,000 - 242,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious legal firm is seeking a Senior Director of Healthcare Law to provide expert legal guidance on complex state law issues affecting the pharmaceutical industry. Responsibilities include advising on PDABs, monitoring legislative developments, and collaborating with internal teams. Candidates should possess a J.D., a minimum of 3 years of legal experience, and exceptional analytical and communication skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of $220,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of legal experience, preferably in health law, administrative law, or pharmaceutical regulation.
• Deep understanding of state legislative and regulatory processes.
• Experience advising on PDABs, insurance mandates, and pharmaceutical policy issues strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal counsel on state-level PDABs and insurance benefit mandates.
• Monitor and analyze legislative proposals affecting the pharmaceutical industry.
• Develop and execute legal strategies for advocacy efforts.

Skills

Legal experience in health law

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Senior Director, Healthcare Law – Life Sciences Legal Recruitment

Our client is a prestigious Life Sciences Organization committed to advancing public health through innovation, advocacy, and collaboration. The company works at the intersection of science, policy, and law to shape a healthcare environment that supports innovation and affordability.

Position Summary

The team is seeking a senior director to provide legal guidance on complex state law issues affecting the pharmaceutical industry. This role will focus on advising internal teams and member companies on matters related to:

• Prescription Drug Affordability Boards (PDABs)
• Health insurance benefit mandates and coverage requirements
• Administrative law and regulatory compliance
• State and local legislative and regulatory developments impacting the pharmaceutical sector

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal counsel on state-level PDABs, insurance benefit mandates, and administrative law issues.
• Monitor, analyze, and interpret state and local legislative and regulatory proposals affecting the pharmaceutical industry.
• Develop and execute legal strategies to support advocacy efforts at the state and local levels.
• Collaborate with government affairs, policy, and member company teams to assess legal risks and opportunities.
• Draft legal memoranda, position papers, and regulatory comments.
• Represent the association in meetings with policymakers, regulators, and external stakeholders.
• Support litigation and administrative proceedings as needed.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership.
• Minimum of 3 years of legal experience, preferably in health law, administrative law, or pharmaceutical regulation.
• Deep understanding of state legislative and regulatory processes.
• Experience advising on PDABs, insurance mandates, and pharmaceutical policy issues strongly preferred.
• Exceptional analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, policy‑driven environment.

Senior Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Pay Range

$220,000 – $220,000 per year

Contact

Direct message the job poster from Larson Maddox.