Sr. AD, Public Policy

Boehringer Ingelheim; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 196,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim in Ridgefield, CT is seeking a Sr. AD, Public Policy to drive the company's public policy agenda.

You will shape strategies to improve patient access, affordability, and medical innovation, across federal and state governments and key agencies. You will collaborate with the PGA team, develop policy positions, analyze policy developments, and engage external stakeholders to support corporate objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
• Graduate degree preferred.
• A minimum of seven (7) years combined experience in government affairs in private industry, government, or a consultant firm in pharmaceuticals/health care is required
• Experience working on cross-functional teams addressing public policy issues
• Experience with projects supporting business objectives
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical industry and related public policy issues is required
• Requires advanced knowledge of state and federal government affairs and public policy, including policy analysis and government relations
• Experience analyzing health care proposals, identifying key provisions, and assessing impact on pharmaceutical industry is desired

Responsibilities

• Identify, build, and execute a variety of strategies and tactics to advance Boehringer’s therapeutic area goals across federal and state governments as well as key Agencies (e.g., CMS, HHS, CMMI)
• Represent the Public & Government Affairs (PGA) team on select therapeutic area extended brand teams and other cross‑functional teams (payer, healthcare professional, patient) to align strategies with corporate objectives
• Monitor, analyze, and interpret legislative and regulatory policy developments relevant to Boehringer’s therapeutic areas
• Collaborate with internal brand teams and other business partners to develop key therapeutic area materials (e.g., policy briefs, toolkits, talking points, and other advocacy materials) for state and federal colleague utilization; and coordinate and complete the internal approval processes
• Develop Boehringer policy positions on key pharmaceutical and related public policy topics. Monitor, evaluate, and prioritize legislative and regulatory proposals relevant to these topics. Identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities; conduct impact assessments; and recommend strategic actions
• Represent Boehringer in industry trade associations, coalitions, and working groups to advance priority issues. Build and sustain effective relationships with external stakeholders to strengthen the company’s advocacy efforts

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Public policy analysis

Government affairs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree

Job description

The Sr. AD, Public Policy will advance Boehringer Ingelheim’s public policy agenda to improve patient access, enhance affordability, and support medical innovation. Create and execute public policy strategies to advance proprietary Boehringer business objectives related to our therapeutic areas. Provide expert analysis of government policy developments, assess potential impact on Boehringer therapeutic areas, identify opportunities, and mitigate risks.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies´ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim´s high regard for our employees.

Description

The Sr. AD, Public Policy will advance Boehringer Ingelheim’s public policy agenda to improve patient access, enhance affordability, and support medical innovation. Create and execute public policy strategies to advance proprietary Boehringer business objectives related to our therapeutic areas. Provide expert analysis of government policy developments, assess potential impact on Boehringer therapeutic areas, identify opportunities, and mitigate risks.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies´ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim´s high regard for our employees.

Compensation Data

The base salary range for this position is $196,000 to $294,000. The position may be eligible for a role-specific discretionary bonus, relocation assistance, and/or other compensation elements. We continuously review market data and may adjust salary ranges as needed in the future. Actual compensation will be based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings opportunities, paid time off, paid holidays, disability and life insurance benefits, and other company-sponsored benefits.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Identify, build, and execute a variety of strategies and tactics to advance Boehringer’s therapeutic area goals across federal and state governments as well as key Agencies (e.g., CMS, HHS, CMMI)
• Represent the Public & Government Affairs (PGA) team on select therapeutic area extended brand teams and other cross‑functional teams (payer, healthcare professional, patient) to align strategies with corporate objectives
• Monitor, analyze, and interpret legislative and regulatory policy developments relevant to Boehringer’s therapeutic areas
• Collaborate with internal brand teams and other business partners to develop key therapeutic area materials (e.g., policy briefs, toolkits, talking points, and other advocacy materials) for state and federal colleague utilization; and coordinate and complete the internal approval processes
• Develop Boehringer policy positions on key pharmaceutical and related public policy topics. Monitor, evaluate, and prioritize legislative and regulatory proposals relevant to these topics. Identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities; conduct impact assessments; and recommend strategic actions
• Represent Boehringer in industry trade associations, coalitions, and working groups to advance priority issues. Build and sustain effective relationships with external stakeholders to strengthen the company’s advocacy efforts

Requirements

• Bachelor´s degree from an accredited institution required
• Graduate degree preferred
• A minimum of seven (7) years combined experience in government affairs in private industry, government, or a consultant firm in pharmaceuticals/health care is required
• Experience working on cross‑functional teams addressing public policy issues
• Experience with projects supporting business objectives
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical industry and related public policy issues is required
• Requires advanced knowledge of state and federal government affairs and public policy, including policy analysis and government relations

Desired Experience, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience analyzing health care proposals, identifying key provisions, and assessing impact on pharmaceutical industry is desired

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long‑term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.