Senior Director Government Affairs

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Senior Director, Federal Government Affairs

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. We create breakthrough products – in diagnostics, medical devices and nutrition – that help you, your family and your community lead healthier lives, full of unlimited possibilities. Today, over 114,000 of us are working to make a lasting impact on health in the more than 160 countries we serve.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

To support and advance Abbott’s interests before Congress, federal agencies, and trade/business associations. Responsible for public policy analysis and strategy formulation for all Abbott businesses. Candidate will develop Abbott positions and help lead Abbott’s efforts in influencing proposed policies, legislation, and regulations. This role will have a focus in health care policy and understand the role technology plays in health care.

A successful candidate will proactively assess trends, policies and emerging issues and develop and implement strategic plans to effectively address issues that impact all Abbott businesses.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and analyze legislative and executive branch/regulatory activities to assess the level of impact to the company.
• Develop strategic plans and recommendations to influence legislative and agency actions, and proactively identify opportunities for Abbott in the policy-making arena.
• Develop and successfully implement action plans by working with relevant stakeholders, including business and corporate personnel, outside allies, coalitions and trade associations.
• Advance and protect Abbott interests and reputation with key stakeholders by maintaining and developing relationships with opinion leaders and policymakers.
• Brief, and staff Abbott senior leadership during Washington D.C. policy-related meetings or visits by elected officials to Abbott facilities.
• Increase the business’s understanding of, and participation in, the policy-making and political process on behalf of Abbott.

EDUCATION:

• University or Bachelor’s degree required. A Master’s degree in political science, public policy, public health, or MBA/JD is a plus.

EXPERIENCE:

• Ten years minimum in positions of increasing responsibility and experience in the public sector government affairs is required.
• Involvement and success in influencing the development of policy, as well as knowledge of the political process, is required.
• Knowledge of medical device/diagnostic/nutrition areas of health care is a plus.

COMPETENCIES

• Proven ability to work well with key policy-makers, major association policy teams, and executives.
• Established track record of policy development, negotiations, professional writing and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects under deadline pressure.
• Strong skills in understanding the intent of legislation or proposed policies/guidelines/regulation and the ability to assess the extent to which such legislation or regulations support or conflict with Abbott’s positions or interests.
• Strong ability to communicate, synthesize key government issues, develop strategy and persuade constituencies towards specific actions and initiatives.
• Proven ability to drive for results, motivate and positively influence individuals both inside and outside of the organization.
• Recognized team player who seeks to become an integral part of an industry-leading government affairs group.
• Demonstrated evidence of strong organizational skills, adept at managing complex array of projects/issues.

This position:

• Reports directly to Senior Director, Federal Government Affairs
• Requires some domestic travel
• Location: Washington DC

The base pay for this position is $162,000.00 – $324,000.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Government Affairs/ Investor Relations

DIVISION:

GA Government Affairs

LOCATION:

United States > Washington : 1801 Pennsylvania Ave N.W.

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes, 10 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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