Senior Director - US Public Policy

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At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

Organization Overview

At Lilly, we serve an extraordinary purpose. We make a difference for people around the globe by discovering, developing and delivering medicines that help them live longer, healthier, more active lives. Not only do we deliver breakthrough medications, but you also can count on us to develop creative solutions to support communities through philanthropy and volunteerism.

The policy associate consultant is part of a team addressing public policy strategy, research, and engagement across multiple topics. The department’s scope of issues includes biopharmaceutical pricing, reimbursement, and access, biosimilars, real world evidence policy, the value of medicines, pharmaceuticals in the environment, and other topics critical to maintaining access for innovative medicines in the U.S.

Position Overview

As a leader with a focus on federal and state policy issues pertaining to Lilly’s new and emerging technologies, you will report to the Head of US Policy and oversee the development and execution of campaigns that enable Lilly to meet its policy goals and mitigate threats before they materialize. You will be action-oriented and outcomes-focused, with a primary responsibility to not just monitor and analyze the external environment, but identify strategies for Lilly to achieve its policy goals. You will demonstrate strong independent leadership by proactively engaging with Government Affairs and business colleagues on emerging threats and communicating implications and recommendations to Lilly Legal and Senior Leadership. This position requires a strong understanding of federal and state policy issues, including new and emerging technologies and therapeutic areas to Lilly, such as gene therapy, precision medicine, new modalities in cancer care, and new platforms for preventive health. The role also requires a high degree of critical thinking and internal engagement to drive business growth while maintaining compliance with local laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Policy Development and Strategic Thinking: Demonstrate a strong understanding of the business implications of changes in the legislative and regulatory environment to develop industry-leading policy capabilities.
• Independent judgment to decide Lilly’s policy positions on emerging threats, with focus on policy issues affecting Lilly’s new and emerging portfolio.
• Drive outcomes by leveraging tools, resources, analytics, and partnerships to develop and achieve Lilly’s policy goals.
• Develop recommendations with U.S. policy leadership in response to emerging issues (e.g., gene therapy, precision medicine, new modalities in cancer care, preventive health).
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a go-to subject matter expert on federal and state policy matters and convey risks and implications to partners and external stakeholders.
• Identify and neutralize threats through strong partnerships with Government Affairs, Lilly Legal, and Lilly Value & Access teams.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to translate policy risks and opportunities into strategic plans to advance policy goals.
• Oversee the development of tracking tools and provide timely reports on regulatory and legislative developments in the states.
• Thought Leadership: Oversee policy research, position papers, fact sheets, and presentations for internal and external audiences to advance policy priorities.
• Shape trade association policy agendas via working groups or meetings aligned with Lilly priorities.

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or Bachelor’s with 10+ years experience) in public policy, public health, public administration, economics, or related field.
• Five+ years (with Master’s) or 10+ years (with Bachelor’s) of work experience in health care public policy and/or applied policy environment.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide sponsorship for work authorization/visas for this role.

Additional Skills/Preferences

• J.D. or Master’s Degree in Public Policy, Health Policy, or related field
• Strong understanding of policy issues related to specialty and targeted treatments (e.g., gene therapies, RNA-based technologies), cancer care, precision medicine and diagnostics, preventive health, and U.S. health care systems
• Ability to analyze policy proposals and craft arguments aligned with the company position
• Strong collaboration, relationship-building, and influencing skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Excellent oral presentation skills and ability to convey complex information clearly
• Strong writing, critical thinking, and attention to detail

Additional Information

• Some domestic travel may be required (approximately 10%).

Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and provides accommodations for applicants upon request. EEO Employer. Lilly reserves the right to amend compensation and benefits programs at its discretion.

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