The Executive Director (ED), Government Affairs & Trade Association Engagement, will serve in a key leadership role on the U.S. Policy & Government Affairs team, coordinating, directing, and advancing BMS’ external industry engagement to position the company as a leader in biopharmaceutical policy.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in public policy, political science, law, business, or related field preferred.
- 15+ years of experience in government affairs, health policy, trade association leadership, or executive advisory roles.
- Management experience preferred.
- Demonstrated experience navigating complex governance or external engagement environments.
- Broad and deep knowledge of structure and governance of major U.S. biopharmaceutical trade associations.
- Strong understanding of U.S. and global health policy and its interaction with business strategy.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to synthesize complex information into executive ready insights.
- Strong judgment, discretion, and comfort operating in politically sensitive, high stakes settings.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across a matrixed organization.
- Detail-oriented with sound judgement.
Benefits
- Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
- Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
- Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
- Paid Time Off
- US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays)
- Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
