Director, Government Affairs

Join a Legacy of Innovation 125 Years and Counting!

Daiichi Sankyo Group is dedicated to the creation and supply of innovative pharmaceutical therapies to improve standards of care and address diversified, unmet medical needs of people globally by leveraging our world-class science and technology. With more than 125 years of scientific expertise and a presence in more than 20 countries, Daiichi Sankyo and its 18,000 employees around the world draw upon a rich legacy of innovation and a robust pipeline of promising new medicines to help people. In addition to a strong portfolio of medicines for cardiovascular diseases, under the Group’s 2025 Vision to become a “Global Pharma Innovator with Competitive Advantage in Oncology,” Daiichi Sankyo is primarily focused on providing novel therapies in oncology, as well as other research areas centered around rare diseases and immune disorders.  

Summary

With the Head of Government Affairs & Public Policy, this position will help lead Daiichi Sankyo's engagement with the federal government to ensure patient access to our current portfolio and robust pipeline of medicines. This position will identify key issues in federal legislation and regulation that could impact the company and patients. Informed by collaboration across functions, lead efforts to develop strategies to mitigate risks and harms while also proactively pursuing opportunities to bring our medicines to the patients who need them.

Responsibilities

- With the Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy, develop and lead Daiichi Sankyo’s federal legislative and regulatory engagement and strategy, with a focus on priority issues. Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments with potential impact Daiichi Sankyo’s business and patient access to medicines. Identify risks and opportunities and develop strategy for engagement on Daiichi Sankyo’s priority issues, collaborating with internal subject matter experts and aligning with leadership and Government Affairs Public Policy team.
- Maintain and develop relationships with Members of Congress, their staff, and relevant Committee staff, and with external stakeholders, to promote DSI’s legislative and policy priorities and reputation. Flexible work schedule, including availability in the mornings and evenings and occasional weekend events.
- Engage with trade and other membership organizations on priority issues, tracking developments and working to shape industry’s broader positioning to reflect Daiichi Sankyo’s business needs. Supports PhRMA Board Member, as needed.
- Lead engagement with consultants to ensure their work advances Daiichi Sankyo’s priorities and brings sustained value to the organization.
- Educate internal stakeholders and business leaders, in the U.S. and globally, on emerging trends and existing risks and opportunities at the federal level, while also seeking their input and feedback to inform government affairs strategy and engagement. Contributes to internal and external advocacy and educational materials and provides support to leadership in external engagement.
- Support Government Affairs Public Policy team in other areas, as needed, to move Daiichi Sankyo goals forward.

Qualifications: Successful candidates will be able to meet the qualifications below with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Education Qualifications (from an accredited college or university)

- Bachelor's Degree required
- Master's Degree preferred
- JD preferred

Experience Qualifications
- 10 or More Years Legislative, executive branch, government affairs, and/or pharmaceutical industry experience required
- Experience with the federal legislative process, including knowledge of committee procedures, protocols, and ethics rules and regulations required
- Demonstrated relationships in Congress and with key external stakeholders required
- Solid political judgment and strategic thinker with ability to identify potential risks and opportunities for DSI interests required
- Experience engaging with PhRMA and/or other life science trade organizations preferred
- Strong understanding of the biopharmaceutical industry and related political environment preferred

Travel: Ability to travel up to 20% Travel for conferences and business meetings as necessary; candidate must be located in the Washington D.C. area.

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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