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Position: Lead, Global Policy & International Government Affairs, India, Turkey & the Middle East

Location: Washington, D.C., additional locations in Market

Position Summary

The Lead Global Policy & International Government Affairs, India, Turkey & the Middle East will partner and engage on behalf of the Global Policy & International Government Affairs team by directing policy strategy, research, partnerships and managing consultants. This role will provide leadership with the local and global teams on policy and government affairs strategy, engagement, including executive travel to the market. They will guide prioritization and provide thought leadership at trade associations, as well as ensure alignment with BMS strategy by shaping policy principles and proposals including support for future product launches and support greater executive leadership in India, Turkey & the Middle East activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership and affiliate teams and General Managers in India, Turkey & the Middle East to develop effective government affairs strategies to shape key policy issues in support of BMS’ business needs and priority objectives.
• Drive cross functional collaboration on India, Turkey & the Middle East with other members of the GPIGA team and with global colleagues in Corporate Affairs, Commercialization, Market Access, Medical Affairs, R&D, BD, Legal and Regulatory.
• Engage with officials from India, Turkey & the Middle East, U.S. government officials, and with their representatives bilaterally and through platforms provided by trade associations, including PhRMA and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, in support of BMS objectives and in close collaboration with other members of the GPIGA team based in Washington DC, Brussels, and New Jersey.
• Monitor relevant developments in the global policy landscape and inform key internal stakeholders; work with them to assess the impact on BMS and develop action plans where needed.
• Develop dedicated global policy & international government affairs initiatives and support the rollout of global policy initiatives to support BMS therapy areas and advance BMS policy objectives across India, Turkey & the Middle East.
• Support BMS’ leadership in the external environment to enhance BMS external engagement, including effective engagement of BMS executives by providing high-quality briefings ahead of industry meetings.
• Ensure BMS is appropriately represented in industry associations and engage in relevant industry working groups to proactively shape their agenda and positions in line with BMS strategic goals, including in PhRMA and local trade associations in priority markets.
• Work with local affiliate teams in key markets to design and implement market shaping campaigns for BMS brands and pipeline innovation in the fields of cardiovascular health, immunology, oncology or hematology.
• Develop and manage relationships with relevant public affairs agencies and other partners.
• Work in close collaboration with functional leads across BMS to support affiliate teams in the development of cross-functional annual strategic plans.
• Knowledge and experience of India, Turkey & the Middle East a plus.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 8-10 years of public policy and/or government affairs experience.
• Advanced degree from an accredited college or university in a related field such as, political science, law, science, economics or public health administration.
• Significant lobbying experience in a multinational company environment, with excellent reputation and recognition by industry peers, policymakers, and other policy influencers.
• Experience providing strategic guidance and work with affiliate teams and General Managers to develop effective government affairs strategies to shape key policy issues in support of BMS’ business needs.
• Strong track record of policy shaping and public affairs campaigns (experience in healthcare preferred but not required).
• Understanding of biopharmaceutical industry issues preferred.
• Active network with government officials and with their representatives bilaterally and through platforms provided by trade associations, including PhRMA and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
• Good knowledge of relevant developments in the policy landscape in health and trade policy in India, Turkey & the Middle East.
• Proven ability to engage with government stakeholders and third-party organizations and build solid trusting stakeholder relationships. Having an extensive contact network in the region will be a plus.
• Experience developing dedicated global policy & international government affairs initiatives and support the rollout of global policy initiatives of relevance to support BMS therapy areas and advance BMS policy objectives.
• Ability to work in close collaboration with functional leads across BMS to support affiliate teams in the development of cross-functional annual strategic plans.
• Familiarity with collaborating with colleagues across multiple internal functions, including in Corporate Affairs, Market Access, Regulatory Affairs, Commercial, Strategy & Operations, Legal etc.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Self-starter who excels in a fast-paced environment, able to flexibly adjust depending on evolving needs.
• Highly organized, strong attention to detail and proven track record of completing projects and meet deadlines.
• Possesses a high level of integrity, maturity, and sound judgement.
• Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time, including travel internationally.

The primary location for this role will be in Washington, D.C. with additional locations in market.

The starting compensation for this job is a range from $182,000 – $228,000 plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).

The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and the geographic location where work is performed.

Final, individual compensation is decided commensurate with demonstrated experience.

For more on benefits, please visit our BMS Careers Site. Eligibility for specific benefits listed therein may vary based on job and location.

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