About this opportunity
National Multiple Sclerosis Society lists this Legal Operations Leader (Remote) opportunity in remote, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
To fulfill this mission, the Society funds cutting-edge research, drives change through advocacy, facilitates professional education, collaborates with MS organizations around the world, and provides programs and services designed to help people with MS and their families move their lives forward. We partner with volunteers to accomplish our work. The AVP, Government Affairs (Government Affairs Lead) is responsible for leading the implementation of the Societys federal advocacy strategy and advancing legislative and regulatory priorities through direct engagement with policymakers, regulators, and key stakeholders. This role serves as the primary liaison to federal government entities and works in close partnership with Policy, Healthcare Access, and Mission leadership to execute coordinated advocacy efforts.
This position focuses on external engagement, relationship management, and advocacy execution, in close partnership with the advocacy and healthcare access leadership team and Mission leadership. Further, the Lead also contributes to the achievement of the Societys four strategic pillars by aligning work, decisions, and partnerships with enterprise priorities and actively collaborating across teams to advance mission outcomes.
Remote - Flexible Location
~Work is primarily performed remotely, however, when possible and necessary, teams meet in person to conduct the business of the organization and build team relationships.
Paid Holidays
~401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match
~ Medical
Dental
Flex Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Disability Coverage
Spring Health Membership offering free therapy and professional coaching, as well as additional voluntary benefit offerings.
Implement and advance federal government affairs strategies aligned with the Societys policy priorities, access principles, and strategic goals.
Identify opportunities to advance legislative and regulatory priorities.
Support grassroots and grass-tops engagement and strategies to amplify the voices of people with lived experience.
Advocate for policy implementation that supports patient access and organizational priorities.
Coordinate responses to federal rulemaking in partnership with the Policy team.
Relationship Management & External Representation (20%)
Build and manage relationships with advocacy partners, trade associations, and coalitions.
Represent the organization at conferences, policy forums, and stakeholder convenings.
Partner closely with the VP, Policy to translate policy positions into actionable advocacy strategies.
Support executive leadership with briefing materials, talking points, and meeting preparation.
Facilitate information sharing across federal and state advocacy teams regarding legislative and regulatory developments.
Contribute to planning and execution of major advocacy initiatives, including the Public Policy Conference and MS Activist engagement activities.
Lead the Federal Advocacy Team, providing strategic direction, coaching, and prioritization to maximize policy influence and resource allocation.
Partner across the advocacy and healthcare access leadership team and across mission, marketing and communications and development to translate complex policy issues into accessible messages for diverse audiences, leveraging traditional and digital media, personal stories, and advocacy content to drive impact.
Attend/actively engage in training, professional development, conferences, and staff meetings.
Collaborate across mission and contribute to the integrated mission operations plan, including working with regional Programs & Support team members to identify emerging issues.
Komodo) information systems including Salesforce or other Society CRMs.
Maintain knowledge of MS, current treatments, disease and symptom management.
Implement and follow National MS Society risk management policies and procedures.
8–12 years of experience in federal government affairs, lobbying, congressional relations, or public policy advocacy.
~ Strong understanding of federal legislative and regulatory processes.
~ Experience building coalitions and managing stakeholder relationships.
~ Ability to translate complex policy issues into effective advocacy strategies and communications.
Advanced degree (MPP, MPH, JD, or related field).
We’re committed to supporting the growth of every employee through a structured and transparent approach to
career development
. Each role is thoughtfully placed within one of these pathways (Leadership or Partner) to help you understand how it fits into our broader organization and your potential career journey.
The National MS Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We need you and your unique talents and perspectives to help us write the last chapter on MS.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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with your application, please feel free to attach it along with your
resume
, and any other documents required, to the
Resume/CV document upload section
at the bottom of the
My Experience
page. We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to receiving your application!
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