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Thornton Tomasetti lists this Senior Director, Federal Government Affairs opportunity in eatonville, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Opportunity
The Senior Director, Federal Government Affairs will advance and protect Abbott’s interests with Congress, federal agencies, and key trade and business associations. This leader will drive public policy strategy across all Abbott businesses, analyzing legislative and regulatory developments and shaping the company’s positions on critical issues. The role is responsible for developing and executing advocacy strategies to influence federal policies, legislation, and regulations, with a particular focus on healthcare policy and the evolving role of technology in healthcare delivery and innovation. The successful candidate will proactively monitor emerging policy trends, assess potential business impacts, and develop strategic plans that effectively address issues affecting Abbott’s diverse portfolio. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor, helping to shape policy outcomes that support innovation, patient access, and business objectives.
Location: Washington, D.C.
What You’ll Work On
Review and analyze legislative and executive branch activities to assess the level of impact on the company
Develop strategic plans and recommendations to influence legislative and agency actions, and proactively identify opportunities for Abbott in the policy-making arena
Develop and successfully implement action plans by working with relevant stakeholders, including business and corporate personnel, outside allies, coalitions and trade associations
Advance and protect Abbott interests and reputation with key stakeholders by maintaining and developing relationships with policymakers and opinion leaders
Brief and staff Abbott senior leadership during Washington D.C. policy- related meetings or visits by elected officials to Abbott facilities
Experience You’ll Bring
Required Qualifications
University or bachelor’s degree required
Minimum 10 years’ experience in positions of increasing responsibility and experience in the public sector or government affairs is required
Demonstrated success in influencing the development of policy, and knowledge of the political process, is required
Proven ability to work well with key policymakers, major association policy teams, and executives
Established track record of policy development, negotiations, professional writing and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects under deadline pressure
Strong understanding of the intent of legislation or proposed policies/regulation and the ability to assess the extent to which such legislation or regulations support or conflict with Abbott’s positions or interests
Strong ability to communicate, synthesize key government issues, develop strategy and persuade constituencies towards specific actions and initiatives
Proven ability to drive for results, motivate and positively influence individuals both inside and outside of the organization
Recognized team player who seeks to become an integral part of an industry-leading government affairs group
Demonstrated evidence of strong organizational skills, adept at managing complex array of projects/issues
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in political science, public policy, public health, or MBA/JD is a plus
Knowledge of medical devices/diagnostics/nutrition areas of health care preferred
The base pay for this position is $171,300.00 – $342,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY: Government Affairs/ Investor Relations
DIVISION: GA Government Affairs
LOCATION: United States > Washington : 1801 Pennsylvania Ave N.W.
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS
WORK SHIFT: Standard
TRAVEL: No
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: EEO is the Law link - Espanol:
Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.
The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings.
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Worksite address
eatonville, WA, 98328, US
Who can apply
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