Associate Director, Federal Government Affairs

Role: Associate Director, Federal Government Affairs at Takeda, responsible for shaping advocacy strategies to influence federal legislation, policy, and regulatory activities relevant to biopharma. Responsibilities include developing and implementing strategies to engage Congress, the White House, and agencies; building and maintaining stakeholder networks; supporting lobbying and advocacy efforts; monitoring legislative opportunities; and representing Takeda in industry groups. The role requires collaborating with internal teams like Public Policy & Reimbursement and external stakeholders to align strategic activities and mitigate risks. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree; 7+ years in advocacy or policy, with proven relationship-building, strategic thinking, and policy influence skills. Strong writing, project management, and cross-cultural collaboration abilities are essential. Travel up to 15% within the US; minimal international travel. High-value specifics include Washington, D.C. location, hybrid work setup, and focus on biopharma policy impacting commercial, clinical, and operational practices. Experience with stakeholder engagement in pharma policy, legislative monitoring, and advocacy within a regulated environment are key.