Associate/Sr. Associate, Government Affairs

Role Summary

Associate/Sr. Associate, Government Affairs – Vanda is seeking a professional to interact with local, state, and federal legislative bodies and government agencies to represent and protect the organization’s business plans and interests.

Responsibilities

• Researches and monitors government activities that could affect the organization’s business and clients.
• Drafts and edits related correspondence.
• Coordinates and supports the logistics of meetings/engagements.
• Assists senior management and leadership with strategic planning for known and potential regulatory activities related to the business and industry.
• Builds and maintains professional relationships with members of federal, state, and local government entities and agencies.
• Collaborates with industry advocates to build areas of common interest.
• Introduces legislative and public policy changes that will support company operations.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Public Relations, or related field required.
• 2+ years of experience in advocacy or public policy required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated; ability to adapt within a dynamic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Strong government contacts at local, state, and federal levels are desirable but not required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to multitask, work independently, and set own priorities, while maintaining accuracy and attention to details.

Skills

• Verbal and written communication
• Relationship building with government entities
• Strategic planning
• Policy analysis
• Negotiation

Education

• See Qualifications for degree requirements.