Director, Government Affairs

Role Summary

Director of Government Affairs to represent BridgeBio’s voice in federal policy discussions and decisions that impact drug development, innovation, and access to treatments. Responsible for crafting and executing federal engagement strategy, building relationships with key policymakers, and advising internal teams on policy issues to advance BridgeBio’s priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of BridgeBio‚Äôs federal government affairs strategy, representing the company before Congress, federal agencies, and relevant industry groups to advance BridgeBio‚Äôs policy priorities
• Develop and maintain strong relationships and engage with federal legislators, staff, and regulators to ensure BridgeBio can have a voice in important policy discussions and decisions that impact drug development, innovation, and access to treatments
• Monitor, forecast, and interpret emerging legislative and policy developments to anticipate potential impacts on BridgeBio‚Äôs business, pipeline, and patients, advising internal colleagues on proactive engagement strategies
• Partner with internal stakeholders (e.g., Regulatory Affairs, Commercial, Corporate Communications, Patient Advocacy, and affiliate teams) to integrate government affairs insights into business and pipeline planning for early-stage, late-stage, and product-launch efforts
• Prepare policy briefings, materials, and talking points to support company leadership and affiliate teams
• Contribute to the company‚Äôs Political Action Committee (PAC) strategy and engagement, ensuring alignment with policy goals

Where You'll Work

This is a hybrid role based in Washington, D.C., requiring weekly in-office collaboration and regular in-person engagement with policymakers.

Who You Are

• 6+ years of experience within Congress, a pharma/biotech policy advocacy organization, or government relations
• Bachelor‚Äôs degree or higher in public policy, law, political science, or related experience
• Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory processes and a track record of building and sustaining top-tier relationships with key federal policymakers
• Knowledge of the health care system and key policies relevant to the biopharmaceutical sector
• Established relationships within the U.S. Congress and federal officials
• Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• A natural collaborator and communicator who can translate complex policy issues into clear, actionable insights for internal teams
• A passion for celebrating science and helping patients

Education

• Bachelor‚Äôs degree or higher in public policy, law, political science, or related field