Associate Director, Federal Government Affairs

Associate Director, Federal Government Affairs

Apply for the Associate Director, Federal Government Affairs role at Bristol Myers Squibb.

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Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services, and programs that provide employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more at https : / / careers.bms.com / working-with-us.

Position Summary

The Associate Director, Federal Government Affairs is a critical, high‑impact role responsible for enhancing and executing Bristol Myers Squibb’s strategic engagement with key stakeholders on Capitol Hill. Serving as the nexus for internal policy expertise and external Congressional outreach, the Associate Director strategically positions BMS as a trusted educational resource and policy thought leader. This outward‑facing role focuses on strategic impact, not direct lobbying, and includes developing, managing, and executing educational programs, policy events, and targeted communications initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and assess Congressional and external forums (e.g., hearings, caucuses, think‑tank events) to position BMS messaging.
• Lead the design and execution of high‑impact educational events on Capitol Hill, including briefings, panels, and policy roundtables.
• Secure and staff opportunities for BMS experts and executives to speak at external forums, positioning BMS as the authoritative policy voice.
• Serve as the central hub for policy materials and intelligence to directly support and enable the Federal Affairs lobbying team.
• Act as the internal point of contact to gather, synthesize, and disseminate current data and messaging from internal teams and external trade groups.
• Quickly mobilize resources to capitalize on opportunities flagged by lobbyists, such as securing witness seats for key hearings or panels.
• Ensure timely, compelling information is consistently available to the entire team to support direct lobbying efforts and external engagement.
• Collaborate closely with Federal Government Affairs, Policy, and Alliance Development teams to ensure a unified approach to any Congressional engagements.

Qualifications & Experience

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Compensation Overview

Washington DC – US $182,070 – $220,626

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full‑time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Benefits

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, visit https : / / careers.bms.com / life-at-bms.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect and may include medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care; wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP); financial well‑being resources and a 401(k); financial protection benefits such as short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, and survivor support; work‑life programs including paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown Days between Christmas and New—Year’s holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility; parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave; family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility / infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources; other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

EEO and Accessibility

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations / adjustments, and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request reasonable accommodations / adjustments prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations / adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit https : / / careers.bms.com / eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

BMS cares about your well‑being and the well‑being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid‑19 and keep up to date with Covid‑19 boosters.

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit https : / / careers.bms.com / california-residents for important additional information.

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Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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