Achieve deep understanding of, and serve as a subject matter expert on, assigned policy areas and the potential impact to NNI’s business
Assigned policy areas may include, but are not limited to: Medicare, Medicaid, Drug Price-Setting Policy, Importation, Reimbursement, IP, Tax, Trade, Transparency, Adherence, Affordabilit, FDA Policy
Understand and evaluate potential business impact of policy proposals by coordinating and gathering insights from other departments (MA, Comm’l BUs, Medical, Regulatory, Legal, etc)
Develop NNI’s policy positions, in line with Enterprise Strategy
Clearly communicate with federal agencies on NNI’s positions
Educate and enable broader Market Access and Public Affairs Teams, and other NNI colleagues, on policy positions
Build and maintain strategic networks of relationships internally (locally and globally)
Coordinate and communicate proactively with internal stakeholders to effectively collaborate and inform
Lead internal collaborative teams on specific policy initiatives identified by NNI Executive Team
Advocate for NNI priorities with industry trade associations

Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred
10+ years of policy development, advocacy, government affairs or other relevant experience required
Pharmaceutical/healthcare industry experience and knowledge of NNI’s therapeutic areas and marketplace strongly preferred
Strong executive presence and communication/presentation skills that engage senior leaders among internal and external audiences
Strong writing skills and ability to convey complex topics for an executive audience
Ability to convey passion and generate excitement and enthusiasm about Novo Nordisk
Demonstrated career progression with increasing roles of responsibility
Proven track record of effective strategic planning, execution and follow up
Previous experience working in a matrixed organizational structure

Medical, dental and vision coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) savings plan
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement program
Voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance
Sick time policy
Flexible vacation policy
Parental leave policy

Associate Public Affairs Policy Director

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