Associate Vice President – US Policy Campaigns

Eli Lilly and Company

. Report to the VP, Head of US Policy .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $271,500 - $398,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in advancing policy priorities through strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement, with a strong focus on developing comprehensive policy campaigns and narratives. Proven ability to navigate political and regulatory environments while building consensus among diverse stakeholders.

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Policy DevelopmentStakeholder EngagementStrategic PartnershipsPublic Affairs StrategyPolitical and Regulatory Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Policy Campaign ExecutionAnalytics DevelopmentPublic Support TacticsMulti-Stakeholder Coalition DevelopmentIntegrated Public Affairs Strategy Design

Soft Skills

Relationship-BuildingCollaborationStrategic ThinkingAttention to DetailOral Presentation Skills

Industry Keywords

Biopharmaceutical IndustryTrade AssociationGovernment AffairsStakeholder OrganizationPayer Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the VP, Head of US Policy
Advance policy priorities at federal and state levels
Oversee development and execution of comprehensive policy campaigns
Identify strategic partnerships supporting US policy campaigns
Harness stakeholder engagement to create momentum for policymaker action
Amplify key policy arguments and resources with external stakeholders
Coordinate with business unit and Government Affairs teams to advance preferred policy outcomes
Develop coordinated policy-shaping plans across enterprise-wide policy goals
Develop and deploy tools, resources, analytics, and strategic partnerships
Develop cohesive policy narratives addressing emerging policy threats
Develop tactics to create public support for policy change
Engage internal and external stakeholders to build consensus around strategic actions and advocacy initiatives
Lead and direct external consultants
Build support for the value of prescription drugs and efforts to rebuild public trust in science
Incorporate stakeholder feedback into strategic plans
Coordinate with business unit corporate affairs teams on policy objectives and policy-shaping efforts
Develop, influence, and direct multi-stakeholder coalitions
Leverage external relationships to identify emerging issues, regulatory and legislative trends, and political risks

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years experience with Master's degree in biopharmaceutical industry, trade association, government, stakeholder organization, academic think-tank, or payer organization preferred
Bachelor's degree with 10+ years experience as an alternative to a Master's degree
Demonstrated innovation and self-starter capability
Ability to create action through relationship-building and collaborative cross-functional work
Ability to handle multiple priorities in a dynamic and evolving environment
Excellent oral presentation skills and ability to present complex information accurately and concisely
Strong organization skills and meticulous attention to detail
In-depth knowledge of political and regulatory environments
Proven track record of relationship-building with industry associations and other stakeholders
Experience designing and delivering integrated public affairs strategies
Strong strategic thinking capabilities and ability to anticipate and respond to emerging challenges and opportunities
Ability to travel 15%-30%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company bonus depending, in part, on company and individual performance
Company-sponsored 401(k)
Pension
Vacation benefits
Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
Flexible benefits, including healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts
Life insurance and death benefits
Certain time off and leave of absence benefits
Well-being benefits, including employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities
Employee resource groups (ERGs)