VP, Global Government Affairs

Intuitive

. Set Intuitive’s enterprise-wide government affairs strategy .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • Sunnyvale • California • United StatesLead💰 $292,000 - $438,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in global healthcare policy and government affairs, with a proven ability to influence legislation and regulatory outcomes. Exhibits strong leadership in managing diverse teams across regions while aligning government affairs strategies with corporate objectives.

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20+ Years Experience In Government Affairs10+ Years In Senior Leadership RoleDeep Experience In Global Healthcare PolicyExceptional Strategic And Political AcumenProven Track Record Of Influencing Legislation

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Hard Skills

Global Healthcare PolicyLegislative AffairsPublic PolicyRegulatory FrameworksP&L ResponsibilityBudget ManagementPolicy Position AlignmentCross-Regional Intelligence SharingAdvocacy CoordinationMarket Dynamics Analysis

Soft Skills

Exceptional Written CommunicationExceptional Verbal CommunicationOrganizational LeadershipPeople ManagementExecutive Presence

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeU.S. Export-Control Licensing

Industry Keywords

HealthcareMedical DeviceLife SciencesGovernment Affairs StrategyMarket AccessClinical AffairsDigital PolicyAI PolicyInternational Policy OutcomesRegional Expertise

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set Intuitive’s enterprise-wide government affairs strategy
Lead a best-in-class global government affairs function
Align government affairs strategy with corporate objectives, pipeline priorities, and market expansion plans
Oversee global government affairs teams and create coherence across teams in the U.S., Europe, and APAC
Lead work on globally business-impacting issues such as AI and digital policy
Connect regional government affairs leaders with enterprise-level strategy
Ensure regional and local expertise informs global priorities
Establish frameworks for cross-regional intelligence sharing, policy position alignment, and coordinated advocacy
Partner with Commercial, Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, Legal, and Clinical Affairs teams
Report to the Vice President of Global Public Affairs
Represent Intuitive’s interests and positions to senior government and industry audiences

Requirements

What you’ll need

20+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or legislative affairs
10+ years in a senior leadership role with global team management and P&L or budget responsibility
Deep, demonstrated experience in global healthcare policy, including US, EU, and APAC market dynamics
Strong experience in healthcare, medical device, or life sciences policy environments
Knowledge of policy environments and regulatory frameworks across key global markets
Bachelor’s degree required
Proven track record of influencing legislation, regulation, or policy outcomes at national and international levels
Exceptional strategic and political acumen
Ability to anticipate legislative and regulatory developments and translate complex policy environments into clear, actionable recommendations
Demonstrated people management and organizational leadership experience, including leading teams across geographies
Executive presence and ability to represent Intuitive’s interests to senior government and industry audiences
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to translate complex policy and technical topics into compelling, accessible materials
Candidates may be subject to U.S. export-control licensing or a Technology Control Plan, where applicable
May require current proof of vaccination against certain diseases, including COVID-19, depending on the role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work and/or work performed outside the office; employees come onsite when requested by the leader
Base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Equal employment opportunities and protection from discrimination and harassment
Potential vaccination requirement, including current proof of vaccination against certain diseases such as COVID-19
Fair chance consideration for applicants with arrest and conviction records
Compensation may vary based on job level, experience, skills, and qualifications