Senior Manager, Government Affairs – Policy Communications

Johnson & Johnson

. Advance Johnson & Johnson’s policy priorities through external communications .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $122,000 - $212,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in external communications and media relations, with a strong ability to develop and implement strategic communication plans. Proven track record in relationship management and collaboration across multifunctional teams, particularly in the context of Government Affairs and Policy.

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Bachelor's Degree8+ Years of Experience in CommunicationsExcellent Verbal and Written Communication SkillsRelationship Management SkillsExperience with Media Relations

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Hard Skills

Communications Strategy DevelopmentMedia RelationsPress Release ProductionDigital Content CreationCrisis CommunicationPolicy CommunicationStakeholder EngagementStrategic Response PlanningCounseling Senior ManagementMonitoring Communications Trends

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringInitiativeAnticipation of Next StepsContinuous Improvement

Industry Keywords

Public AffairsGovernment AffairsPolitical Trade MediaCross-Functional CollaborationAgency Relationship Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advance Johnson & Johnson’s policy priorities through external communications
Report to the Director, Enterprise Strategic Response
Partner with Government Affairs & Policy leaders and leaders across Johnson & Johnson
Lead and assist in developing communications plans
Implement programs and work with media to ensure company positions are understood by key stakeholders
Build trusted relationships and collaborate across multifunctional teams
Prepare external communications strategies in response to policy and government inquiries
Manage development and production of statements, talking points, press releases and digital content
Coordinate internal teams to align positions and messaging on emerging topics
Monitor and assess the external communications and media environment
Develop and maintain relationships with policy and political trade media
Manage agency relationships supporting strategy development and execution
Maintain understanding of industry standards and emerging trends
Mentor colleagues and nurture continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree is required
A minimum of 8+ years of professional experience working in communications, public affairs or media relations
Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with a proven ability to produce well-written and compelling documents on tight deadlines
Strong relationship management skills and experience working with partners cross-functionally and globally
Experience pitching and maintaining reporter relationships, particularly with politically focused and industry publications
Expertise in communications trends and opportunities for Government Affairs & Policy collaborators
Proven record of counseling and advising senior management and business leaders
Passion for media and consuming news through a variety of channels
Takes initiative, anticipates next steps and sets high standards
Experience managing third-party agency relationships

Benefits

Comp & perks

Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; Colorado employees – 48 hours; Washington employees – 56 hours
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Inclusive interview-process accommodations
Equal opportunity employment