Director, Federal Policy

Pfizer

. Develop and execute policy and advocacy strategies advancing Pfizer's U.S.

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeNew York City • District of Columbia • United StatesLead💰 $176,600 - $294,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. healthcare policy and advocacy, with a strong ability to analyze legislation, develop strategic plans, and engage with government and industry stakeholders. Proven project management skills and excellent communication abilities are essential for navigating complex policy landscapes.

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Federal Healthcare Policy ExperiencePolicy Analysis and DevelopmentStrategic Planning and ExecutionProject Management ExpertiseNetworking and Relationship-Building Skills

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Hard Skills

Policy AnalysisStrategic PlanningProject ManagementLegislative ReviewFinancial AnalysisAdvocacy Material DevelopmentPublic Comment DraftingHealthcare Policy MonitoringCMS Drug Coverage SystemsRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal SkillsRelationship Management

Tools & Technologies

PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

U.S. Government Healthcare ProgramsMedicareMedicaidHealthcare Policy AdvocacyTrade AssociationsFederal Regulatory AgenciesHealthcare Policy LandscapeCongressional Legislative CommitteesThink-TanksHealth-Related Federal Agencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute policy and advocacy strategies advancing Pfizer's U.S. healthcare policy objectives
Lead drafting and submission of public comments responding to federal regulatory issuances
Review proposed legislation and regulations for impact and relevance
Develop amendments, alternative approaches, and advocacy materials including issue assessments, key messages, leave-behinds, and infographics
Provide technical expertise and strategic direction on emerging federal healthcare policy issues
Lead cross-functional workgroups assessing complex healthcare policy changes and financial implications
Monitor and analyze the healthcare policy landscape and communicate trends affecting patients and Pfizer medicines
Engage government bodies, regulatory agencies, industry organizations, trade associations, and other external stakeholders
Represent Pfizer on committees and working groups to advance policy positions
Collaborate with USPGR, commercial, market access, finance, regulatory, medical affairs, and other internal teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required with a minimum of 8+ years working on federal healthcare policy and advocacy in government or relevant private sector experience; or master's degree with 7+ years' experience
Experience in U.S. government healthcare programs
Experience in policy analysis, research, and development
Experience implementing strategic and tactical plans
Proven track record of sharp strategic analysis and understanding, including incorporating policy into decision making for senior leadership
Demonstrated project management expertise and ability to manage multiple high-profile, complex workstreams simultaneously
Excellent networking and relationship-building skills
Excellent verbal, analytical, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Experience with CMS-specific drug coverage and payment systems (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid) preferred
Experience in a health-related federal administrative agency or Congressional legislative committee staff preferred
Experience working with academic experts, think-tanks, or healthcare policy or advocacy organizations preferred
Ability to understand and guide financial or quantitative analyses preferred
Proficiency in PowerPoint and strong overall business communication skills preferred
Ability to travel based on business needs
Must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer
Permanent work authorization in the United States required; U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of base salary
Share-based long-term incentive program
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation, holiday, and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility