Director, State Policy – Government Relations

Pfizer

. Lead a defined portfolio of state policy priorities and government relations responsibilities in Iowa, Minnesota, and other states identified by SPGR leadership .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $176,600 - $294,300 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a defined portfolio of state policy priorities and government relations responsibilities in Iowa, Minnesota, and other states identified by SPGR leadership
Develop and support implementation of coordinated national and state policy positions and strategies aligned with business and enterprise objectives
Serve as enterprise-wide subject matter expert and point of accountability for assigned state policy issues
Develop policy platforms, principles, legislative language, backgrounders, research summaries, comment letters, testimony drafts, and talking points
Analyze, forecast, and communicate legislative and regulatory developments and their implications to internal stakeholders and senior leaders
Develop strategies to generate policy evidence through consulting firms and academics
Participate in trade association workgroups and represent Pfizer in policy coalitions, forums, and legislative hearings
Develop strategies to influence the policy environment and state policymakers, regulators, government officials, opinion leaders, and the public
Monitor state legislation and regulations affecting Pfizer policy priorities
Identify and analyze emerging political and policy issues
Develop and execute lobbying strategies
Collaborate with Pfizer colleagues, contract lobbyists, and third-party stakeholders to achieve legislative and regulatory objectives
Supervise outreach and communication to state and local policymakers
Supervise grassroots and political action programs and maximize PAC and advocacy impact
Plan and manage a budget within established guidelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
Minimum of 8 years of experience in state policy or related function with Bachelor's degree; 7+ years with master's/MBA; 5+ years with PhD, JD, or PharmD
Significant experience in state healthcare policy and state government relations
Demonstrated ability to analyze legislative and regulatory proposals and translate them into practical business and policy recommendations
Strong understanding of state governmental processes, healthcare policy, and political environments
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience drafting policy materials and executive-level communications
Ability to build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, trade association partners, policymakers, regulators, and legislative staff
Ability to manage multiple policy and state issue priorities across numerous jurisdictions simultaneously
Candidates 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 now or in the future
Ability to operate a Pfizer company car
Travel expectations: 50% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of base salary
Share-based long-term incentive program eligibility
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
Potential relocation assistance based on business needs and/or eligibility
Pfizer company car operation