Policy Advisor Government Affairs and Policy

Policy Advisor, Government Affairs and Policy

About Astellas

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?

We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

Purpose & Scope

The Policy Advisor will provide policy support, insights and guidance to assigned priority brands as well as provide policy expertise in key areas of pharmaceutical policy such as FDA and regulatory policy to inform business decisions. The Advisor will provide expert insight and guidance to advise efforts of the Federal Government Affairs team and will represent Astellas as a thought leader with external policy stakeholders to help advance Astellas policy priorities in assigned areas. The Director will help create policy positions that sustain a positive business and development environment for Astellas, while positioning the company as a credible and respected leader in the health care industry. In this role, the Advisor will work in an integrated manner with key business functions to ensure the Company's policy efforts support business objectives across the organization.

Role and Responsibilities

• Work with internal team to develop and steer our policy agenda and advance policy positions in the U.S., collaborate with internal stakeholders to establish strategic policy positions related to access to pipeline and marketed products, and ensure that recommendations align with business and scientic objectives Lead policy generation and regularly conduct policy analyses to understand impact on company P&L and the relative priority of a given issue.
• Closely collaborate with Federal Government Affairs and Government Communications to ensure alignment of policy and advocacy activities and create robust policy development positions.
• Closely collaborate with Market Access Leads to ensure key policy dynamics are considered in decision-making; represent Government Affairs & Policy as extended member of priority brand teams, as necessary.
• Lead Astellas cross-functional teams collaborating across the organization, including with Global Market Access when appropriate, to solve problems and identify novel, practical solutions to policy needs and changes.
• Interface closely with internal business leads and create and offer strategic and tactical options for our business and functional leaders.