We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 15 Sep 2025
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
The Government Affairs & Health Policy Sr. Director is responsible for supporting the development and execution of the organization’s government affairs strategy for the US. This role focuses on establishing Medtronic Diabetes GA&HP strategy, as well as building and maintaining relationships with political and policy stakeholders at the federal, state, and local levels. The Leader will ensure that Medtronic Diabetes is positioned as a key stakeholder in policy issues of importance to our business, with emphasis on expanding patient access to diabetes technology.
This position is an exciting opportunity to work with Medtronic's Diabetes business. Medtronic has announced its intention to separate the Diabetes division to promote future growth and innovation within the business and reallocate investments and resources across Medtronic, subject to applicable information and consultation requirements. This separation provides our team with a bold opportunity to unleash our potential, enabling us to operate with greater speed and agility. As a separate entity, we anticipate leveraging increased investments to drive meaningful innovation and enhance our impact on patient care.
This role requires you to work on-site at our Northridge, CA office at least 3 days per week.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
- Support the Development and Execution of US Government Affairs Strategy: Assist in developing and implementing a coherent government affairs strategy, aligned with Medtronic Diabetes’ business objectives
- Implement Government Affairs Plans and Projects: Manage and execute specific Government Affairs projects in collaboration with other functions (Health Plan Solutions, Medical Affairs, etc.) to ensure coordination and alignment
- Policy Analysis and Stakeholder Engagement: Provide analysis and recommendations on government policies affecting Medtronic Diabetes’ operations. Engage with key stakeholders to represent the company’s interests. Support the creation and execution of an engagement program for senior leaders at Medtronic Diabetes’ to interact with key policymakers
- Stakeholder Mapping and Engagement: Develop and maintain a detailed map of key policy stakeholders, including government officials, industry influencers, and key opinion leaders
- Proactive Issue Management: Anticipate and identify potential policy or regulatory issues that could impact the business. Develop and implement proactive strategies to mitigate risks and manage emerging issues
- Internal Collaboration: Work closely with relevant internal teams to ensure integration of government affairs activities into broader business strategies and operations.
- Internal Education: Educate and brief internal stakeholders on key government affairs issues, ensuring they are informed and prepared for potential impacts on business operations. This includes preparing leadership for interactions with government officials.
- Reporting and Communication: Regularly update internal leadership on government affairs activities, progress, and emerging policy issues. Prepare briefing materials to support consistent messaging during external engagements.
- Advocacy/Trade Association Representation: Represent Medtronic Diabetes on relevant Government Affairs committees within industry trade associations, ensuring alignment with the company’s policy goals.
EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:
- Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with political stakeholders, including representatives at federal, state, and local levels, to communicate Medtronic Diabetes’ perspectives on relevant policy issues.
- Network Development: Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders, including government representatives, advisors, and committee members, to influence policy development in areas critical to Medtronic Diabetes Knowledge Building: Maintain and internally distribute expertise in relevant policy areas by attending political events, conferences, and other industry-related activities
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in government affairs, public policy, or a related field
- 15 years of experience (or 13+ with an advanced degree) in government advocacy, public affairs, or lobbying, with a solid understanding of government policy, reimbursement, and regulatory processes in the US, including 10+ years of managerial experience
Competencies and Skills:
- Collaboration / Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a matrixed organization and collaborate across functions.
- Results-Oriented: Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver results in a timely manner.
- Strategic Thinking / Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex policy issues and develop strategic responses that align with business objectives.
- Business Acumen: Understanding of industry trends and the healthcare ecosystem in North America.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage with internal and external stakeholders.
- Integrity: High ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$223,200.00 - $334,800.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan.The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance,Health Savings Account,Healthcare Flexible Spending Account,Life insurance, Long-term disability leave,Dependent daycare spending account,Tuition assistance/reimbursement, andSimple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match,Short-term disability,Paid time off,Paid holidays,Employee Stock Purchase Plan,Employee Assistance Program,Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
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