Overview Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is seeking an Assistant General Counsel (AGC) to work on Federal Health Care Program legal issues. The AGC will report into PhRMA’s Vice President in Law in key priority areas and will work closely and collaboratively with member companies and colleagues PhRMA-wide. The position is based in Washington, DC and the office is currently in a hybrid remote/in-person mode. The AGC will: <ul> <li> Serve as in-house legal counsel on issues that affect drug coverage and reimbursement for biopharmaceutical companies in various federal health care programs such as Medicare fee for service, Medicare Advantage (Part C), the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit (Part D), and the 340B Drug Discount Program.</li> <li> Advocate on behalf of PhRMA to Congress, the Executive Branch and the courts and provide, coordinate, and supervise the development of legal analyses relating to legislation, regulation and sub-regulatory guidance on issues relating to the federal health care programs listed above.</li> <li> Work collaboratively with PhRMA departments such as Policy and Research, Federal Advocacy, and Public Affairs to develop policies and strategies for regulatory and legislative initiatives.</li> <li> Provide necessary legal and analytical support to federal programs colleagues and member company lawyers.</li> <li> Manage and supervise external counsel on legal issues relating to federal health care programs and reimbursement.</li> <li> Perform other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> Key Success Factors PhRMA seeks a collaborative, proactive, self-starter who is passionate about access to medicines and addressing the health care challenges we face today. The ideal candidate for this role will think strategically, demonstrate exceptional federal health care program knowledge, value a collaborative environment, have a strong interest in health care issues, and effectively manage the work of external counsel. Key success factors for this role include intellectual curiosity, strong interpersonal and communication skills and a team focus paired with the ability to work independently. The successful candidate should be adaptable, be able to reprioritize/shift gears quickly and be comfortable in a high-pressure environment. Professional Experience / Requirements <ul> <li> JD and admission to the bar of any state or the District of Columbia</li> <li> Minimum 7 + years of experience as a public servant in a relevant government department or agency, in a law firm, as counsel in a health care focused company, trade association or other non-profit, and/or as a Congressional staffer; Preferably within HHS’s Office of the General Counsel and/or Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services.</li> <li> Strong relationship building skills, professional presence and diplomacy;</li> <li> High level of emotional intelligence;</li> <li> Strong strategic thinking skills and acute political sensitivity;</li> <li> Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; and</li> <li> Ability to engage others and inspire confidence.</li> </ul> Potential Salary Salary is commensurate with experience and other compensable factors. Who we are The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) represents the country’s leading innovative biopharmaceutical research companies, which are devoted to discovering and developing medicines that enable patients to live longer, healthier and more productive lives. Over the last decade, PhRMA member companies have more than doubled their annual investment in the search for new treatments and cures, including nearly $101 billion in 2022 alone. Connect with PhRMA For information on how innovative medicines save lives, please visit: www.PhRMA.org www.Innovation.org www.MAT.org www.Facebook.com/PhRMA www.Twitter.com/PhRMA What we offer In addition to a highly competitive salary and bonus program, various opportunities for reward and recognition and a platform of extensive benefits, PhRMA is committed to the development and overall wellbeing of our team members. We offer traditional (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, life, AD&D, LTD, STD, LTC) and enhanced benefits such as parental leave, a wellbeing program, back-up care, health advocate service, employee assistance program and commuting benefits. We also offer a robust 401k plan with employer contributions upon the first day of hire and immediate vesting, a generous paid time off plan, seven paid holidays (plus inauguration day), half day Fridays preceding holidays and a paid winter break. We are committed to the growth and development of our team members and offer many learning opportunities including an integrated on-boarding program, best-in-class leadership programming, tuition reimbursement at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, industry on-site and off-site training, and other management/professional development programs. Corporate social responsibility is also important to us at PhRMA. Our team members participate in organization-wide community service activities, fundraising drives and charitable athletic events. We are committed to supporting our family of professionals at PhRMA and strive to create programs that help our team members manage the challenges of balancing a fast-paced career with their own personal goals. Equal Opportunity Employer PhRMA provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.

Assistant General Counsel - Law

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