Associate Public Affairs Policy Director - 340B

Associate Public Affairs Policy Director - 340B Employer Novo Nordisk Location Washington, DC Start date May 12, 2026 View more categories View less categories Discipline Administration , Science/R D Required Education Masters Degree/MBA Position Type Full time Hotbed Best Places to Work Apply now Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Send job Job Details Company Job Details About the Department Novo Nordisk's Market Access and Public Affairs team engages diverse stakeholders across political and healthcare landscapes to forge solutions that drive patient access to innovative products. We strive to deliver the best possible outcomes for patients with diabetes, obesity, growth hormone deficiencies and rare bleeding disorders through mutual wins for both Novo Nordisk and our Market Access customers. Our passion for helping people live better lives and our award-winning product pipeline can only be as effective as our ability to provide information to healthcare providers, key stakeholders and policymakers. Our Market Access and Public Affairs professionals ensure that the latest therapies and products reach the people who need them most, by creating an environment where innovation and chronic disease management drive optimal health outcomes. Are you ready to realize your potential? The Position The Associate Public Affairs Policy Director works on complex issues that require an in-depth knowledge of the company and its long-term ambitions. Develops NNI's policy positions, in line with Enterprise Strategy. Manages relationships with select government agencies. Serves as a subject matter expert. Solicits internal stakeholder insights to analyze the business impact of select policy proposals - to NNI and the broader industry. Educates and enables broader PA Team and NNI business to leverage these positions. Collaborates and coordinates with peers and cross-functional colleagues locally and globally. Relationships Reports to the Director, Public Affairs Policy. Other internal relationships include all other Market Access & Public Affairs teams, Finance, Medical, Legal, Compliance, Communications and other key stakeholders locally and globally. External relationships include select federal agencies that may develop health care policies that could impact the pharmaceutical industry. Interactions frequently involve interactions with senior level leaders regarding matters of significance to NNI. Essential Functions Achieve deep understanding of, and serve as a subject matter expert on, assigned policy areas and the potential impact to NNI's businessAssigned policy areas may include, but are not limited to: NN Foundation, Quality, Medicare, Medicaid, Transparency, Adherence, Importation, Reference Pricing, Pricing / Price Increases, Stem-Cell, Research, NIH, Reimbursement, IP, Labor / Employment, Tax, Trade, Privacy, Data TransparencyUnderstand and evaluate potential business impact of policy proposals by coordinating and gathering insights from other departments (MA, Comm'l BUs, Medical, Regulatory, Legal, etc)Develop NNI's policy positions, in line with Enterprise StrategyClearly communicate with federal agencies on NNI's positionsEducate and enable broader Market Access and Public Affairs Teams, and other NNI colleauges, on policy positionsBuild and maintain strategic networks of relationships internally (locally and globally)Coordinate and communicate proactively with internal stakeholders to effectively collaborate and informLead internal collaborative teams on specific policy initiatives identified by NNI Executive Team Physical Requirements 10-20% overnight travel required. This position can sit in either Washington, DC or Plainsboro, NJ. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred10+ years of policy development, advocacy, government affairs or other relevant experience requiredExperience with the 340B program requiredPharmaceutical/healthcare industry experience and knowledge of NNI's therapeutic areas and marketplace strongly preferredStrong executive presence and communication/presentation skills that engage senior leaders among internal and external audiencesStrong writing skills and ability to convey complex topics for an executive audience Ability to convey passion and generate excitement and enthusiasm about Novo NordiskDemonstrated career progression with increasing roles of responsibilityProven track record of effective strategic planning, execution and follow-upPrevious experience working in a matrixed organizational structure The base compensation range for this position is $152,700 to $267,300. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance. Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors. Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flex-able vacation policy, and parental leave policy. We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes - we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger - a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today. Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Company Novo Nordisk is a leading global healthcare company, founded in 1923 and headquartered in Denmark. Our purpose is to drive change to defeat diabetes and other serious chronic diseases such as obesity and rare blood and endocrine disorders. We do so by pioneering scientific breakthroughs, expanding access to our medicines, and working to prevent and ultimately cure disease. Novo Nordisk employs about 54,400 people in 80 countries and markets its products in around 170 countries. For more information visit novonordisk.com . Our US Research & Development hub, located in the Greater Boston area, brings together the best talent to drive life science innovation. Located in Lexington, Watertown and Cambridge, our teams reflect the full scope of R D, from early research through late-stage clinical development. We are building for the future by creating a distinct R D community based on collaboration, partnerships, and cutting-edge research across multiple modalities and therapeutic areas. We recognize that improving human health starts here and that patients rely on us. By combining the speed and agility of biotech with the quality, resources, and stability of a large pharmaceutical company, our US R D hub will benefit from the best of both worlds to develop new medicines that meet the needs of patients.

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