Government Relations Director

Due to growth, we are adding a Government Relations Director to our team!

The Government Relations Director reports to the VP, Government Relations to support a Navitus entity in a defined geographic territory with relation to support compliance and business objectives. The role will partner with internal business entities to understand the intersection of the business functions and goals with the current and future legislative and regulatory environment. The role will be part of a team comprised of analysts and legal counsel.

Is this you? Find out more below!

How do I make an impact on my team?

Develop relationships with legislators and regulators in their respective geographic territory.
• Educate government officials as to the Navitus brand of products, building goodwill and trust.
• Review and monitor state legislation and proposed state regulation.
• Coordinate with the internal business units and clients concerning pending legislation/regulation in order to provide substantive feedback, testimony, etc.
• Synthesize business objectives with pending legislation/regulation to suggest amendments, alternatives, and other policy commentary.
• Draft comment letters, testimony and talking points for internal and external partners.
• Work with external clients to develop strategies to address legislation and/or proposed regulation, including forming coalitions, grassroots messaging, etc.
• Support executive team for presentations, board meetings and testimony.
• Troubleshoot legislative and regulatory issues and coordinate with internal and external teams to mitigate risk.
• Liaise with appropriate regulators to achieve compliance for Navitus.
• Serve in board or advisory positions in various trade organizations as necessary.
• Participate in, adhere to and support compliance and diversity, equity, and inclusion program objectives.
• Other duties as assigned

What our team expects from you?

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required. A Juris doctorate and/or graduate professional degree related to Pharmacy, Medicine, Nursing, etc. preferred.
• 5 years' experience in Government Relations required.
• Experience in Pharmacy, Insurance, or Health Policy required.
• Knowledge of Excel, MS Word, Outlook, and SharePoint required.
• Participate in, adhere to, and support compliance program objectives
• The ability to consistently interact cooperatively and respectfully with other employees

What can you expect from Navitus?

• Top of the industry benefits for Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 20 days paid time off
• 4 weeks paid parental leave
• 9 paid holidays
• 401K company match of up to 5% - No vesting requirement
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Educational Assistance Plan and Professional Membership assistance
• Referral Bonus Program - up to $750!

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