Manager, Government Affairs - (Washington, DC - Hybrid)

PTC Therapeutics is a global commercial biopharmaceutical company. For over 25 years our team has been deeply committed to a unified purpose: Extending life’s moments for children and adults living with a rare disease.

At PTC, we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team, fostering a strong sense of belonging.

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Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

The Manager, Government Affairs develops and supports strategic and tactical policy activities associated with US Federal legislative matters pertinent to PTC Therapeutics’ business interests. This position will be responsible for communicating with policymakers and regulators; supporting the management of contract lobbyists and policy consultants; supporting the management of the PAC; monitoring relevant legislative and regulatory developments; and promoting policies aligned with the company’s goals. This individual will also serve as one of the company’s policy liaisons to various DC-based industry and trade association groups.

This position works with all members of the Government Affairs team (Federal, State, and Policy), cross-functionally with internal departments, and externally with consultants and other stakeholders to support Government Affairs operations and projects. The Manager of Government Affairs focuses on communicating, advocating, and executing PTC positions on federal legislation and policy. This position also supports company-wide healthcare and intellectual property reform implementation efforts and miscellaneous Public Affairs issues on an ad hoc basis. This position serves as one of the company’s primary contacts/advocates responsible for communicating and promoting the company’s positions directly to the U.S. Congress and Federal Agencies as appropriate.
 

Responsibilities

The Manager, Government Affairs supports adherence to relevant regulatory/compliance requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as appropriate.

• Impacts government policy by ensuring that government officials, legislative committees and other relevant parties are aware of PTC’s position on public affairs issues of importance to the company.
• Interacts directly with Members of Congress and their staff on behalf of PTC.
• Advocates the incorporation of PTC position into federal legislation of importance to the company.
• Collaborates on the development and execution of plans of action and communicates PTC’s position on a wide variety of public policy issues to key government officials, industry associations, and other entities to gain favorable and active support towards the advancement of positions on public issues.
• Participates in cross-functional work teams to stimulate effective collaboration and ensure progress toward legislative objectives.
• Works to avoid or minimize government decisions that could negatively affect our business and stakeholders.
• Represents PTC before various 3rd party organizations at the state and federal level. These include, but may not be limited to, BIO, BioNJ, HINJ, National Organization for Rare Disease (NORD), and the EveryLife Foundation.
• Represents PTC at Capitol Hill-related events with the goal to improve visibility and develop relationships with key stakeholders on PTC’s behalf.
• Develops, coordinates, and manages stakeholders of PTC Therapeutics Federal policy interests and Advocacy Organizations as assigned.
• Develops PTC policy position statements, papers, and briefings as required.
• Assists in managing external agency and contract lobby support as required.
• Actively participates in key business planning processes for Therapeutic Business Units as required.
• Supports the management of PTC-PAC as required.

• Participates in planning and operations for department events including internal and external meetings.
• Provides administrative and logistical support to the Government Affairs and Public Policy team, as necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and 5+ years of experience
• Excellent written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage highly sensitive information.
• Demonstrated a