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DC - Policy Advisor (Health)
Location: Washington, DC
Our client, an international Amlaw 50 firm with a renowned Lobbying & Public Policy practice, is seeking an experienced Policy Advisor to join its Health Policy team in the Washington, D.C. office. This role offers a unique opportunity to counsel clients on complex legislative and regulatory issues impacting health care and life sciences, leveraging deep policy expertise and government experience.
Candidate Profile
- Bachelor’s degree with an excellent academic record required
- JD from a top-tier law school or Master’s degree strongly preferred
- Active Bar Admission in the District of Columbia (if JD holder) or relevant policy credentials
- 7–10 years of substantive experience in health policy and related legislative and regulatory matters
- Strong experience with policy issues and legislation affecting healthcare and life sciences
- Experience working on Capitol Hill, ideally with congressional committees of jurisdiction for health policy
- Relevant executive branch agency experience may substitute for Capitol Hill experience
- Excellent understanding of legislative and regulatory processes related to health care and life sciences industries
- Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare briefing materials and advocate effectively before senior stakeholders
- Demonstrated commitment to collaboration, client service, and the firm’s core values of diversity, innovation, and excellence
Key Responsibilities
- Advise clients on legislative, regulatory, and policy developments in health care and life sciences
- Support the development and execution of advocacy strategies before Congress, federal agencies, and advisory bodies
- Engage directly with policymakers, committee staff, and agency officials on key health policy issues
- Monitor and analyze policy trends to identify opportunities and risks for clients
- Collaborate with attorneys and policy professionals across the firm to provide integrated solutions
- Build coalitions and alliances to advance client priorities in the health policy space
Why Join Us?
This is a standout opportunity to join a bipartisan team at the forefront of health care and life sciences policy. Our client’s health policy practice represents a wide range of stakeholders — including drug and biologic companies, medical device manufacturers, hospitals, and health care systems — navigating complex legislative and regulatory challenges. Team members gain unparalleled exposure to high-level decision-making processes and play a key role in shaping strategies that impact major policy initiatives. The firm fosters a collaborative environment, invests in professional growth, and offers the resources of a global platform to support long-term career success.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $310,000 annually, as determined by experience and market factors
- Bonus Eligibility
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; FSA; employee assistance program; family/dependent care leave; vacation leave; sick leave; relocation expenses; and firm-sponsored wellness initiatives
- Inclusive Culture: Our client is committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity, supports professional development, and promotes work-life balance
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a resume, relevant academic transcripts, and a writing sample for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $310,000
