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 to PhRMA’s Senior 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.

The AGC will: 

• Serve as in-house legal counsel on issues that affect drug coverage and reimbursement for biopharmaceutical companies in various federal health care programs including Medicare, the 340B Drug Discount Program, and the Veterans Administration. Seeking expertise in the Inflation Reduction Act, Medicare Part B, Medicare Advantage, and 340B.  
• 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. 
• 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. 
• Provide necessary legal and analytical support to federal programs colleagues and member company lawyers.
• Manage and supervise external counsel on legal issues relating to federal health care programs and reimbursement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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

• JD and admission to the bar of any state or the District of Columbia; 
• Minimum seven years of experience post JD as attorney or program staff in a relevant government department or agency, attorney in a law firm, as counsel in a health care focused company, trade association or other non-profit, and/or as a Congressional staffer for relevant committees of jurisdiction; preference will be given to those with experience in HHS’ Office of General Counsel, Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services or Health Resources and Services Administration; 
• Strong team player with relationship building skills, professional presence and diplomacy; 
• High level of emotional intelligence;
• Strong strategic thinking skills and acute political sensitivity;
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; and
• Ability to engage others and inspire confidence.

Potential Salary

• $243,200 - $346,700 per annum. 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 laser focused on developing innovative medicines that transform lives and create a healthier world. Together, we are fighting for solutions to ensure patients can access and afford medicines that prevent, treat and cure disease. Over the last decade, PhRMA member companies have invested more than $800 billion in the search for new treatments and cures, and they support nearly five million jobs in the United States.

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 well-being program, an on-site fitness facility, back-up care, health advocate service, an 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, ten paid holidays (plus inauguration day), half day Fridays preceding holidays, half day Fridays in the summer months, and a paid winter break. As an organization, we work together together in the office on Mondays through Thursdays and remotely on Fridays. We also work remotely in August.

We are committed to the growth and development of our team members and offer many learning opportunities including an integrated onboarding program, best-in-class leadership programming, tuition reimbursement, 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 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 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 nondiscrimination in employment. 

The job description contains an overview of the activities and duties for this role. Responsibilities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time.