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Position Summary Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a dedicated leader to drive strategic engagement with the business community, focusing on cross-sector corporate issues that influence the broader policy landscape. This role will serve as the company's primary liaison to major business associations-such as the Business Roundtable (BRT), U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and National Association of Manufacturers (NAM)-and will be responsible for aligning BMS's healthcare priorities with the broader business agenda

Key Responsibilities Lead BMS's strategy and engagement with business associations, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities and visibility in cross-sector policy discussions. Build and manage high-impact relationships with business-focused organizations and coalitions, including BRT, Chamber, NAM, and others. Represent BMS in forums addressing broad corporate issues such as fiscal policy, and regulatory reform-beyond traditional healthcare policy.

Develop and execute integrated advocacy strategies that elevate BMS's voice in the business community and influence external policy environments. Serve as a strategic advisor to internal stakeholders on business group dynamics and opportunities for engagement. Monitor and assess emerging trends in corporate advocacy and translate insights into actionable strategies for BMS.

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment across policy, public affairs, and executive leadership. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in public policy, political science, business, or related field preferred. Minimum of 8 years of experience in corporate affairs, government relations, or public policy-ideally with prior experience at a business association or trade or as a legislative staffer.

Strong generalist policy acumen with the ability to engage across a wide range of issues and connect dots between policy and business priorities. Proven ability to navigate complex political and corporate landscapes, with a track record of building coalitions and driving strategic outcomes. Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage senior executives, policymakers, and external stakeholders.

Experience managing cross-functional initiatives and advising on corporate positioning in politically sensitive environments. Strategic thinker with a broad lens on corporate engagement #LI-Hybrid If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Compensation Overview: Washington DC - US: $206,210 - $249,878 The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee's work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience.

Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include: Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care. Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support. Work-life benefits include: Paid Time Off US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees) Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays Based on eligibility* additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day. Eligibility Disclosure* The summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work

Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible.

Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program. All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown. For employees on leave and contractors or contingent workers, refer to related articles.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers With a single vision as inspiring as "Transforming patients' lives through science ", every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues. On-site Protocol BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work.

This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role: Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility.

For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function. Supporting People with Disabilities BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles.

Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement

Candidate Rights BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area. If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/ Data Protection We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at https://careers.bms.com/fraud-protection

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