Director, State Government Affairs – Northeast

Job overview

Director, State Government Affairs – Northeast is an onsite role based in Boston, MA, serving a Northeast territory focused primarily on Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. The stated annual salary range is $230,000–$255,000, with eligibility for a 25% bonus target and a long-term incentive plan. Lundbeck is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on brain health and improving lives affected by neurological and psychiatric diseases. The director develops regional government affairs strategies and advocacy, advises internal leaders on state policy developments, and builds relationships with government and external stakeholders. The role coordinates cross-functional engagement to advance policy priorities, support patient access to therapies, and contribute to a favorable business and reimbursement environment.

What you'll do

• Develop and execute state government affairs strategies
• monitor and assess legislation, regulations, and policy
• evaluate business and patient impacts
• conduct lobbying and advocacy
• build relationships with officials and stakeholders
• coordinate with internal functions
• manage regional consultants
• develop coalitions
• represent Lundbeck in policy forums and trade associations
• and provide strategic counsel on developments and implications.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director

state government affairs

northeast territory

government relations

state policy

advocacy

patient access

pharmaceutical industry

boston ma

lundbeck

up to 60% travel

$230,000–$255,000/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Flexible paid time off
• medical, dental, and vision benefits
• company-matched 401(k)
• 25% bonus target eligibility
• long-term incentive plan eligibility.

Why this role

Northeast territory role with up to 60% domestic travel; international travel may also be required.

About the employer

Lundbeck is hiring for this role. Industry: Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing. Sector: 32.