Director, Government Relations at McKesson in Washington, Washington DC

Job Description:

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve - we care.


What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow's health today, we want to hear from you.


The Sr. Director of Federal Government Relations will advance the federal policy and regulatory strategy for McKesson's Oncology & Specialty organization, including The US Oncology Network. This position will be based in Washington, DC working in multiple business and public policy issue areas, including responsibility for Medicare policy & reimbursement. This individual will act as an organizational expert on legislation, policy research, analysis and forecasting. Will serve as a designated Congressional point-of-contact and advocate for The US Oncology Network.



Key Responsibilities

• Advance McKesson's Oncology & Specialty organization's federal policy and regulatory strategy, on behalf of The US Oncology Network.


• Serve as an organizational expert on legislation, policy research, analysis, and forecasting.


• Craft, message, and implement federal legislative/regulatory strategies through leadership roles with allied associations and industry trade groups.


• Develop and execute a comprehensive plan to increase The US Oncology Network practice participation in the legislative process through site visits, policy briefings, town hall meetings, and political events.


• Share responsibility for PAC operations and budget.


• May manage direct reports and multiple outside consultants to accomplish goals.


• Effectively communicate results with executive leadership. Develop and maintain policies and programs to ensure organizational awareness of government legislation and/or regulatory issues that affect the organization.


• Prepare and organize forums and gatherings with government officials to exchange ideas and information on business activities and potential legislation through site visit outreach.

Minimum Requirement

• Degree or equivalent experience.


• Typically requires 10+ years of professional experience and 5+ years of diversified leadership, planning, communication, organization, and people motivation skills (or equivalent experience).


• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.

Critical Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in government relations, public policy, or a related field.


• Demonstrated expertise in healthcare policy and proficiency in policy research and legislative analysis.


• Proven track record of successful legislative strategy development and implementation.


• Strong knowledge of federal legislative and regulatory processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a related field.


• Experience working within the healthcare industry, specifically oncology and specialty care.


• Previous experience managing direct reports and external consultants.


• Strong network within Congressional circles and allied industry groups.


• Proficiency in policy research and legislative analysis.


• Experience in PAC operations and budget management.

Additional Details:

• Travel up to25%

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.



Our Base Pay Range for this position



$146,600 - $244,400



McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer



McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson's full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.



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