Director, State Government Affairs North Region

Director, State Government Affairs North Region

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Abb Vie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people’s lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about Abb Vie, please visit

The Director, State Government Affairs is a strategic leader and central partner to Abb Vie’s Government Affairs team, responsible for developing and executing comprehensive lobbying and advocacy strategies that actively shape state legislative and regulatory environments in support of Abb Vie’s business and policy objectives. The role anticipates and responds to state policy trends, collaborates with internal business partners and Government Affairs colleagues, and works in collaboration with the Strategic Alliances leader and Local Government Affairs team to engage external national and state alliances.

Colorado, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming.

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with state policymakers and regulators, including Governors, Lieutenant Governors, Attorneys General, and members of state legislature in the selected region and with external stakeholders to advance Abb Vie’s state policy goals.
• Set the lobbying and advocacy strategy to shape state legislative and regulatory activity, including direct engagement with policymakers, regulators, third‑party groups, and coalitions.
• Collaborate with the U.S. Strategic Alliances Director to provide state legislative and political expertise, supporting the development and execution of comprehensive policy advocacy strategies in partnership with state and local stakeholders.
• Be a strategic business partner with cross‑functional internal business stakeholders to leverage state advocacy strategies.
• Represent Abb Vie at state legislative and political events, leading state trade association task forces and coalitions.
• Hire and manage outside consultants within the region.
• Develop and oversee the regional state government affairs budget.
• Ensure rigorous lobbying and political giving compliance for all legally required registrations.

• Bachelor’s degree in related fields such as health care administration, political science, public administration, or policy. Advanced degree preferred.
• Strong executive presence to engage effectively with high‑profile stakeholders.
• Eight to ten years of experience in lobbying, public administration, political party activity, legislative staff work, or related experience; experience in health care industry preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to master complex policy and legislative issues, think creatively, and develop innovative strategies.
• Knowledge of major state health programs, Medicaid, state finance and appropriations processes, and private healthcare marketplace dynamics.
• Ability to act independently and demonstrate sound business judgment.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Expertise in developing PowerPoint presentations for internal audiences.
• Works well in a team environment and enjoys a collegial culture while effectively collaborating.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications.
• Domestic travel (50%) required.

Internally with US Area senior management, GA team across Abb Vie, and cross‑functional support functions. Externally with state officials including governors, legislators, staff, and third‑party groups.

• Compensation range: $ – $ (subject to location).
• Comprehensive benefits package: paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k).
• Eligible for short‑term and long‑term incentive programs.

Abb Vie is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled.

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