About the position The Senior Director, Government Affairs & Political Engagement serves as a trusted advisor to the Vice President, Government Affairs & Political Engagement. This candidate will also routinely work with other senior leaders responsible for domestic and international government affairs, including the SVPs of both Global and U.S. Policy & Government Affairs and the USPGA Chief of Staff. This role supports the design, implementation, and execution of BMS’s political engagement strategy. It also helps coordinate high-level engagement with policymakers, coalition partners, and external stakeholders in the U.S. and internationally. This position demands exceptional discretion, diplomatic instincts, and the ability to operate confidently with senior leadership. The role translates strategic priorities into well-executed engagements, events, and programs that advance BMS’s policy goals.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute political engagement activities, including meetings, events, and other outreach ensuring proper protocol and seamless execution.
• Coordinate engagement with external stakeholders, including policymakers, coalition partners, and industry leaders to support BMS priorities.
• Prepare high-visibility engagements involving BMS senior executives and external leaders, including crafting briefing materials and coordinating logistics.
• Establish and refine processes, workflow, and tracking systems to ensure best-in-class internal operations for political engagement.
• Partner with Legal and Government Affairs to proactively manage risk and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and internal policies.
• Work closely with the USPGA Chief of Staff to ensure effective communication and seamless integration with USPGA.
• Support operational excellence across U.S. and global government affairs teams, driving collaboration and unity as “One BMS.”
• Serve as a trusted utility player able to step into dynamic and sensitive engagements, demonstrating sound judgment and discretion.

Requirements

• Minimum 12 years’ experience in government affairs, public policy, political engagement, executive operations, or related fields such as diplomacy or campaign operations.
• Proven experience supporting high-level officials, executives, or principals in complex political or diplomatic settings.
• Demonstrated diplomacy and ability to engage with policymakers, private sector leaders, and coalition partners.
• Strong operational, event management, and executive coordination skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple complex, high-visibility projects and events under tight deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, with sound judgment and discretion.

Benefits

• 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. 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.

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