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Job Description

General Summary:

The Policy & Alliance Development Director is responsible for building policy initiatives and strategic alliances in support of corporate objectives as well as objectives for Vertex's kidney disease business. This includes developing reimbursement policy strategies, supporting policy development aimed at securing access to therapies for patients (e.g., reducing the cost burden that patients encounter when accessing and maintaining certain patient protections) as well as supporting disease awareness, clinical trial awareness, and screening campaigns with strategic partners. To accomplish this work, this role will partner closely with disease area leaders, Public Affairs leadership, including the leaders of the State Affairs, Federal Affairs, and Advocacy components.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops and drives policy strategies in support of disease area objectives, including product reimbursement policy, regulatory engagement, and patient access strategies
• Responsible for managing disease area portfolio of patient association partnerships including direct management of complex alliances as well as working with state and grassroots teams to ensure alignment with local organizations
• Leads the launches of new partnerships and the ongoing governance of existing alliances. Committee members will include executives from various functions within Vertex and from the alliance partners. Ensures that all joint committees have shared goals, expectations, operating principles, and performance metrics regarding strategic partnerships
• Oversees the development and maintenance of disease-specific Vertex position statements and issues education supporting collateral, working in partnership with government affairs and other counterparts to review/tailor materials as needed day-to-day
• Grows visibility in the policy arena by representing the organization in relevant speaker's venues and by developing alliances with policy counterparts at key patient organizations, provider associations, payer community and industry partners
• Works with certain policy consultants, ensuring that expertise is fully utilized and that deliverables are timely and of high-quality
• Serves as a liaison to certain internal committees to keep them apprised of policy priorities and to engage the committee in providing directional input

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated outstanding strategic planning, communication and presentation skills
• Pharmaceutical sector or non-profit sector and therapeutic area experience required
• Experience in patient advocacy, government affairs, managed markets or public policy
• Knowledge and appreciation of the complexities of the drug development process and regulatory requirements
• Proven teamwork and collaboration skills, with a demonstrated ability to interact and influence all levels of business

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline
• Typically requires 10 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• Direct experience in kidney disease is highly preferred

Pay Range:
$204,600 - $307,000

Disclosure Statement:

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation:
Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

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Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com