Associate Director, Government Affairs and Policy

Department: 102500 Government Affairs Location: USA- Remote Be a part of a global team that is inspired to make a difference in the lives of people living with rare disease. At Travere Therapeutics, we recognize that our exceptional employees are vital to our success. We are a dedicated team focused on meeting the unique needs of rare patients.Our work is rewarding - both professionally and personally - because we are making a difference. We are passionate about what we do. We are seeking talented individuals who will thrive in our collaborative, diverse, fast-paced environment and share in our mission - to identify, develop and deliver life-changing therapies to people living with rare disease. We stick by our values centered on patients, courage, community, and collaboration to pursue our vision of becoming a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the delivery of innovation and hope to patients in the global rare disease community. At Travere Therapeutics, we are in rare for life. We continue to courageously forge new paths as we move toward a common goal of elevating science and service for rare patients*.* This position is responsible for the development and execution of Travere Therapeutics' federal and state policy strategies across current and future therapeutic area franchises. The position provides strategic policy leadership, informs enterprise positioning, represents the company with external stakeholders to shape the rare disease policy environment, and serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership. This position reports to the Vice President, Government Affairs and Policy and is remote based. Responsibilities: Drives the development and implementation of proactive policy strategies that align with, advance, and protect Travere Therapeutics' reputation, business goals and success. Translate emerging policy trends into actionable insights and recommendations for cross-functional stakeholders. Designs and leads implementation of identified strategic plans to address policy threats and opportunities in issue areas related to rare disease drug development, therapeutic areas related to diagnosis, treatment and access; and other issues as assigned. Develops Travere Therapeutics' position on major issues by federal and state lawmakers and related health agencies. In collaboration with Government Affairs and Policy colleagues, monitor and analyze federal and state legislative, regulatory, and policy developments affecting Travere. Prepare meeting materials, policy briefs, and internal strategy documents. Develop executive-level briefing materials, policy analyses, stakeholder engagement resources, and strategic planning documents to support informed decision-making and advocacy efforts. Plays an important role in building and maintaining strong working relationships with select key external stakeholders, including but not limited to federal and state legislators, HHS (including CMS) and other Executive Branch agencies, the Administration, think tanks, and other third parties. Aligns direction and prioritization for the organization's policy activities within the broader Corporate Affairs strategy Leads engagement with state policymakers, state agencies, and other key stakeholders in partnership with the Director, Government Affairs and Policy, coordinating enterprise advocacy strategies and policy priorities. Collaborates closely with Corporate Affairs colleagues, as well as with internal stakeholders, including Patient Advocacy and Commercial. Responsible for interfacing with both professional and patient groups involved with activities related to rare diseases. Establishes strategic goals, success metrics, and operational priorities for assigned policy initiatives and monitors progress against organizational