Vice President, Federal Government Affairs

About this role

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.   Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.   We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description   The Vice President, Federal Government Affairs   serves as the enterprise leader for Gilead’s engagement with the U.S. federal government, responsible for shaping and advancing Gilead’s federal engagement and advocacy strategies and ensuring alignment with corporate priorities across innovation,   access   and public health.   

This leader translates complex legislative and regulatory dynamics into clear strategic direction, informing enterprise decision-making, risk management, and business planning .    The VP serves as the company's principal   strategist regarding and critical representative   to Congress, the Administration, and federal agencies, advancing Gilead's priorities through trusted, bipartisan engagement and ensuring the company   maintains   credibility and influence across changing political and policy environments.  

As   a member of the Government Affairs Leadership Team   – reporting to the SVP, Global Government Affairs –   this role   contribut es   to enterprise-wide strategy, alignment, and execution , and acts a s a trusted advisor to senior leadership   on federal policy risks, opportunities, and stakeholder engagement.   

Key responsibilities include:  

Executive Leadership and Strategic Counsel  

• Advise   senior leadership on federal legislative and regulatory risks and opportunities and their implications for enterprise strategy.  

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, SVP Government Affairs, and executive team on federal policy dynamics and stakeholder engagement.   

• Contribute to enterprise-level Government Affairs strategy, alignment, and execution.  

• Prepare briefing materials and guide executive engagement with policymakers, industry trade   associations   and other stakeholders.  

Federal Policy Strategy and Advocacy  

• Develop and execute a n integrated, comprehensive   federal government affairs strategy aligned with Gilead’s corporate priorities   and values , including innovation, access, affordability, and global health leadership.  

• Develop and sustain trusted, bipartisan relationships across Congress and the Administration to advance Gilead's policy priorities and strengthen the company's long-term influence and reputation.  

• Shape and influence policy outcomes through direct engagement with Congress, the Administration, federal agencies, and key policy stakeholders across both political parties.  

• Build support for Gilead positions by engaging coalitions of aligned organizations.  

• Position the company as a credible, science-driven partner in policy discussions.  

• Anticipate and respond to evolving legislative, regulatory, and political dynamics   impacting   the biopharmaceutical sector .  

• Advocate for policies that support biomedical innovation,   equitable   patient   access, and   strong public health infrastructure , and p osition Gilead as a trusted thought leader on critical health policy issues .  

Enterprise Integration and Business Impact  

• Translate policy developments into actionable insights for   business leaders   and   cross-functional   partners.  

• Partner cross-functionally to align policy priorities with business   objectives   and to maximize the impact of our advocacy.   

• Ensure c oordina tion across federal,   state   and international G overnment   A ffairs strateg ies.  

External Engagement and Industry Leadership  

• Build and   maintain   strong bipartisan relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, Administration officials, and federal agency leaders, ensuring Gilead is viewed as a trusted and credible partner regardless of changes in political leadership.  

• Lead   Gilead’s engagement with key industry trade associations,   including PhRMA and BIO,   to align advocacy strategies, shape industry positions, and amplify impact.  

• Develop and execute engagement plans for GA team and senior executives.  

Team and Operational Leadership  

• Lead the   Federal   G overnment   A ffairs team, fostering a high-performance and inclusive culture.  

• Oversee   external consultants, lobbyists, and advisors to ensure alignment with company and industry priorities.    

• Manage the Gilead Political Action Committee.  

• Ensure compliance with all lobbying, ethics, and political activity requirements.  

Candidate Profile  

The ideal candidate is a forward-looking government affairs leader who combines strategic vision with disciplined execution,   anticipating   political, legislative, and regulatory developments   multiple   years ahead and translating them into proactive advocacy strategies that advance business   objectives .   They bring the credibility, relationships, and political acumen to engage effectively across both parties, Congress, the Administration, and federal agencies, while buildi

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