Sr. Director - Government Affairs

Req ID: 9921

Working Location: District Columbia, Washington

Workplace Flexibility: Field

For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. 

Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.

Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:

Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.

Learn more about Life at Olympus.

Job Description

This position will establish and lead the U.S. government affairs function for Olympus. This leadership role ensures the company has a strategic and proactive voice in the development of health policy, regulation, and reimbursement in the United States.

This role represents the company with federal and state policymakers, regulatory agencies, and trade associations to influence legislative and regulatory environments critical to business success. The role requires deep knowledge of the U.S. healthcare policy landscape, the ability to communicate complex information with senior government stakeholders, and a high degree of innovation and leadership to shape a new function from the ground up.

Job Duties

Build and lead the U.S. government affairs function, including strategy development, operational infrastructure, and alignment with global priorities.
Develop and execute a comprehensive advocacy strategy that supports the company’s business, regulatory, and market access objectives at the federal and state level.
Serve as the primary representative to policymakers, agencies (FDA, CMS, HHS), legislative staff, and state health authorities.
Monitor and analyze proposed legislation and regulation affecting the medical device sector, including product approval, reimbursement, trade, and compliance.
Draft and communicate policy positions, comment letters, and briefing materials to internal stakeholders and government audiences.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Regulatory, Legal, Clinical, Commercial, and Market Access teams to ensure cohesive policy engagement.
Represent the company in industry associations and coalitions, such as AdvaMed, and coordinate aligned industry efforts.
Advise executive leadership on key policy trends, risks, and opportunities affecting strategic planning.
Support thought leadership and visibility through public policy events, speaking engagements, and partnership-building.
Ensure internal visibility and alignment, educating business units on relevant policy impacts and legislative developments.

Job Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree required.
Advanced degree in law, public policy, health policy, political science, or related field preferred.
Minimum 15+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory strategy, with 5+ years in healthcare, life sciences, or the medical device sector.
Experience directly engaging with FDA, CMS, HHS, and/or relevant congressional committees.

Preferred:

Demonstrated success building or significantly expanding a government affairs program.
Deep understanding of U.S. healthcare policy, including device regulation and reimbursement.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including policy writing and executive briefings.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with policy monitoring tools a plus.
Other Considerations:
- Preferably located in the Washington, D.C. area.
- If not based in D.C., must be willing and able to travel regularly to Washington, D.C., and occasionally to other domestic locations.
- Standard business hours with flexibility to accommodate urgent matters and policy development

Why join Olympus?

We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

Equitable Offerings you can count on:

Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
12 Paid Holidays
On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**

Connected Culture you can embrace:

Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
Employee Resource Groups
Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
Paid Educational Assistance

*US Only

**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

Are you ready to be a part of our team?

Learn more about our benefit and incentives.

The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position working at this location is $195,078.00 - $292,616.00 / year, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position including: level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications.

At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.

For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com.

You Belong at Olympus

We value a workforce that reflects a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. And we provide employees with equal access to opportunities for growth and development.

Applicants Requesting Accommodations: Olympus is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Olympus will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact OCAAccommodations@olympus.com. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).

Let’s realize your potential, together.

It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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