State Government Affairs Senior Manager – Los Angeles

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Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

State Government Affairs Senior Manager – Los Angeles

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world! In this vital role, the State Government Affairs Senior Manager – Los Angeles, in coordination with the State Government Affairs Director – California, will lead Amgen’s local government affairs and community engagement activities with a strong focus on Los Angeles and other parts of southern California. The Sr. Manager will serve as the primary liaison between Amgen and local policy makers, industry groups, and community leaders to advocate for policies that align with Amgen’s mission and business objectives, while also helping facilitate relationships between Amgen leadership and city/county elected officials.

We are seeking a candidate who is able to work in proximity to Los Angeles, California, with the ability to travel up to 20% to various parts of Southern and Northern California.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as Amgen’s main point of contact with Los Angeles and other local elected officials

• Build strong and productive relationships with relevant local/state elected officials, community-based organizations, and civic partners to elevate Amgen’s visibility

• Facilitate relationships between campus leadership and city/county elected officials via ATO site visits/tours and external engagements.

• Monitor state legislative and regulatory developments and provide timely analysis and updates to internal stakeholders

• Ensure internal and external messaging in Los Angeles is aligned with Amgen’s broader government affairs and policy messaging.

• Collaborate closely with ATO Site and local Corporate Affairs team

• Support Federal and State Govt Affairs teams as needed – e.g., cover LA- and district-based meetings and events with Members of Congress in southern California

• Coordinate site visits and events for government officials and community stakeholders at ATO

• Increase Amgen’s ATO community engagement strategy beyond legislative/political interests – e.g., educational institution and local non-profit involvement reinforce Amgen’s social responsibility and science education efforts

• Represent Amgen in relevant state and local trade associations and coalitions (e.g., BIOCOM, California Life Sciences Association), including leadership roles as appropriate.

• Collaborate across Amgen’s Government Affairs, Policy, Corporate Affairs, Site Operations, Legal and Alliance Development teams to ensure alignment and integration of state engagement with broader corporate objectives

• Partner with internal functions to develop briefing materials, policy positions, and presentations tailored to California stakeholders

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is relationship oriented with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree and 2 years of government affairs or policy experience

Or

Master’s degree and 4 years of government affairs or policy experience

Or

Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of government affairs or policy experience

Or

Associate’s degree and 10 years of government affairs or policy experience

Or

High school diploma / GED and 12 years of government affairs or policy experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in California state government, policy, or external affairs, with a strong network of relationships in southern California and/or Sacramento

• Deep understanding of the California legislative and regulatory environment

• Experience in community engagement, public-private partnerships, or trade associations

• Strong communication skills with the ability to represent the company to elected officials and diverse stakeholders

• Strong political acumen

• Poised public speaker for internal tours and presentations to groups, large and small

• Prior experience in a state legislative office or corporate government office

• Background in life sciences sector helpful

• Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and build coalitions

• Demonstrated critical thinking, policy analysis, and project management skills

• Ability to travel within California up to 20% of the time, in addition to a few other potential trips each year (e.g., trade association meetings, sites visits, etc.)

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts

• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan

• Stock-based long-term incentives

• Award-winning time-off plans

• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

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