Lead, Public Policy, India

About The Role

As a member of both Intuitives India team and the companys Global Public Affairs (GPA) organization you will shape and execute Intuitives government affairs strategy and engagement efforts across India. This role is responsible for advancing the companys policy regulatory and stakeholder engagement priorities by building trusted relationships with policymakers government officials and individuals at both state and central levels trade associations chambers of commerce professional societies and other influential stakeholder groups across Indias political and healthcare ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Director Head of Public Affairs India in developing implementing and executing national state and local government affairs strategies that advance Intuitives business and policy objectives.
• Monitor analyze and communicate policy regulatory and political developments that may impact Intuitives business providing timely insights and recommendations to local and global leadership teams.
• Develop cultivate and maintain strong relationships with policymakers government officials trade associations professional societies healthcare stakeholders and other key influencers relevant to Intuitives business.
• Educate external stakeholders on Intuitives technology policy priorities and contributions to advancing healthcare innovation and patient outcomes.
• Draft review and manage strategic communications and engagement materials including briefing documents talking points policy submissions position papers FAQs and executive correspondence.
• Build strong partnerships with country leadership including the General Manager and cross-functional teams such as Regulatory Affairs Clinical Affairs Market Access Medical Affairs Legal and Commercial organizations to ensure alignment on policy priorities and business objectives.
• Collaborate closely with Public Affairs colleagues across the Asia-Pacific region and globally to advance coordinated advocacy efforts and strengthen Intuitives reputation among key stakeholders.
• Support the development and execution of stakeholder engagement initiatives policy campaigns thought leadership programs and strategic partnerships that further Intuitives business and public affairs objectives.
• Manage and oversee government affairs agencies consultants trade associations and other external partners to ensure effective execution of strategic priorities and measurable outcomes.
• Represent Intuitive at industry associations policy forums government meetings conferences and other external engagements serving as a credible and trusted company representative.
• Ensure all public affairs activities communications and stakeholder engagements are aligned with broader corporate objectives policy priorities and compliance requirements.
• Identify and secure strategic speaking opportunities for the Country General Manager and senior executives at government healthcare and industry events to elevate Intuitives visibility and thought leadership.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor or Masters degree.
• 12 years of experience in strategic government/public affairs healthcare or government at the state or federal level.
• Deep knowledge of Indias political system; with experience in public policy strategy implementation and engagement (optimally with respect to healthcare); or significant experience in a similar corporate role.
• Knowledge of Indias healthcare policy medical society and reimbursement systems is highly desirable. This includes familiarity with relevant Departments and Ministries including DoP MoHFW MEITY NDHM Commerce Finance Niti Aayog DPIIT Indian Society of Oncology Indian Association of Surgical Oncology Association of Gynaecologic Oncologists of India and others; as well as the ability to advise senior leadership on key interactions with relevant stakeholders in this field regarding policy development.
• Ability to clearly and concisely communicate complex policies and positions on behalf of Intuitive.
• Ability to achieve success in a highly collaborative fast-paced and team-oriented business environment where results are dependent on a deep understanding of our business the broader policy and health policy landscape and the ability to identify risks and opportunities.
• Superior speaking and writing skills (including presentation skills) brought to all tasks including synthesizing ideas into materials and developing policy and project-oriented messaging memos speeches talking points and other internal and external documents.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to effectively analyze write and deliver information and explain advocate and negotiate positions and issues to a broad spectrum of individuals.
• Excellent organizational skills especially ability to monitor and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a highly matrixed organization building strong relationships and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders at the country regional and global levels.
• Willingness and ability to travel within India as well as regionally and to Intuitives global headquarters as required. 

Leadership and Personal Attributes:

• Be a collaborative individual able to advise and influence a wide range of internal and external audiences.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and integrity and be known for building a working environment based on mutual respect and trust.
• Be willing and able to work effectively in high-stress high-pressure situations.
• Be capable and willing to offer opinions and judgements while also being able to listen intently to and build consensus with others.
• Be a strong team player able to jump in on projects as needed that may be beyond your scope and committed to the success of your colleagues.
• Superior management and organization skills especially the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously in a global matrixed environment.
• Ability to work independently and juggle multiple projects and deadlines and work with colleagues across multiple time zones.
• Demonstrate energy and enthusiasm for Intuitives business and goals.

Additional Information :

Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin color age religion protected veteran or disability status genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local applicable laws.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin color age religion protected veteran or disability status genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local applicable laws.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

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Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the governments licensing process can take 3 to 6 months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (TCP) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).  

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employeesstart date which may or may not be flexible and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidates experience knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidates qualifications consistent with applicable law.

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time