Government Affairs Lead, Public Sector

The role

This person will shape public policy and legislation by building relationships with government stakeholders. They will align business strategy with healthcare and data interoperability policies to support growth.

What you will do

• Monitor and analyze federal healthcare policy, legislation, and regulatory developments.
• Develop and execute government affairs strategies.
• Advocate for policies through direct engagement with policymakers, regulators, and staff.
• Draft policy positions, comment letters, testimony, and briefing materials.
• Assist with influencing public policy and providing input with proposed and existing legislation.
• Build and maintain relationships with Congressional leadership and key staff.
• Coordinate executive participation in Congressional meetings, hearings, and industry events.
• Translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable guidance for internal teams.
• Track emerging policy trends and assess risks and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with lobbying, ethics and disclosure requirements.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5–10+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, healthcare policy, or regulatory affairs
• Strong understanding of the U.S. healthcare system and health technology policy landscape
• Experience engaging with federal and/or state policymakers and regulatory agencies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience using AI-assisted tools with an ability to critically evaluate and verify AI-generated outputs
• Demonstrated ability to learn, evaluate, adapt, propose and implement AI-augmented workflows

Benefits

• Comprehensive health/dental insurance plans through BCBS
• Generous PTO
• Performance bonus
• 401K Plan w/company profit sharing
• Continued Learning/Tuition Assistance
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Contribution
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement

Before you apply

• AI tools and third-party transcription services must not be used during interviews or assessments.
• Use of wearable technology is strictly prohibited during the interview and screening process.

About the company

InterSystems is a creative data technology provider that delivers a unified foundation for next-generation applications in more than 80 countries. Established in 1978, the company is privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.