Senior communications manager strategy

Requisition ID: 898679

Store # : 110353 EM Marketing - OH CSC

Position: Full-Time

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

At EyeMed, we have a unique perspective on vision benefits. By listening and staying curious, we create innovative vision benefits that are a joy to use.

Our mission is to help people see life to the fullest—and our commitment goes beyond vision benefits. Our passionate employees proudly support the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation, a leading not-for-profit organization with a 100% focus on eradicating the world’s vision crisis.

EyeMed is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Senior Manager, Legislative Strategy will monitor and track introduced federal and state legislation while identifying internal impacts, crafting proactive talking points and messaging around these key provisions and policies to define EyeMed’s position. This position is a unique blend of advocacy, project management, communications, relationship building, and policy analysis.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor and track legislation:

• Tracks and analyzes relevant introduced federal and state legislation, regulations, and policies.
• Develops ongoing dashboards and coordinates regular cadence of policy read-outs, ensuring tracking mechanisms are current and up-to-date.
• Manages internal review and alignment of key bills and policies, proactively engaging with internal constituents to push for progress and resolution of items where necessary.
• Frequently works cross-functionally with subject matter experts to understand legislative impacts within each function.
• Anticipates potential policy challenges and opportunities for the organization.

Develop policy strategies and cultivate key relationships:

• Creates and executes strategies to advance the organization's position and policy objectives in-market, mitigating potential risks.
• Cultivates strong relationships with health plan partners, clients, and associations to collaborate, develop joint impact analysis & policy strategies, reinforce & advance our position.
• Serves as day-to-day contact for national nonprofit advocacy organization.

Lead storytelling and advocacy efforts:

• Crafts proactive talking points and messaging around key provisions for introduced federal and state legislation, regulations, and policies.
• Develops stakeholder communications, legislative updates, and executive correspondence, effectively articulating the organization's position.
• Creates advocacy campaigns and coalition-building initiatives, often in collaboration with partners and clients.
• Conducts surveys, research or other fact-finding initiative to track down information to support our position on key policies.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Communications, or related field, or equivalent work experience
• 6+ years experience in relevant government relations, public affairs, advocacy communications, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in leading advocacy campaigns and policy communications strategies.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to effectively articulate complex ideas and influence decision-makers.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with health plans and clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with cross-functional teams

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience in developing and implementing successful government affairs strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of legislative processes and regulatory environments.
• Experience working in healthcare, insurance or other highly regulated industries

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.