Senior Vice President, Public Affairs and Advocacy

Senior Vice President, Public Affairs & AdvocacyJarrard is seeking an experienced, entrepreneurial leader based in the Washington, D.C. area to expand and play a key leadership role in our broader Public Affairs and Advocacy offering. This role reflects a critical growth priority for the firm as healthcare organizations face intensifying scrutiny, policy volatility and political complexity at the federal, state and local levels.The Senior Vice President, Public Affairs & Advocacy will be responsible for helping shape and further activate Jarrard's public affairs and advocacy vision, expanding capabilities and bandwidth, and building durable client and market impact across the full spectrum of public affairs, including advocacy campaign development and execution, policy intelligence, stakeholder engagement, coalition building, and government relations. This leader will serve as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives, boards, and government affairs leaders, helping clients protect and advance strategic priorities through coordinated public affairs, advocacy and government relations strategies and tactics.As a senior leader at the firm, the SVP will help define market strategy, grow revenue, ensure excellence in client delivery, and recruit, develop, and inspire top-tier talent. This leader will play a central role in establishing and expanding Jarrard's presence and credibility at the federal level while accelerating growth in state- and local-level public affairs and advocacy work.ResponsibilitiesClient Service & Public Affairs LeadershipServe as a senior trusted advisor to healthcare leaders navigating complex public policy, regulatory, reputational, and political challengesLead the development and execution of integrated public affairs, advocacy and government relations strategies aligned to client business objectivesAdvise clients on positioning for or against legislative, regulatory, and policy actions at the federal, state and local levelsOversee coalition and alliance development, including multi-stakeholder and federal and multi-state advocacy initiativesPartner with colleagues across strategic communications, research, digital, and creative teams to deliver cohesive, high-impact programsEnsure consistently high-quality client work delivered on time, on budget, and aligned to scopePolicy AdvocacyProvide strategic counsel on legislative and regulatory strategy, including engagement with elected officials, regulators, and third-party stakeholdersGuide clients on government relations strategy, including issue briefings, testimony development, fly-ins, site visits, and regulatory engagementAdvise on political strategy, including grasstops and grassroots activation, compliance considerations, and integration with broader public affairs effortsStay abreast of healthcare policy developments and political dynamics impacting providers, payers, health tech and related sectorsBusiness Development & GrowthLead growth of the Public Affairs & Advocacy offering with responsibility for revenue generation and pipeline developmentLeverage existing relationships and build new senior-level relationships with healthcare leaders, associations, and partnersIdentify market opportunities, emerging issues, and client needs that align to Jarrard's capabilities and growth strategyCollaborate with firm and practice leadership and the business development team to shape offerings, craft proposals, and win new workRepresent Jarrard through speaking engagements, conferences, thought leadership, and industry visibilityThought Leadership & Market PositioningHelp define and articulate Jarrard's point of view on healthcare public affairs, advocacy, and political dynamicsContribute to firm thought leadership, including policy briefings, white papers, presentations, and client-facing insightsStrengthen Jarrard's market reputation as a go-to partner for high-stakes public affairs and advocacy challenges in healthcareTeam Leadership & Firm ManagementRecruit, develop, and lead high-performing teams of public affairs and communications professionalsCoach and mentor colleagues, supporting career growth through Jarrard's talent development platformEnsure strong project management, fiscal oversight, and productivity across engagementsActively participate in firm leadership, planning, and culture-building initiativesModel and reinforce Jarrard's mission, values, and commitment to excellenceQualifications and Desired SkillsBachelor's degree in public policy, political science, communications, business, or a related field; advanced degree preferredMinimum of 15 years of experience in public affairs, government relations, strategic communications, or related roles (including Congressional or Regulatory Agency roles), with deep healthcare sector expertiseDemonstrated experience advising senior executives or boards on public policy, advocacy, or political strategyStrong understanding of healthcare policy and regulatory dynamics at the federal, state and local levelsEstablished professional network across healthcare, policy, and government stakeholdersTrack record of building and leading teams and managing complex, multi-disciplinary client engagementsExperience driving revenue growth, managing budgets, and ensuring engagement profitabilityExceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong executive presenceEntrepreneurial mindset with comfort building new offerings and navigating ambiguityWillingness to travel occasionally for client work, firm gatherings, and industry eventsWhat You Can Expect From UsHigh stakes work that makes healthcare betterA collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven cultureThe opportunity to shape and grow a strategically important firm capabilityMeaningful investment in your professional growth and leadership developmentFlexibility through a remote work model with national reachCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits, retirement plan, paid time off, and wellness supportSalary range: $215,000-$295,000, plus may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications, practice area, and other business and organizational needs. In addition, Jarrard offers several benefits including medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off, wellness stipend, and additional voluntary benefits.At Jarrard and Chartis, we pride ourselves on having a diverse workforce. We value and celebrate the uniqueness of individuals and the different perspectives the provide. We offer equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, or protected veteran status.