Executive Director, U.S. Public Policy (CMS, HHS & Payment Policy)

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Mavericks Wanted</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on</span> <br><span data-contrast="auto"> </span> <br><span data-contrast="auto">In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible. </span> <br><span data-contrast="auto"> </span> <br><span data-contrast="auto">Together we define white space, push boundaries, and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div><p> </p> <p><strong><u>What You'll Do </u></strong><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">#LI-TC1</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;">BridgeBio is establishing a dedicated, senior U.S. public policy leadership role focused on CMS, HHS, and coverage and payment policy that directly affects patient access and innovation across the BridgeBio portfolio.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;">The Executive Director, U.S. Public Policy will </span><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">own the end-to-end U.S. public policy strategy</span></strong><span style="font-size: 14px;"> related to Medicare, Medicaid, and payment models, and will be accountable for shaping policy positions that influence access, reimbursement, and long-term portfolio value, and advising on implementation internally.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;">This role operates at the enterprise level, advising executive leadership, shaping portfolio strategy, and serving as BridgeBio’s primary public policy authority with U.S. regulators.</span></p> <p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></p> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Lead U.S. public policy strategy</span></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Define and lead BridgeBio’s U.S. public policy strategy, particularly Medicare (Parts B and D), Medicaid, alternative and value-based payment models, IRA implementation, CMMI initiatives, and coverage and reimbursement policy</span></span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Serve as the company’s internal expert on U.S. public policy, advising leadership on policy design, implementation risk, and long-term implications</span></span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Translate complex public policy developments into clear strategic options and recommendations for executive leadership</span></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">CMS, HHS, and external engagement leadership</span></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Act as BridgeBio’s primary interface with CMS and HHS, engaging directly with agency leadership, career staff, and relevant HHS offices</span></span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Bring and leverage an extensive existing network across CMS and HHS to inform strategy and anticipate policy direction</span></span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Represent BridgeBio externally in public policy coalitions, trade associations, and forums where coverage, payment, and access policy are central</span></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Analytical leadership and policy modeling</span></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Apply strong analytical and modeling skills to assess financial, access, and portfolio-level impacts of U.S. public policy proposals and payment models</span></span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Partner closely with Strategic Finance, Commercial, Market Access, and Government Affairs teams to model implications of Medicare and Medicaid policy changes, reimbursement dynamics, and payment reform initiatives</span></span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Develop rigorous, data-driven policy analyses to support advocacy positions and executive decision-making</span></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Cross-functional executive partnership</span></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Work collaboratively with Commercial, Government Affairs, Market Access, Strategic Finance, Medical, and Patient Advocacy teams to ensure public policy strategy is fully integrated across the organization</span></span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on U.S. public policy matters</span></span></li> <li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Prepare executive level briefings, scenario analyses, and policy updates</span></span></li> </ul> <p><strong><u><span style="font-size: 14px;">What Success Looks Like</span></u></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">BridgeBio is recognized as a credible, informed, and effective policy voice with CMS and HHS</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Policy risks and opportunities are proactively identified and integrated into portfolio and commercial strategy</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Executive leadership has clear, data-driven policy guidance to support access, reimbursement, and long-term value creation</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Durable policy frameworks are in place to support multiple affiliates and evolving assets</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Where You'll Work</u></strong></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14px;">This is a <strong>hybrid</strong> role and requires in-office collaboration in our Washington DC office.</span></p> <p><strong><u>Who You Are</u></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">15+ years of experience in U.S. health policy</span></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Graduate-level degree required</span></strong><span style="font-size: 14px;"> (MPH, MPP, JD, PhD, MBA)</span></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Prior CMS experience, payor, and/or top-tier management consulting experience</span></strong><span style="font-size: 14px;"> with deep CMS and HHS exposure strongly preferred</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Extensive expertise in </span><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Medicare, Medicaid, and U.S. payment models</span></strong></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Recognized public </span><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">policy expert</span></strong><span style="font-size: 14px;"> with demonstrated experience engaging CMS and HHS as regulators</span></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Extensive professional network</span></strong><span style="font-size: 14px;"> across CMS and HHS</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Strong analytical, quantitative, and policy modeling capabilities</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Proven ability to operate independently and lead public policy strategy in a complex organization</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">You have demonstrated curiosity and adaptability in adopting AI-powered tools and technologies</span></span></li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Rewarding Those Who Make the Mission Possible</u></strong></p> <p>We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return. </p> <p><strong>Financial Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Market leading compensation </li> <li>401K with 100% employer match on first 3% & 50% on the next 2%</li> <li>Employee stock purchase program</li> <li>Pre-tax commuter benefits</li> <li>Referral program with $2,500 award for hired referrals</li> </ul> <p><strong>Health & Wellbeing:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Comprehensive health care with 100% premiums covered - no cost to you and dependents</li> <li>Mental health support via Spring Health (6 therapy sessions & 6 coaching sessions)</li> <li>Hybrid work model - employees have the autonomy in where and how they do their work </li> <li>Unlimited flexible paid time off - take the time that you need</li> <li>Paid parental leave - 4 months for birthing parents & 2 months for non-birthing parents</li> <li>Flex spending accounts & company-provided group term life & disability </li> <li>Subsidized lunch via Forkable on days worked from our office</li> </ul> <p><strong>Skill Development & Career Paths:</strong></p> <ul> <li>People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility</li> <li>We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, Spring Health & BetterUp Coaching</li> <li>We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><div> <div>At BridgeBio, we strive to provide a market-competitive total rewards package, including base pay, an annual performance bonus, company equity, and generous health benefits. Below is the anticipated salary range for candidates for this role who will work in California. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience within the industry, educational background, location of residence and performance during the interview process. BridgeBio is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions based in other states.</div> </div></div><div class="title">Salary</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$305,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$350,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>As a global company, our comprehensive benefits may vary based on location.  <span data-contrast="auto">We have high expectations for our team members. We make sure those working hard for patients are rewarded and cared for in return.</span></strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">For USA based roles:</span></strong></span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Financial & Rewards </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Market-leading compensation</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">  </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">401(k) with employer match</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">  </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Pre-tax commuter benefits</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> (transit and parking) </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Referral bonus</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> for hired candidates </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Subsidized lunch and parking</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> on in-office days </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Health & Well-Being </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> for you </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">and</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> your dependents </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Health Savings Account (HSA)</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> with annual employer contributions, plus </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Fertility & family-forming benefits</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"> </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">Expanded mental health support</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> (therapy and coaching resources) </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Hybrid work model</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> with flexibility </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Flexible, “take-what-you-need” paid time off</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> and company-paid holidays </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":1080,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> to care for yourself and your family </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Skill Development & Career Paths:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">People are part of our growth and success story - from discovery to active drug trials and FDA pipelines, there are endless opportunities for skill development and internal mobility</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">We provide career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, & BetterUp Coaching</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">We celebrate strong performance with financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul></div>