Government Relations Principal

ŌURA

Principal in Government Relations to advance ŌURA's federal policy priorities in healthcare and performance. Collaborating with various stakeholders to translate policies into actionable insights.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeRemote • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $182,750 - $215,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support and help execute ŌURA’s federal government relations strategy, with a focus on healthcare, human performance, access, and revenue-related policy issues
Work closely with ŌURA’s Human Performance (HP) and healthcare teams to ensure policy efforts are aligned with clinical, research, and enterprise priorities
Monitor, assess, and communicate relevant legislative, regulatory, and political developments that may impact ŌURA’s business, partnerships, or growth opportunities
Develop policy positions, advocacy materials, and briefings that translate complex healthcare and technology topics into clear, business-relevant insights
Build and maintain relationships with Members of Congress, Congressional staff, trade associations, federal agencies, and other key external stakeholders to educate and advocate on ŌURA’s policy priorities
Support, coordinate, and lead meetings, briefings, and engagements on Capitol Hill and with external partners as needed
Assist in managing ŌURA's participation in relevant trade associations, coalitions, and industry groups, ensuring alignment with company objectives
Operate comfortably across multiple workstreams, stepping in to support emerging priorities, time-sensitive issues, and cross-functional initiatives as the business evolves

Requirements

What you’ll need

Background in healthcare policy, government relations, public policy, or regulatory affairs, preferably within health tech, medtech, life sciences, or a related field
Experience engaging with Congress, federal agencies, and trade associations
Strong understanding of how public policy intersects with business strategy, enterprise partnerships, and revenue growth
Ability to work cross-functionally and translate policy developments into actionable guidance for business teams
Comfortable balancing strategic priorities with hands-on execution in a fast-moving environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
DC-based, travel as needed, and regularly engage on Capitol Hill

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and equity packages
Health, dental, vision insurance, and mental health resources
An ŌURA Ring of your own plus employee discounts for friends & family
20 days of paid time off plus 13 paid holidays plus 8 days of flexible wellness time off
Paid sick leave and parental leave
Amazing culture of collaborative and passionate coworkers

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Hard Skills & Tools

Public Policy AnalysisRegulatory AffairsAdvocacy Material DevelopmentLegislative Briefing PreparationPolicy Position Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrategic PrioritizationHands-On ExecutionRelationship Building