Abridge AI Inc. is a healthcare company that specializes in using artificial intelligence (AI) to summarize medical conversations into clinical documentation. A

Director, Federal Government Affairs

DirectorDirectorFull TimeRemoteLeadCompany Site

Location

District of Columbia + 1 more

Posted

28 days ago

Salary

$189.9K - $236.7K / year

Seniority

Lead

Bachelor Degree7 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• The Director, Federal Government Affairs, will serve as Abridge’s primary on-the-ground federal affairs lead in Washington, DC. • Develop clear policy positions, advocacy strategies, and response plans for priority federal proposals. • Manage and coordinate external lobbyists and policy consultants to advance legislative and regulatory objectives. Ensure compliance with lobbying disclosure requirements.. • Build and maintain relationships with Congressional offices, Federal agencies, and senior agency staff. • Monitor, analyze, and brief leadership on relevant Federal legislation, regulatory activity, and emerging trends in healthcare and AI policy. • Identify, build, and participate in coalitions with aligned companies, associations, providers, and advocacy organizations. • Prepare leadership for DC engagements, including background memos and stakeholder maps. • Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure policy strategy aligns with product roadmap, regulatory posture, and go-to-market priorities.

Job Requirements

7+ years of experience in federal government affairs, ideally in healthcare, digital health, or technology policy.
Strong working knowledge of federal policymaking processes, including legislative and regulatory pathways.
Experience representing an organization at external policy events or public forums.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts (AI/ML, regulatory frameworks, clinical workflows) into accessible policy narratives.
Demonstrated experience working with or managing external lobbyists.
Proven ability to build relationships and credibility with policymakers, staff, and coalition partners.
Ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally in a fast-moving, high-growth environment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise business judgement; interest in joining a small team that prioritizes autonomy and trust.

Benefits

Generous Time Off: 14 paid holidays, flexible PTO for salaried employees, and accrued time off for hourly employees
Comprehensive Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for all full-time employees and their families.
Generous HSA Contribution: If you choose a High Deductible Health Plan, Abridge makes monthly contributions to your HSA.
Paid Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave for all full-time employees.
Family Forming Benefits: Resources and financial support to help you build your family.
401(k) Matching: Contribution matching to help invest in your future.
Personal Device Allowance: Tax free funds for personal device usage.
Pre-tax Benefits: Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Commuter Benefits.
Lifestyle Wallet: Monthly contributions for fitness, professional development, coworking, and more.
Mental Health Support: Dedicated access to therapy and coaching to help you reach your goals.
Sabbatical Leave: Paid Sabbatical Leave after 5 years of employment.
Compensation and Equity: Competitive compensation and equity grants for full time employees.
... and much more!