hims & hers · 5 days ago
Director, State Government Affairs - Midwest
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$210K/yr - $240K/yr
12+ years expHims & Hers is the leading health and wellness platform, on a mission to help the world feel great through better health. In this role, you will lead public policy initiatives for the Midwest region, developing strategies to influence state-level policy and drive legislative outcomes that improve healthcare access and outcomes.
Health CareLifestyleMen'sWellnessWomen's
Responsibilities
Develop, lead, and execute comprehensive state government affairs strategies in the Midwest region
Represent Hims & Hers with executive branch officials, legislators, regulators, and other key stakeholders, acting as a senior leader and advocate in high-stakes discussions
Oversee and direct Hims & Hers’ external representation in meetings, public forums, hearings, and coalition discussions, ensuring alignment with company priorities
Oversee the creation and delivery of policy materials, including testimony, position papers, and public communications
Build and maintain influential relationships with trade associations, coalitions, policymaker organizations (including legislators, governors, and AGs), and regulatory boards, successfully advancing Hims & Hers’ interests within those organizations
Provide oversight and direction to external consultants and lobbyists, ensuring effective advocacy and alignment with company goals
Anticipate, monitor, and analyze legislation and regulation in the Midwest region affecting Hims & Hers business priorities, including pharmacy compounding, privacy, AI, and telehealth issues
Partner with internal leaders to ensure alignment between business priorities and public policy goals
Lead the design and evolution of the company’s political giving strategy and broader political engagement initiatives
Spearhead coalition-building efforts on key policy issues critical to Hims & Hers’ growth and customers
Establish Hims & Hers as a recognized leader in policy discussions, conferences, and task forces
Identify and drive opportunities to elevate Hims & Hers’ voice in shaping the future of healthcare policy, particularly in support of personalized telehealth services
Qualification
Required
12+ years of experience in state government affairs and public policy; familiarity with privacy, AI, and telehealth policy issues
Deep understanding of political and regulatory processes in the Midwest U.S. states
Proven track record of shaping and achieving results with state legislatures, governor's offices, regulatory boards, and trade associations
Exceptional strategic thinking, writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
High political acumen, with significant experience designing and executing political engagement and giving strategies
Demonstrated ability to operate as a senior leader in a fast-paced, mission-driven, highly collaborative environment
Willingness to travel as needed within the region and to national conferences and events (up to 30%)
Preferred
Preference for candidates based in the Midwest US, including such states as Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Ohio and other states in the midwestern region
Benefits
Competitive salary & equity compensation for full-time roles
Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and quarterly mental health days
Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental & vision, and parental leave
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
401k benefits with employer matching contribution
Offsite team retreats
Company
hims & hers
Hims is a wellness brand that helps men and women get access to products for skin care, hair loss, and sexual health.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.23BKey Investors
Franklin TempletonIVPThrive Capital
2025-05-08Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2021-01-21Post Ipo Equity· $75M
2021-01-21IPO
Leadership Team
Andrew Dudum
Founder & CEO
Yemi Okupe
CFO
Recent News
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