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Policy roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals with a degree in political science, public administration, or a related field. Employers file directly with CBP at the border or port of entry, with no lottery and no annual cap for Canadians, making Policy one of the more accessible TN pathways.
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About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
The Senior Director (Head of US or Head of ROW), Regulatory Affairs, Regulatory Policy & Intelligence, combines knowledge of the scientific, regulatory and business environment, regarding how medical products and devices are developed, evaluated, authorized and monitored once marketed. Monitors and engages with the external environment for evolving regulations and policies of the Health Authorities (HA) and works closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to analyze impact and provide insights that inform product development strategy. Establishes, develops and maintains relations with HAs, peer companies, and industry trade associations regarding scientific and regulatory policies. Influences at the division and corporate levels and is considered a key opinion leader for AbbVie. Acts as an advisor/liaison to senior management to plan, evaluate and recommend regulatory strategy. Assists company to comply with scientific, ethical, statutory, quality, and business requirements.
Responsibilities
- Manages and leads global and/or regional topics and staff in the regulatory policy and intelligence function for assigned area (US or ROW). Defines scientific and regulatory policy initiatives. The Head of US is accountable for managing the RPI strategy and tactics for the US market; the Head of ROW is accountable for managing the RPI strategy and tactics for all other regions. Both positions are accountable for partnering closely with each other to ensure global topics are coordinated and managed.
- As policy subject expert, analyzes proposed policies and distributes to SMEs. Coordinates internal review. Leads formation of corporate position to share with trade associations.
- Manages and mentors junior staff in approaches to complex policy issues.
- Prepares and presents complex written and oral reports to Senior Management and external audiences on scientific and regulatory topics.
- Proposes sound regulatory policies influencing the regulatory environment in one or more geographic regions based on in depth scientific knowledge of topic and by working closely with SMEs.
- Directs staff to identify and influence policies that impact AbbVie. Effectively uses negotiation skills to resolve policy issues when unable to agree internally. Anticipates consequences of path chosen.
- Serves as primary liaison to trade associations for management on scientific and regulatory issues.
- Supports supervisor and Senior Management in discussions of complex policy topics at trade associations.
- Contributes to regulatory product development by responding to requests for information and providing an analysis of the regulatory environment. May offer alternative views based on regulatory knowledge and prior experience.
- Conducts external outreach with regulators, peers, and trades. Creates and responds to opportunities to enhance AbbVie’s relationship by organizing, speaking at, and participating in policy-related meetings. Utilizes network of local pharma companies to obtain policy-related information.
Qualifications
- Required Education: Bachelor’s degree related to health, environment, or politics. Degrees in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacology, Law or Policy are most relevant.
- Preferred Education: Relevant Master’s degree in a scientific, health, legal, or business discipline. Regulatory certifications a plus.
- Required Experience: 12+ years in regulated industry or health authority. Policy and drug development experience is most relevant.
- Experience working in a complex and matrix environment. Experience working cross functionally to reach consensus. Strong negotiation skills.
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written. Fluency in other languages is needed for regional assignments.
- Preferred Experience: 10+ years of relevant area experience in pharmaceutical or other healthcare industry with some regulatory policy and intelligence experience. 5 years of relevant pharmaceutical experience in quality assurance, research and development, scientific affairs, and operations. Proven 7+ years in a leadership role with strong management skills.
- Knowledge of global healthcare regulations in support of drug development.
Note: Higher education may compensate for years of experience.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
Company Description
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
The Senior Director (Head of US or Head of ROW), Regulatory Affairs, Regulatory Policy & Intelligence, combines knowledge of the scientific, regulatory and business environment, regarding how medical products and devices are developed, evaluated, authorized and monitored once marketed. Monitors and engages with the external environment for evolving regulations and policies of the Health Authorities (HA) and works closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to analyze impact and provide insights that inform product development strategy. Establishes, develops and maintains relations with HAs, peer companies, and industry trade associations regarding scientific and regulatory policies. Influences at the division and corporate levels and is considered a key opinion leader for AbbVie. Acts as an advisor/liaison to senior management to plan, evaluate and recommend regulatory strategy. Assists company to comply with scientific, ethical, statutory, quality, and business requirements.
Responsibilities
- Manages and leads global and/or regional topics and staff in the regulatory policy and intelligence function for assigned area (US or ROW). Defines scientific and regulatory policy initiatives. The Head of US is accountable for managing the RPI strategy and tactics for the US market; the Head of ROW is accountable for managing the RPI strategy and tactics for all other regions. Both positions are accountable for partnering closely with each other to ensure global topics are coordinated and managed.
- As policy subject expert, analyzes proposed policies and distributes to SMEs. Coordinates internal review. Leads formation of corporate position to share with trade associations.
- Manages and mentors junior staff in approaches to complex policy issues.
- Prepares and presents complex written and oral reports to Senior Management and external audiences on scientific and regulatory topics.
- Proposes sound regulatory policies influencing the regulatory environment in one or more geographic regions based on in depth scientific knowledge of topic and by working closely with SMEs.
- Directs staff to identify and influence policies that impact AbbVie. Effectively uses negotiation skills to resolve policy issues when unable to agree internally. Anticipates consequences of path chosen.
- Serves as primary liaison to trade associations for management on scientific and regulatory issues.
- Supports supervisor and Senior Management in discussions of complex policy topics at trade associations.
- Contributes to regulatory product development by responding to requests for information and providing an analysis of the regulatory environment. May offer alternative views based on regulatory knowledge and prior experience.
- Conducts external outreach with regulators, peers, and trades. Creates and responds to opportunities to enhance AbbVie’s relationship by organizing, speaking at, and participating in policy-related meetings. Utilizes network of local pharma companies to obtain policy-related information.
Qualifications
- Required Education: Bachelor’s degree related to health, environment, or politics. Degrees in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacology, Law or Policy are most relevant.
- Preferred Education: Relevant Master’s degree in a scientific, health, legal, or business discipline. Regulatory certifications a plus.
- Required Experience: 12+ years in regulated industry or health authority. Policy and drug development experience is most relevant.
- Experience working in a complex and matrix environment. Experience working cross functionally to reach consensus. Strong negotiation skills.
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written. Fluency in other languages is needed for regional assignments.
- Preferred Experience: 10+ years of relevant area experience in pharmaceutical or other healthcare industry with some regulatory policy and intelligence experience. 5 years of relevant pharmaceutical experience in quality assurance, research and development, scientific affairs, and operations. Proven 7+ years in a leadership role with strong management skills.
- Knowledge of global healthcare regulations in support of drug development.
Note: Higher education may compensate for years of experience.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Policy
Align your degree to the role
TN Policy roles require a bachelor's degree in political science, public administration, economics, or a directly related field. Ensure your transcripts and credential evaluations clearly match the job description before applying, or a CBP officer may deny entry.
Target agencies with established TN pipelines
Federal contractors, think tanks, and state-level government affairs offices regularly sponsor TN professionals in policy roles. Focus on organizations that already work with USMCA nationals, since their HR teams know the documentation requirements and won't stall on an unfamiliar visa category.
Request a support letter before your border crossing
Your employer must provide a detailed support letter describing the policy role, your qualifications, your salary, and the intended duration of employment. CBP officers evaluate TN eligibility at the port of entry, so a vague or incomplete letter is the most common reason Canadian professionals are turned away.
Search for TN-ready employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Policy job listings by employers who have TN visa sponsorship history. This saves you from applying to roles where you'd have to educate HR from scratch about whether your occupation qualifies under USMCA.
Prepare for Mexican TN consular processing early
Unlike Canadians, Mexican nationals cannot self-petition at the border. You'll apply at a U.S. consulate, which adds scheduling lead time. Start the consular appointment process as soon as you receive a job offer to avoid gaps between your expected start date and visa issuance.
Get your job offer scoped to a TN-eligible specialty
Policy is a broad field, and not every policy-related title maps cleanly to a USMCA-recognized occupation. Work with your employer to ensure the offer letter and job description use language that CBP associates with qualifying social science or government specialty roles.
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Find Policy JobsPolicy TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Policy role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Policy roles can qualify for TN status when the position requires a degree in a recognized discipline such as political science, economics, or public administration, and the job duties align with a USMCA-recognized professional category. CBP evaluates the specific job title and description at entry, so how the role is scoped and documented matters as much as the occupation title itself.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Policy professionals?
The TN visa has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian nationals, making it far more predictable than the H-1B for Policy roles. H-1B requires USCIS petition approval and employer sponsorship through a formal filing process that can take months. TN approval for Canadians happens at the port of entry, often the same day, which means you can start work much faster if your documentation is in order.
Where can I find employers offering TN visa sponsorship for Policy jobs?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for USMCA professionals and lets you search Policy job listings filtered by employers with TN visa sponsorship history. General job boards don't filter by visa category, so you waste time applying to roles where the employer has no experience with TN petitions and may decline to sponsor.
Can I switch Policy employers while on a TN visa?
Yes, but you need a new TN authorization tied to the new employer before you start working for them. Canadians can get a new TN at the border with a new support letter from the incoming employer. Mexicans must return to a U.S. consulate. Working even one day for a new employer without updated TN authorization puts you out of status.
What documentation does my employer need to prepare for a TN Policy sponsorship?
Your employer must prepare a support letter that identifies the specific policy role, confirms it requires a degree in a USMCA-recognized professional field, lists your qualifications, states your salary, and covers the employment period. You'll also need your degree transcripts or a credential evaluation. CBP officers at the border or a consular officer in Mexico reviews this package to make the eligibility determination.
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