Head of Government & Industry Affairs, North America
Core Responsibilities
1. Federal Lobbying & Advocacy
- Develop and execute lobbying strategies with members of United States Congress (House and Senate).
- Build relationships with legislators, chiefs of staff, and committee staff.
- Advocate for or against legislation, regulations, and government actions affecting the organization.
2. Policy Strategy & Analysis
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments (e.g., bills, hearings, agency rules).
- Analyze how policies impact the company or one or more business units or product segments within the company.
- Advise executives on risks, opportunities, and positioning.
3. Executive & Stakeholder Advising
- Brief the CEO and senior leadership on political or policy developments.
- Help shape corporate strategy in light of government actions.
- Coordinate external messaging with legal and communications.
4. Coalition & Relationship Management
- Work with trade associations, think tanks, and advocacy groups, including representing the company in select trade associations as applicable.
- Build coalitions to support shared policy goals.
- Represent the company in public forums, hearings, and industry panels.
5. Regulatory Engagement
- Interface with federal agencies (e.g., rulemaking, public comments).
- Track enforcement trends and regulatory priorities.
6. Political Strategy & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with lobbying disclosure laws (e.g., LDA filings).
- Maintain ethical standards and transparency in lobbying activities.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required; law degree (JD) or master’s in public policy (MPP/MPA) preferred but not required.
- Experience:
- 10+ years in government, lobbying firms, or corporate government affairs.
- Prior experience on Capitol Hill, in a federal agency, or a lobbying firm is strongly preferred.
- Established relationships with policymakers and staff in D.C.
- Skills:
- Deep understanding of the legislative process
- Strategic thinking and political judgment
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Crisis management and issue advocacy
Work Environment
- Based in or frequently traveling to Washington, D.C.
- Regular meetings on Capitol Hill, at federal agencies, and with industry groups
- Fast-paced, tied closely to legislative calendars and political cycles
