About The Role

As Senior Strategy Manager, Government Affairs, you will establish and lead EliseAI's government affairs and public policy function from the ground up. Reporting to the Director of Business Development & Partnerships, you will build the relationships, intelligence, and strategy that let EliseAI navigate a fast-moving policy landscape-and help shape it.

This is a 01 role. There is no existing playbook to inherit; you will define what government affairs means at EliseAI, build the relationships that matter, and turn legislative and regulatory developments into a durable strategic advantage. You'll operate at the intersection of housing, technology, and public policy-three domains under intense and increasing regulatory attention.

Key Responsibilities

• Stand up and own EliseAI's government affairs and public policy strategy from 01
• Build and manage relationships with housing authorities, government agencies, regulators, and other public-sector stakeholders
• Monitor, analyze, and synthesize legislative and regulatory developments affecting EliseAI-across AI regulation, fair housing, data privacy, tenant screening, and affordable housing programs-and translate them into clear internal guidance
• Shape public policy in support of EliseAI's mission: represent the company with policymakers and industry coalitions, and author position papers, comment letters, and testimony
• Advise product, legal, and leadership on regulatory risk and opportunity, ensuring policy considerations are built into strategic decisions early
• Represent EliseAI in industry associations and coalitions, building the company's voice and credibility in housing and technology policy
• Partner with GTM to unlock government and affordable-housing opportunities through agency and stakeholder relationships
• Manage outside counsel, lobbyists, and consultants as the function scales

Move at rocket speed, build something massive.

We're scaling fast, solving real client problems with precision and ambition. Here, you own your impact; full autonomy, no micromanagement, no fluff. We hire the best, expect the best, and give you the masterclass of your career. It's hard, it's intense, and it's the most rewarding work you'll ever do. If you're hungry, driven, and ready to build something massive, climb aboard.

Requirements

• 7+ years in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory strategy at a high-growth technology startup, or a relevant role at a top-tier management consultancy
• Strong command of the legislative and regulatory landscape at the intersection of housing and technology (familiarity with fair housing, AI and data-privacy regulation, or affordable housing programs such as LIHTC and Section 8/PBRA is a strong plus)
• Established relationships with government stakeholders-housing authorities, agencies, or regulators-or a demonstrated ability to build them quickly from a standing start
• Track record of building something from 01 and operating effectively without a defined playbook
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, with the ability to author policy positions and represent EliseAI credibly in public and government settings
• Strong analytical judgment, with the ability to translate policy and regulation into commercial and product implications
• Comfortable with travel for agency, legislative, and industry engagements, including Washington, DC and state capitals
• Ability and willingness to work in person at our NYC headquarters 4-5 days a week

Why Join

Growth and impact. It's not often that you can get in on the ground floor of a funded (unicorn!) startup that's scaling so fast. That means that instead of following a playbook, you'll be writing it. Every single day you will be challenged to identify how we can scale and execute on it. You'll learn what works when you succeed and what doesn't when you fail. Either way, the rest of the team will be here to support you.

Benefits

In addition to the growth and impact you'll have at EliseAI, we offer competitive salaries along with the following benefits:

• Equity in the company
• Medical, Dental and Vision premiums covered at 100%
• Fully paid parental leave
• Commuter benefits
• 401k benefits
• Fitness & home services stipend to cover part of your expenses so you can focus on what matters
• A collaborative in-office environment with an open floor plan, fully stocked kitchen, and all meals covered in the office
• Unlimited vacation and paid holidays
• We'll cover relocation packages and make the move exciting, not painful!

Job Compensation Range

The salary range for this role is $200,000 - $250,000. EliseAI offers a competitive total rewards package which includes base salary, equity, and a comprehensive benefits & perks package. Exact compensation is determined based on a number of factors including experience, skill level, location and qualifications which are assessed during the interview process. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided by our Recruiting Team during the hiring process.