Director of Government Relations

GeniusMesh; Virginia; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

GeniusMesh seeks a Director of State Government Relations to lead engagement with Virginia state and local governments. You will monitor legislation, advise on regulatory impacts, and advocate for the Group with officials and staff at multiple levels.

The role requires a deep understanding of Virginia policy, a robust track record in public affairs, and the ability to identify and pursue grant opportunities with state authorities.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Virginia state laws, regulations and government policy.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Business or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of public policy or lobbying experience; proven advocacy before state legislatures, agencies and local governments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze and report on proposed state and local legislation, regulation and policy affecting the Group’s businesses.
• Advise Group businesses and U.S.-based offices on regulatory impacts under CLO direction.
• Represent the Group before state and local governments, councils, legislators and staff; advocate for Group businesses.

Skills

State govt relations

Regulatory affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Education

Bachelor’s in Public Policy

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

**Candidates must have a strong understanding of Virginia state laws, regulations, and government policies. Prior experience navigating Virginia's state and local government landscape, including legislative and regulatory affairs, is mandatory.**

The Director, State Government Relations is the primary point of contact for all state government affairs matters. The Director represents the Group before state and local governments, including councils, legislators and their staff, and leads grant and funding opportunities with state and local authorities. The role works directly with the Senior Leadership Team, using state and local government intelligence to inform decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze and report on proposed state and local legislation, regulation and policy that may affect the Group’s businesses, and recommend appropriate action.
• Advise Group businesses, U.S.-based companies and Head Office on the business impact of regulatory and policy changes, under the direction of the CLO.
• Represent the Group before state and local governments, including councils, legislators and staff, and advocate on behalf of Group businesses.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with elected officials, government agencies, industry associations and other stakeholders.
• Identify, lead and support grant and other funding opportunities for Group companies with local and state governments.
• Brief the Senior Leadership Team on state and local government developments to support strategic decisions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Business or a related field.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• public policy or lobbying (typically 10+ years).
• Proven record of advocacy before state legislatures, agencies and local governments.
• Experience identifying and securing grants, incentives or public funding is an advantage.
• Experience in a multi-state or multinational environment is preferred.