Government Relations and Stakeholder Engagement Director

SHEIN; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 183,000 - 290,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account with Employer Funding

Flexible Spending Accounts

Company-Paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with discretionary company match

Vacation and paid holidays

Free weekly catered lunch

Free gym access

Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages

Annual Holiday Party

Invitations to pop-ups and other company events

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as the Director of Government Relations & Stakeholder Engagement, where you'll lead innovative strategies in a fast-paced environment. This role is pivotal in shaping the narrative of a global fashion retailer, requiring strong connections within the government and exceptional storytelling abilities. You'll track legislative developments, assess their implications, and create advocacy strategies that champion public policy goals. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the retail industry while navigating complex political landscapes, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Established relationships with executive branch officials and personnel.
• Top-notch writing and presentation skills for clear storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate relationships with key figures in the executive branch and Congress.
• Draft impactful policy communications and presentations.

Skills

Influence

Negotiation

Writing

Presentation

Creative Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Political Savvy

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Government Relations and Stakeholder Engagement Director

Job Title: Director, Government Relations and Stakeholder Engagement

Reports to: Corporate VP, Chief Government Affairs Officer

Job Location: Washington, DC

Job Status: Exempt

About SHEIN

SHEIN is a global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, offering SHEIN branded apparel and products from a global network of vendors, all at affordable prices. Headquartered in Singapore, with more than 15,000 employees operating from 150 countries around the world, SHEIN is committed to making the beauty of fashion accessible to all, promoting its industry-leading, on-demand production methodology for a smarter, future-ready industry.

Position Summary

Join SHEIN as a Director of Government Relations & Stakeholder Engagement and be at the forefront of fashion and retail innovation! Based in our Washington, DC, office, you'll work in a fast-paced environment developing and implementing cutting-edge strategies and communicating the benefits to American consumers of our on-demand business model for a global company. You will collaborate across teams internally and tell our story externally. We're looking for a strategic thinker with a passion for the next generation of retail, ready to navigate complex geo-political landscapes and make a significant impact on public policy. This role requires a candidate with strong connections in the Administration and executive branch as well as Congress. If you're eager to shape the future, we want to hear from you!

Job Responsibilities:

• Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with key figures in the executive branch and independent agencies, as well as with United States Senators as warranted.
• Track regulatory and legislative developments, providing our leadership with timely updates and insightful analyses.
• Assess proposed regulations, executive orders, and legislation, evaluating their implications and formulating strategic, savvy responses.
• Draft impactful policy communications, including executive briefing documents, white papers, and virtual and in-person presentations.
• Create vibrant storytelling to showcase our team’s stellar work.
• Present key information about SHEIN to government and non-governmental stakeholders with flair.
• Develop grassroots lobbying tactics to champion our public policy goals.
• Strengthen relationships with national and local organizations to highlight SHEIN’s positive contributions to consumers and the retail industry.
• Create innovative advocacy strategies - thinking outside of the box and pushing boundaries.
• Host informative visits for key officials and staff at our distribution centers, pop-ups, and multi-media headquarters.
• Manage stellar external consultants and support ad-hoc projects as needed.

Job Requirements:

• Established relationships with executive branch officials and personnel and the drive to build strong new connections.
• Top-notch writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills to tell a clear and convincing story.
• Superpowers in influence, persuasion, and negotiation to successfully resolve complex issues and get things done.
• Flexibility and sharp judgment, being quick on your feet and politically savvy.
• Expertise in policy matters and ability to learn and explain complex issues clearly and quickly.
• Creative problem-solving skills to think outside of the box for legislative and regulatory solutions.
• Excel both within a team and working independently, with self-motivation and a great internal compass for prioritizing.
• PowerPoint wizardry to create eye-catching presentations. Skilled in Excel.
• Passion for storytelling to share information and shape the corporate narrative.
• Highest ethical standards, ensuring confidentiality and integrity, and promoting a stellar professional reputation.

Benefits and Perks

$183,000/year - $290,900/year + stock options + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, experience and qualifications.

• Health Savings Account with Employer Funding
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent care)
• Company-Paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Benefit Offerings (Voluntary Life/AD&D, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with discretionary company match and access to a financial advisor
• Vacation, paid holidays, floating holiday and sick days
• Free weekly catered lunch
• Free gym access
• Free swag giveaways
• Annual Holiday Party
• Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
• Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages

SHEIN Technology LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace environment.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Public Relations

Industries: Retail Apparel and Fashion