Manager, Government Relations – Tax & Trade

Vertiv; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 116,472 - 145,591; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Washington, DC seeks a Manager, Government Relations – Tax & Trade to advocate for the company’s tax and trade policy interests globally and with industry groups. This strategic role requires navigating regulatory environments and developing advocacy plans that protect and promote growth.

You will manage interactions with government officials, analyze regulatory changes, prepare briefing materials, and collaborate across teams to shape policy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of related work experience.
• Good understanding of regulatory processes and government structures.
• Proactive, decisive and able to work independently on a broad variety of subjects.
• Strong detailed orientation and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, which include ability to remain objective and use discretion in all situations.
• Highly collaborative and team oriented, able to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Resourceful, with a problem‑solving aptitude, and ability to manage and resolve complex and sensitive situations while handling confidential information appropriately and professionally.
• Travel: Occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Advocacy and Representation: Manage day‑to‑day interactions with government officials, regulatory agencies, and industry groups on tax and trade policy matters.
• Regulatory Analysis and Strategy: Monitor and analyze tax and trade regulatory changes in key geographies where the company operates.
• Collaboration and Communication: Communicate regulatory and legislative developments to internal stakeholders and prepare briefing materials.
• Industry Engagement: Participate in industry associations and coalitions to advance the company's interests.

Skills

Regulatory understanding

Strategic thinking

Independent work

Communication skills

Collaboration

Discretion with confidential info

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Job Description

The Manager, Government Relations – Tax & Trade will play an important role in advocating for the company's tax and trade policy interests across the globe and within industry groups. This position requires a strategic thinker with an understanding of regulatory environments and the ability to develop and implement advocacy strategies that protect and promote the company's business interests and growth.

Responsibilities

• Advocacy and Representation:
  • Manage day‑to‑day interactions with government officials, regulatory agencies, and industry groups on tax and trade policy matters.
  • Serve as subject‑matter expert in interactions with government officials, regulatory agencies, and industry groups on tax and trade policy.
  • Support relationships with key stakeholders to influence policy and regulatory decisions.
  • Support advocacy for the company on legislative and regulatory issues involving tax, trade, and related topics.
• Regulatory Analysis and Strategy:
  • Monitor and analyze tax and trade regulatory changes in key geographies where the company operates.
  • Assess the impact of regulatory developments on the company's operations and business strategy.
  • Help implement advocacy strategies to address trade challenges and opportunities.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Communicate regulatory and legislative developments to internal stakeholders.
  • Prepare briefing materials, reports, and presentations on government relations activities.
  • Support the government relations team on other specified projects as needed.
• Industry Engagement:
  • Participate in industry associations trade working groups and coalitions to advance the company's interests.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of related work experience.
• Good understanding of regulatory processes and government structures.
• Proactive, decisive and able to work independently on a broad variety of subjects.
• Strong detailed orientation and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, which include ability to remain objective and use discretion in all situations.
• Highly collaborative and team oriented, able to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Resourceful, with a problem‑solving aptitude, and ability to manage and resolve complex and sensitive situations while handling confidential information appropriately and professionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred 10+ years of related work experience.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required (preferably in Political Science, Public Policy, Accounting, Tax, or Law).

Physical Requirements

• No special physical requirements.

Travel

• Occasional travel required.

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this role in the Washington, DC locality is between $116,472 and $145,591 per year. Salary ranges for other geographic localities may vary. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus and stock, profit sharing, allowances, travel and/or car expenses, and sales incentives based on revenue or utilization, depending on the terms of the employee’s role and individual offer.

Work Authorization

Only employees legally authorized to work in the United States will be considered. This position does not provide sponsorship for work authorization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.