Remote Vice President, US Government Relations

Westinghouse Electric Company; Washington; Remote; USD 230,000 - 288,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical benefits

Wellness Programs

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacations and Holidays

Flexible Work Arrangements

Educational Reimbursement

Global Recognition and Service Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Vice President, US Government Relations to lead domestic engagement with the U.S. Government, executive offices, agencies, Congress and key partners.

This 100% remote role reports to the Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs and centers on advancing the company’s advocacy agenda for civil nuclear projects domestically. The position requires deep experience across federal, state and local government relations, and a proven ability to develop

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in government or the private sector dealing with trade advocacy issues.
• Experience with legislative bodies, executive agencies, trade associations, and policy organizations.
• Experience working in an industry with large government contracting exposure.
• Knowledge of policy areas such as infrastructure, tax, trade, labor, safety, waste management.
• Experience executing integrated campaigns to support corporate business priorities, including appropriations, domestic policy, state and local relations in support of large-scale infrastructure and manufacturing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Be the trusted advisor to the Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs, and senior Westinghouse leaders, leading across political, policy, and regulatory priorities.
• Develop and implement advocacy campaigns for important priorities requiring U.S. Government advocacy or approval.
• Position Westinghouse in broader public policy community and ensure we are among the leading industry voices for important legislative and policy priorities.
• Identify and secure new opportunities for Westinghouse for government funding or support.
• Responsible for federal, state and local government relations.
• Lead Westinghouse's participation in outside business councils and trade associations.
• Represent Westinghouse interests in SES-level meetings.

Skills

Legislative experience

Policy advocacy

Trade associations

Public policy

High-level stakeholder engagement

Job description

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Vice President, US Government Relations to lead domestic engagement with the U.S. Government, executive offices, agencies, Congress and key partners.

This 100% remote role reports to the Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs and centers on advancing the company’s advocacy agenda for civil nuclear projects domestically. The position requires deep experience across federal, state and local government relations, and a proven ability to develop