Strategic State & Local Government Affairs Manager

Google; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking a seasoned government affairs and public policy professional to help shape regulatory outcomes from Reston, VA. You will partner across teams to address policy issues in key markets and represent the company before state and local policymakers.

The role emphasizes building bipartisan coalitions, monitoring legislative developments, developing advocacy plans, and coordinating with trade associations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, legislative analysis, or regulatory advocacy.
• 2 years of experience working directly with legislative/executive officials, policy committees, or government agencies.
• Experience managing public policy issues and advocacy campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal leaders to align government affairs and public policy strategies with corporate goals.
• Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments to assess business impact and identify strategic opportunities.
• Develop comprehensive advocacy plans, policy positions, and materials in support of government policy goals.
• Build trusted relationships with key policymakers, officials, trade associations, and coalition partners.
• Facilitate executive engagements with public officials and manage external consultants and lobbyists to ensure compliant advocacy.

Skills

Public policy

Legislative analysis

Advocacy campaigns

Strategic partnerships

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Google is seeking a seasoned government affairs and public policy professional to help shape regulatory outcomes from Reston, VA. You will partner across teams to address policy issues in key markets and represent the company before state and local policymakers.

The role emphasizes building bipartisan coalitions, monitoring legislative developments, developing advocacy plans, and coordinating with trade associations.