US External Affairs Lead — Public Policy & Coalitions

Google LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 141,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Google LLC seeks an External Affairs Manager for US Federal Affairs within Government Affairs and Public Policy. You will manage day-to-day engagement with external partners including think tanks, civil society organizations, and advocacy coalitions, shaping policy strategy in Washington, D.C.

You will work with policy leads, legal teams, product specialists, and researchers to distill Google's perspective and build consensus, driving events and briefings while maintaining alignment with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of professional experience in public policy, government affairs, coalition management, or issue advocacy.
• Experience working directly with or within think tanks, civil society organizations, or government (Congressional or Administration staff).

Responsibilities

• Drive policy dialogue and relationship management with think tanks, advocacy groups, and civil society organizations.
• Link Google’s policy leads, legal teams, product specialists, and researchers with external experts.
• Coordinate internal priorities with external organizations to ensure aligned communication.
• Plan and execute policy roundtables, working groups, salon dinners, and coalition briefings.

Skills

Public policy

Coalition management

Stakeholder engagement

Think tanks experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

Google LLC seeks an External Affairs Manager for US Federal Affairs within Government Affairs and Public Policy. You will manage day-to-day engagement with external partners including think tanks, civil society organizations, and advocacy coalitions, shaping policy strategy in Washington, D.C.

You will work with policy leads, legal teams, product specialists, and researchers to distill Google's perspective and build consensus, driving events and briefings while maintaining alignment with