Vice President, US Government Relations

Westinghouse Electric Company; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 230,000 - 288,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits and HSA

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations & holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Educational reimbursement

Career development programs

Global recognition programs

Employee referral program

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company seeks a seasoned Vice President, US Government Relations, to lead domestic engagement with the U.S. Government, agencies, Congress and key third parties.

This 100% remote role reports to the Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs, and drives policy, advocacy and funding opportunities to advance Westinghouse's domestic growth strategy. The role requires 15+ years of public affairs or government relations experience, with deep knowledge of infrastructure, tax and

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in government or private sector dealing with trade advocacy issues.
• Experience with legislative bodies, executive agencies, trade associations, and policy organizations.
• Experience in an industry with large government contracting exposure.
• Knowledge of infrastructure, tax, trade, labor, safety, waste management policies.
• Experience executing integrated campaigns to support corporate priorities, including appropriations, domestic policy, and state/local relations.
• Expertise staffing senior executives to deliver messages to high‑level policymakers.
• Expertise dealing with high‑profile stakeholders such as elected officials and external constituencies.

Responsibilities

• Advise the Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs, and senior leaders on political, policy, and regulatory priorities.
• Develop and implement advocacy campaigns for priorities requiring U.S. Government engagement.
• Position Westinghouse in the policy community and lead industry voices on key priorities.
• Identify and secure new opportunities for government funding or support.
• Oversee federal, state, and local government relations.
• Lead participation in outside business councils and trade associations.
• Represent Westinghouse in SES‑level meetings.

Skills

Policy advocacy

Stakeholder engagement

Government relations

Public affairs

Campaign management

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

As a Vice President, US Government Relations, you will lead Westinghouse's domestic engagement. This includes working with the U.S. Government, specifically the Executive Offices, Agencies, and Congress and important third parties, such as associations, think tanks, non-governmental organizations, and others to support our domestic growth strategy. You will use your knowledge and relationships with governmental and industry partners to achieve Westinghouse's overall advocacy agenda, promoting civil nuclear projects domestically. You will report to the Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs and work remote. 100% Remote role.

Key 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.

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 key policy areas such as infrastructure, tax, trade, labor, safety, waste management.

• Experience executing integrated campaigns to support corporate business priorities, including in appropriations, domestic policy, state and local relations in support of large-scale critical infrastructure and manufacturing initiatives.

• Expertise preparing and staffing senior business executives to deliver organizational messages in public and private settings with high-level policymakers,

• Expertise in dealing with high-profile stakeholders such as elected officials, executives, and a variety of external constituencies.

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $230,000 to $287,500 per year. In addition to the base pay, this role may be eligible for incentive pay based on company and individual performance.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options

• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members

• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement

• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays

• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance

• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers

• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service

• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality

• Integrity and Trust

• Customer Focus and Innovation

• Speed and Passion to Win

• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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