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

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.

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

Employment opportunities may require access to information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.