Government Affairs Director

About the job

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we’re guided by a shared purpose – helping people be their best in the moments that matter – and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe but are safe. We’re solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That’s mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control, and the ability to unite voice, video, and data in a single command center view. We’re solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that’s critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department Overview

Every day, our enterprise and public safety customers rely on effortless and reliable communications to keep business thriving and communities safe. They call it their lifeline. At Motorola Solutions, we not only build that lifeline – with mission-critical services, software, video, and access control, backed by secure, resilient land mobile radio communications – we advance it every day through our commitment to innovation. Our drive for continuous innovation and partnership with our customers enables them to be ready – in the day-to-day moments and in the moments that matter most.

We are currently looking for a talented and skilled Government Affairs Director to be part of our global Government Affairs team to focus on public policy issues related to consumer protection as well as the intersection of privacy and technology. This role will be based in Washington D.C.

Job Description

Overview:

Government Affairs (GA) is responsible for advocating Motorola Solutions’ public policy positions with policymakers in the United States and abroad. GA leads the company’s engagement with government representatives globally, working to develop and preserve regulatory and political environments that are favorable to the company’s profitable growth. In addition, the organization houses the company’s country management organization.

As a Government Affairs Director, you will:

• Assist with the development and implementation of legislative tactics and strategies surrounding public policy related to consumer protection and data privacy.
• Analyze proposed legislation and regulations of importance to the company and advocate in support of public policy that aligns with company priorities.
• Serve as a resource to other GA team members on public policy related to these areas and work closely with internal business stakeholders to understand the impact of such proposals.
• Provide input to plan and develop the organization’s legislative agenda based on a solid understanding of the company’s business priorities.
• Investigate and keep management informed of pending legislative issues of interest to the company.
• Work with and may assist in managing contract lobbyists.
• Coordinate with other team members and be highly collaborative and experienced in effective matrixed working relationships.
• Interact with management and customer personnel on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines.
• Represent the organization as a subject matter expert with the U.S. Congress, key federal agencies, and state legislatures.

Your experience and skills:

To be successful as a Government Affairs Director, you should be/have:

• Juris Doctor degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience working on public policy issues related to consumer protection, data privacy, and related technology issues.
• Capitol Hill or federal agency experience preferred, but experience working on these issues at the state level or through a trade association will be considered.
• Knowledge and experience in developing and advancing legislative issues, as well as developing strategic plans concerning these issues.
• Strong collaborative, teaming, and interpersonal skills.
• A self-starter who shows initiative.
• The ability to synthesize and summarize legislative issues and implications for management.
• A seasoned professional who can resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.
• Strategic planning skills.
• Experience with consultant management.
• Ability to effectively leverage association memberships.
• Excellent written and oral skills.
• Ability to create and deliver effective presentations.

Note: This role will be based in Washington D.C.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (Juris Doctorate Preferred)
• 7+ years of government affairs experience working on public policy issues related to consumer protection and data privacy. Capitol Hill, Federal agency, or state government experience required.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel Requirements

10-25%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected].

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