Sr. director of regulatory and government affairs

Status:

Full-time, employee

Job Function:

Government and regulatory affairs

Relevant Work Experience:

10+ years of experience with regulatory processes in wireless telecommunications

Career Level:

Experienced

Office Location:

Kirkland, WA

Workplace Type:

Remote/Hybrid (a mix of work from home or in office)

Salary:

$253,500.00 – $282,900.00 annually (US-based)

Benefits

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Qualified high deductible health plan/Health Savings Account/FSA
• Employee assistance program
• Prescription drug benefits
• AFLAC
• Long-term care reimbursement
• WPFLM reimbursement
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life and AD&D
• 401(k) plan with company matching and no vesting period
• Net-employer 401(k) contribution
• Bi-annual bonus program
• Minimum 15 vacation days per year
• 12 company holidays
• Personal volunteer time
• 20 days of maternity/paternity leave
• 7 sick days per year

The Role

The Senior Director, Government and Regulatory Affairs reports to the General Counsel and drives a number of areas of focus. The position leads and drives Bluetooth SIG’s advocacy and engagement with government and spectrum regulatory bodies in the US and around the world, in order to secure appropriate spectrum regulations that permit unimpeded Bluetooth technology usage in existing and new spectrum, as well as lobby for the adoption of the right government regulations in support of new Bluetooth technologies.

The Senior Director, Government and Regulatory Affairs is responsible for managing and overseeing all regulatory matters and compliance issues related to the Bluetooth ecosystem, including spectrum, infrastructure, public safety, and privacy policymaking.

• The role demands a transformational leader with a proven track record in driving global initiatives and managing multi-cultural teams
• The ideal candidate will be a visionary thinker, passionate about their work, and possess the ability to inspire
• Experience with international regulatory requirements and the markets served by the company is essential
• The Senior Director will be expected to demonstrate excellent collaboration, influencing, facilitation skills, be a pragmatic, customer-focused individual with the ability to manage key priorities effectively

Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain and cultivate relationships with third party organizations on behalf of Bluetooth SIG and its members
• Develop support for Bluetooth SIG board-approved policy priorities
• Coordinate with internal member company units to ensure alignment and communication of regulatory positions

Regulatory Program:

• Oversee SIG Regulatory program
• Chair the Regulatory Expert Group
• Manage Bluetooth SIG regulatory strategy and implementation (U.S. and international)
• Facilitate technical input to regulatory bodies
• Build coalitions among members for regulatory engagement
• Represent SIG in spectrum-related technical conversations
• Motivate members to inform policymakers of SIG-supported policy positions
• Participate in third-party events to advance SIG’s goals
• Align member company positions for unified government/regulatory engagement
• Develop and present regulatory and policy communication materials
• Coordinate with SIG’s communications team for aligned messaging
• Collaborate with SIG’s engineering team on licensing and spectrum strategy
• Guide spectrum sharing studies in collaboration with the Regulatory Expert Group
• Monitor global regulatory trends and activities
• Effectively manage global support personnel and consultants as needed
• Travel as required

Skills and Requirements

• Expert-level knowledge of existing and potential Bluetooth technologies
• 10+ years in wireless telecommunications regulatory processes
• 5+ years of Bluetooth regulatory experience
• Experience with FCC, ETSI, and other national/international regulatory bodies
• Proven ability to manage proposals for regulatory submissions
• Quick learner in ambiguous environments
• Strong strategic and critical thinking
• Deep understanding of technology standards development
• Experience with spectrum regulation and policy
• Proven ability to build relationships across competing organizations
• Skilled at presenting technical topics to both technical and general audiences
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Strong consensus-building and relationship management abilities
• Approachable with a people-focused attitude
• Exceptional organizational and analytical abilities
• Able to synthesize complex information and deliver concise messages
• Driven to continuously improve systems, processes, and strategies
• Highly motivated and results-oriented
• Strong planning and execution skills

Who We Are

At the Bluetooth SIG, our belief in the transformative power of connection is what inspires us every day—because connection can create a better world for us all. And it all starts with our staff.

Joining our team is about more than contributing to the most widely used wireless standard and one of the most recognizable brands in the world—it’s about making a meaningful impact. Whether you’re helping drive the next wave of wireless innovation, protecting the integrity of the Bluetooth brand, or supporting the global community that makes it all possible, your work will help shape how the world connects.

We believe connection has the power to unlock new possibilities for people, businesses, and industries—helping create a world that is healthier, smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable. We also know that great work happens when people feel supported, inspired, and valued. That’s why we’ve built a culture grounded in collaboration, respect, and balance—where you can do important work alongside people you admire and still have space to unplug and enjoy life beyond the office.

Our strength lies in our people. By uniting diverse skills and experiences that span continents and culture and fostering an open and trusting environment, we provide a forum where all voices are valued, and the best ideas rise to the top. At the SIG, we operate in constant pursuit of what’s next. Your curiosity and bold thinking will help ensure we pursue big ideas that have the power to change the world.

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