Director, Policy Strategy & Intelligence, Global Public Policy

## Job Description

At General Motors, Global Public Policy is a first-in-class team that drives growth opportunities through public policy advocacy. Our business-led advocacy and engagement around the world is built upon four strategic pillars:

* **Profile & Visibility** – Advancing GM’s leadership and relationships with policy stakeholders
* **Strategic Insights** – Providing political and policy counsel that support GM’s operations and goals
* **Policy Development** – Influencing policy to drive growth opportunities
* **Market Development** – Supporting business opportunities through governmental engagement

### Role Overview

The Director, Policy Strategy, will be a key member of GM Global Public Policy’s Strategic Initiative team, which is responsible for identifying and assessing growth opportunities, emerging risks, and long-term trends; informing and strengthening advocacy; and driving enterprise and policy alignment.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Global Strategic Initiatives, the Director will be primarily responsible for:

* Developing policy strategy options around key growth opportunities, risks, and trends.
* Providing insights that enable Global Public Policy decision-making and execution.
* Aligning policy strategy execution across functional elements in Global Public Policy and the broader GM business.

The Director will build and manage relationships with external parties and lead a team of analysts responsible for focused policy research and intelligence. The role requires a candidate who is proactive, strategic, and results-driven, thriving in a collaborative, fast-paced environment focused on enabling GM’s vision of an all-electric future.

### Responsibilities

#### Develop and Execute Policy Strategy Options

* Build and manage trusted relationships with key external parties, including thought leaders, think tanks, consultants, and advocacy groups.
* Frame external policy trends, themes, and initiatives into options for GM leaders to build profile and shape policy.
* Use external relationships creatively and proactively to advance GM goals.

#### Enable Policy Strategy Decision-making

* **Decision Advantage:** Escalate issues that impact priorities and advocacy in a timely manner.
* **Lead Issues Monitoring:** Recruit and hire analysts; set team goals, priorities, and production tempo. Proactively identify and analyze emerging policy and industry trends.
* **Research:** Conduct quantitative and qualitative research, polling, and analysis to inform advocacy strategies.
* **Content Creation:** Develop narratives for research findings; prepare clear and concise analyses with actionable insights for senior GM leadership.

#### Align Strategy Execution

* **Cross-functional Collaboration:** Work within Global Public Policy and with internal stakeholders to refine options and ensure successful strategy execution.
* **Project Management:** Establish and lead ad hoc cross-functional project teams as needed.

### Required Qualifications

* **Education:** Bachelor’s Degree with 15+ years of professional experience (or Master’s degree with 12+ years) in political science, economics, intelligence analysis, international relations, or a related field.
* **Leadership:** Proven people-leader experience, especially in fast-paced, analytic organizations.
* **Communication:** Strong written and verbal skills; ability to interact with all levels across functions (two writing samples required).
* **Project Management:** Experience setting priorities and managing projects in cross-functional environments.
* **Analytical Skills:** Proven deductive reasoning skills; able to translate findings into recommended actions.
* **Research Expertise:** Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research (e.g., polling, surveys).

### Preferred Qualifications

* Reputation for ethical conduct, integrity, and confidentiality.
* Ability to translate strategic vision into practical objectives; comfort with ambiguity.
* Strong understanding of the Washington, DC, policy ecosystem and stakeholder relationships.
* Experience with auto industry policy issues (economic competitiveness, trade, environment, supply chain).
* Solutions-oriented, proactive, and innovative approach.
* High level of enthusiasm and experienced judgment to identify priorities and motivate a team.

### Compensation & Benefits

* **Salary Range:** $191,500 – $292,300 (Actual salary based on factors such as experience and geography).
* **Bonus Potential:** Incentive pay program based on company, job level, and individual performance.
* **Benefits:** Medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, 401(k) retirement savings, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance, and GM vehicle discounts.

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**Important Notes:**

* **Sponsorship:** GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.
* **Work Style:** This role is categorized as **hybrid** (expected on-site at least 3 times a week).
* **Relocation:** This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

### About GM

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### Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment

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