The role will report to the US Government Affairs Director. The position holder will support GE Vernova’s government engagement initiatives in US, representing all business units. Working in close partnership with the Government Affairs leadership team, they will advise on a broad range of governmental legislative, regulatory, and policy issues and lobby on GE Vernova’s behalf, monitor and advise GE Vernova’s global leadership regarding regional macroeconomic policy and regulatory issues that may affect GEV’s interests, and represent GEV at senior levels and interact with relevant third parties.
Essential Responsibilities
Support the mission execution of GE Vernova with focus in US, building strong stakeholder relationships
Inform GEV constituents, including GEV corporate leadership regionally and globally, and GE business leaders, of macroeconomic policy and regulatory trends and developments, and coordinate with those constituents on the development and execution of GEV’s Government Engagement agenda to protect and secure business growth
Partner with GEV businesses to develop and facilitate the execution of the business strategy and priorities in US and provide local market intelligence to the businesses
Lobby and influence on behalf of GE Vernova businesses to promote success for GE Vernova policies and decision making, leveraging expertise with government institutions and government decision-making procedures.
Monitor public policy and provide timely geopolitical analysis
Develop and execute public policy and affairs campaigns to achieve GE Vernova priorities and objectives
Coordinate with other functions such as public affairs, communications, business development, and compliance to ensure effective strategy toward shared goals
Co-lead a broader council of government affairs executives across GE Vernova to develop the strongest approaches toward success on government affairs issues and engagement.
Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor’s degree preferably in political science, public policy, law, or economics.
Minimum 8 years of professional experience working on US government affairs matters, including significant relevant experience with a government, global corporation and/or with an international law or consultancy firm.
Deep knowledge of region government institutions, regulations, policies, funding programs, and priorities
Strong understanding of the decision-making process and procedures, and strong relationships with government officials and influencers in the region.
Demonstrated ability to think and lead on a strategic level within a complex organization
Previous experience in transactional support and funding programs would be a significant advantage
Fluency in English is required
Desired Characteristics
Issue advocacy and influencing skills with track record of successful application on behalf of a corporation or government
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, and to lay out clear, logical and implementable game plans
Proven ability to execute effectively on priority tasks and responsibilities, including linking details to broad outcomes
Ability to build excellent working relationships within a matrix environment at all levels of the organization
Advanced communication skills – both written and verbal
Ability to deal effectively with people and work in diverse multinational teams
Ability to anticipate trends and manage risk
Ability to motivate and inspire others
Ability and willingness to travel up to 15% of the time
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