Government Affairs & Policy
This role develops and executes government engagement strategies for AI companies navigating evolving national policy landscapes. Professionals in this position build senior relationships across legislative and executive branches, translate complex technical AI issues into policy positions, and coordinate multi-stakeholder advocacy campaigns—from drafting regulatory submissions to organizing high-stakes government demonstrations. What distinguishes this work from broader corporate affairs is its focus on shaping frontier AI policy at moments of regulatory emergence, requiring deep technical fluency paired with political acumen. These specialists typically embed within dedicated policy teams or report to C-suite executives, serving as primary government representatives and strategic advisors on policy feasibility, timing, and geopolitical implications.
Skills
What companies are looking for in this role.
Building and maintaining relationships with elected officials, regulators, and senior government officials
Developing and executing government affairs strategy across federal, state, and local stakeholders
Monitoring and analyzing legislative and regulatory proposals to identify impacts on organizational priorities
Translating technical and complex policy concepts into clear, persuasive communications for policymakers
Engaging with Congress, federal agencies, and regulatory bodies on legislation and rulemaking
Drafting policy positions, advocacy materials, and regulatory comment submissions
Leading the full lobbying cycle including target identification, meeting execution, and outcome tracking
Coordinating cross-functional teams to align organizational positions on policy matters
Providing legal analysis and advice on technology policy and regulatory compliance
Anticipating and shaping policy developments related to emerging technology domains
Translating organizational technical capabilities and research into policy proposals and advocacy positions
Building stakeholder coalitions and managing diverse perspectives across competing interests
Developing proactive policy positions informed by technical expertise and research insights
Engaging with critical infrastructure and sector risk management communities on emerging technologies
Representing organizations in senior-level meetings, conferences, and bilateral engagements
Communicating organizational voice and perspective effectively across internal and external audiences
Building trust and credibility through listening, transparency, and authentic stakeholder engagement
Navigating complex and sometimes competing stakeholder environments to identify common ground
Advising senior leadership on political feasibility, legislative timing, and strategic recommendations
Managing external consultants, lobbying firms, and government relations partners
Technology
The tools and technologies that define this role.
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