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Senior Policy Manager, Urban Solutions
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Hybrid
Manager or above
2 weeks ago
2 weeks ago
Job Location: New York Office-(Hybrid)
Job Contract: 12 Months on W2 (Possibility to FTE)
Job Description:
Represent *** in all interactions with electeds, government officials and staff via face-to-face meeting, events and remote lobbying.
Attend high profile events with key elected or appointed leaders in person.
Create and execute the public policy and advocacy strategies to improve the regulatory environment for Client Bike.
Track legislation relevant to *** at municipal, county and state levels by engaging elected officials directly at City Halls and State Houses
Work cross-functionally with *** senior management on developing public policy priorities that advance ***’s operations and business interests
Work closely with ***’s legal, compliance, marketing, communications, and operations teams on developing market strategy
Lead or co-lead one to two internal policy workstreams with a national scope.
Manage a team of top-notch external policy consultants to schedule face-to-face meetings with elected officials, track legislation and carry out lobbying campaigns in service of business priorities
Develop and advocate for policies that support the growth of biking and walking, transit and new mobility options by nurturing relationships with elected officials and non-profit leaders, attending in-person events to represent the business when local leaders are present and leading advocacy campaigns for ***.
Experience:
5+ years of experience in policy, government affairs, campaigns, and/or business development.
Strong existing transportation, government, and advocacy relationships.
Proven entrepreneurial and scrappy spirit
Exceptional strategic and problem-solving skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding (and sometimes unstructured) environment. You can prioritize and execute while maintaining long-term strategic focus.
Self-starter; intrinsically motivated but also a good teammate
You love the art of a deal and are a “closer”
Natural connector and relationship builder
A love of travel (lots of travel, often last-minute)
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation) - you know how to tell a good story and advocate your position
Passion for transportation, public transit, urban planning, politics, and sustainability
Senior Policy Manager, Urban Solutions · HireTalent