Scout Motors needs a Principal, Trade Policy to develop, implement and manage government affairs and public policy initiatives to advance the company's interests.
Requirements
- Minimum 8 years of experience in governmental affairs, advocacy and public policy
- Ability to build strong relationships and persuasively communicate messages at all levels of government
- Ability to develop and advocate for novel public policy positions and initiatives
- Strong knowledge of trade processes and political contexts of those processes
Responsibilities
- Build the thesis, structure, and implementation strategy for Scout Motors' trade policy
- Develop strong relationships with key trade policymakers
- Engage in advocacy efforts both directly and through selected trade and other associations
- Support the development of trade policy positions and strategies
- Advise internal leadership on the changing trade landscape
- Represent Scout Motors through participation and activity in industry and advocacy groups
- Identify, track, and report to senior management on legislative efforts and regulatory matters
Other
- Minimum 8 years of experience in governmental affairs, advocacy and public policy, automotive industry preferred
- Ability to work well across departments and strengthen company culture through effective collaboration
- Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, time-management, and organizational skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Ability to travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time
- Location: Tysons, VA
- Competitive insurance, 401(k) program, generous Paid Time Off, and paid parental leave
