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The Manager, Government Affairs will be responsible for identifying, monitoring, and assessing emerging policy developments; coordinating advocacy efforts; and building relationships with policymakers and external stakeholders. This role will work across a range of issues affecting Ibotta’s business, including emerging policy debates related to artificial intelligence, data and privacy, digital promotions, and other technology and consumer policy issues to support the company’s broader government affairs and public policy strategy. This is an externally facing role that requires travel across the country to meet with elected officials and testify at legislative and regulatory hearings.\nThis position is located in Denver, Colorado as a hybrid position requiring 3 days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Candidates must live in the United States.\nNot based in Denver? We will offer a relocation bonus to help make your move to the Mile High City a smooth one.\nWhat you will be doing:\nIdentify, monitor, and manage local and state legislative proposals that impact Ibotta.\n\nExecute advocacy strategies within assigned jurisdictions in support of Ibotta’s broader government affairs priorities.\n\nCoordinate with external lobbyists and consultants in assigned jurisdictions, including managing day-to-day communication, legislative intelligence, and advocacy activities.\n\nCultivate relationships with local and state lawmakers, regulators, legislative staff, industry partners, and other key stakeholders.\n\nDraft policy position statements, legislative amendments, advocacy materials, and other written materials for internal and external use.\n\nPrepare briefing materials, talking points, testimony, and meeting preparation for engagement with government officials and external stakeholders.\n\nRepresent Ibotta, as appropriate, in legislative hearings, policymaker meetings, stakeholder discussions, and policy forums.\n\nParticipate in industry coalitions and trade associations and coordinate with peer companies and advocacy organizations on shared policy priorities.\n\nPartner closely with Legal, Sales/Business Development, Marketing, and other internal teams to understand business priorities and assess the potential impact of legislative and regulatory developments.\n\nProvide clear and timely updates to the Director of Government Affairs and relevant internal stakeholders on legislative developments, political dynamics, risks, and opportunities.\n\nSupport the continued development of Government Affairs processes, tracking systems, policy resources, and other infrastructure as the function grows.\n\nEmbrace and uphold Ibotta’s Core Values: Integrity, Boldness, Ownership, Teamwork, Transparency & A Good Idea Can Come From Anywhere.\n\nWhat we are looking for:\n5-7 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, legislative affairs, political advocacy, or a related field, with experience navigating state and/or local government.\n\nBachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Government, Law, or a related field preferred\n\nProven understanding of the legislative and regulatory process, particularly at the state and local level.\n\nDemonstrated ability to build productive relationships with policymakers, legislative staff, external stakeholders, and internal partners.\n\nProven project management skills, including the ability to independently manage multiple jurisdictions, legislative issues, and external partners simultaneously.\n\nComfortable representing the company externally, including in meetings with government officials and, as appropriate, before legislative or regulatory bodies.\n\nAbility to analyze complex legislative and regulatory proposals, identify potential business implications, and communicate findings clearly and concisely.\n\nInterest in and aptitude for quickly learning complex and rapidly evolving policy issues, including artificial intelligence, data privacy, technology, and consumer policy.\n\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex policy issues for a variety of audiences.\n\nAbility to operate effectively in fast-moving and sometimes ambiguous policy environments.\n\nAbility and willingness to travel up to 20-25% of the time for legislative sessions, policymaker meetings, industry events, and other government affairs activities.\n\nAbout Ibotta (\"I bought a...\")\nIbotta (NYSE: IBTA) is a leading performance marketing platform allowing brands to deliver digital promotions to over 200 million consumers through a network of publishers called the Ibotta Performance Network (IPN). The IPN allows marketers to influence what people buy, and where and how often they shop - all while paying only when their campaigns directly result in a sale. American shoppers have earned over $1.8 billion through the IPN since 2012. The largest tech IPO in history to come out of Colorado, Ibotta is headquartered in Denver, and is continually listed as a top place to work by The Denver Post and Inc. Magazine.\nAdditional Details:\nThis position is located in Denver, CO and includes competitive pay, flexible time off, benefits package (including medical, dental, vision), Employee Stock Purchase Program, and 401k match. Denver office perks include paid parking, snacks, and occasional meals.\n\nBase compensation range: $110,000 - $125,000. Equity is included in the overall compensation package. This compensation range is specific to the United States labor market and may be adjusted based on actual experience.\n\nIbotta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ibotta’s employment decisions are made without regard of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.\n\nApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.\n\nApplicants are accepted until the position is filled.\n\nFor the security of our employees and the business, all employees are responsible for the secure handling of data in accordance with our security policies, identifying and reporting phishing attempts, as well as reporting security incidents to the proper channels.\n\nRecruiting Agency Notice\n Ibotta does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 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