Government Affairs Manager
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
We are currently looking for a talented and skilled Government Affairs Manager to be part of our global Government Affairs team to focus on public policy issues related to consumer protection as well as the intersection of privacy and technology. This role will be based in Washington D.C.Job Description
Motorola Solutions is seeking a Lobbyist to support the company’s federal government affairs strategy. This role will focus on building, maintaining, and leveraging strong relationships with Members of Congress and their staff, particularly within the Senate and House Commerce and Judiciary Committees. The successful candidate should have Capitol Hill experience, existing relationships with key stakeholders and the ability to advocate for Motorola Solutions’ priorities related to telecommunications, technology, privacy, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, drones, and other policy issues.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute federal advocacy strategies in support of Motorola Solutions’ legislative and policy priorities
Maintain established relationships and build new connections with Senators, Members of Congress, and senior committee staff on the House and Senate side
Proactively set up and participate in meetings with congressional offices to educate policymakers on Motorola Solutions’ technologies, business interests, and policy positions
Engage regularly with Members and staff of the Senate and House Commerce and Judiciary Committees on issues of importance to Motorola Solutions
Monitor, analyze, and report on legislative and regulatory developments related to telecommunications, data privacy, AI, cybersecurity, drones, and other issues
Prepare meeting readouts and communications for internal and external stakeholders
Participate on trade association calls to stay current on policy developments and coordinate advocacy strategies
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
3+ years of government experience
Strong understanding of the legislative process and relevant committee jurisdictions
Ability to advocate for the company’s policy positions effectively and impartially, irrespective of personal beliefs or persuasions
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills
Preferred Qualifications
Current or former employment with a Member of Congress, who serves or served on a House or Senate Commerce or Judiciary Committee
Possess established working relationships with key members and staff in both the House and Senate, and demonstrate the ability to independently schedule meetings
Experience working on issues relevant to Motorola Solutions, including technology policy, telecommunications data privacy, AI, cybersecurity and drone-related policy
Travel
Occasional domestic travel may be required
Target Base Salary Range: $160,000 - $180,000 USD
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.
Basic Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree
3+ years of government experience
Travel Requirements
10-25%Relocation Provided
NonePosition Type
ExperiencedReferral Payment Plan
YesOur U.S. Benefits include:
Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
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