Director of Government Relations & Policy, US & Canada

Lead and implement government affairs and public policy strategy across the US and Canada. Cultivate relationships with federal and state officials, trade associations, and industry partners; coordinate advocacy with legal and communications; manage external consultants and government-facing engagements; and keep senior leaders informed about the political and regulatory landscape.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Chief Policy Officer
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance in policy activities
• Develop and implement government affairs and public policy strategy
• Cultivate relationships with federal and state government officials
• Oversee government and consultancy relationships
• Engage with digital trade associations and industry partners
• Lead outreach to federal and state digital governance organizations
• Coordinate advocacy priorities with Legal and Communications
• Develop policy positions, stakeholder maps, and advocacy action plans
• Support country-level advocacy strategies and related initiatives
• Inform senior executives about political and policy developments

Requirements

• Proven track record in US public affairs and public policy development
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in policy settings
• Experience identifying and engaging stakeholders at federal and state levels
• Strong commercial awareness and diplomatic judgment
• Demonstrated relationship building with senior leaders
• Ability to translate complex digital concepts into policy recommendations
• Pragmatic decision making under ambiguity and urgency
• Experience managing multiple policy initiatives simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Stellar judgment
• Deep understanding of digital identity, data privacy, and associated policies
• Track record of driving compliant projects in complex regulatory environments
• Established relationships with government officials and digital policy stakeholders
• Knowledge of public affairs, media landscapes, and digital/social media strategies across various geographies

Benefits

• Open and collaborative office space in downtown San Francisco
• Unlimited PTO
• Monthly phone reimbursement or company device
• Daily DoorDash credit for in-office meals
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Competitive long term incentive package
• Mental health benefits
• Life insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Professional development stipend