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Williams-Sonoma, Inc. · 3 months ago

Manager, Government Affairs

3250 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94109, US

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$115K/yr - $165K/yr

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking a Manager of Government Affairs to develop and execute strategies that influence public policy and advocate for the company's interests. The role involves monitoring legislation, building relationships with government officials, and collaborating with internal teams to promote favorable business conditions.

Responsibilities

Track and analyze federal, state, and local legislation, regulations, and public policy initiatives that could affect retail operations, supply chains, and consumer engagement

Develop and implement strategies to advocate for the company's position on key issues, aiming to shape public policy and create a positive business environment

Build and maintain strong relationships with government officials, legislators, regulators, and other key stakeholders to represent the company's interests

Work closely with various internal departments, such as stores, supply chain, manufacturing, finance, real estate, legal, public relations, investor relations and leadership teams, to align advocacy efforts with overall business objectives

Create and deliver compelling presentations, reports, and other communications to effectively convey the organization's positions and priorities to government officials and the public

Partner with other industry organizations and trade associations to form coalitions and amplify advocacy efforts on shared goals

Manage the budget, resources, and timelines for government affairs initiatives and projects

Qualification

Government relationsPublic policy analysisLegislative analysisAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsCritical thinking

Required

A bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, communications, business, or a related field is preferred

Several years of experience in government relations, public policy, legislative analysis, or related roles, preferably within the retail or a similar regulated industry

Strong understanding of government processes, legislative and regulatory frameworks, and public policy issues

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information for diverse audiences

Strong analytical, conceptual, and critical thinking skills to assess policy impacts and develop effective strategies

Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills to cultivate productive interactions with government officials

This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco office Monday through Thursday and Friday as optional in the office