Remote · 1 month ago
Expert, Government Affairs & Policy
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$59K/yr - $167K/yrRemote is a company dedicated to simplifying global employment compliance for organizations. They are seeking an Expert in Government Affairs & Policy to shape and influence public policy, engage with government officials, and develop strategies that align with the company's objectives.
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Responsibilities
Develop and direct the application of core Government Affairs strategies and procedures in alignment with Remote’s objectives, helping shape global policy strategy and serving as a key advisor on complex policy positions and organizational philosophy
Independently manage and coordinate Remote's response to significant and unique regulatory issues, conducting in-depth analysis and developing recommendations with senior leaders
Provide counsel and policy insight to senior leadership, guiding long-term strategic decisions and regulatory planning
Build and maintain formal networks and leverage global relationships with regulators, policymakers, and industry bodies to proactively shape the regulatory environment
Act as the recognized internal subject matter expert, providing thought leadership and directing the activities of cross-functional teams (Legal, Compliance, Communications, Product, Operations) on broad organizational projects
Exercise advanced independent judgment to select methods, evaluate criteria, and direct the activities of external consultants, advisors, and lobby groups to maximize policy impact
Represent Remote in consultations, industry forums, and regulatory discussions, collaborating with senior leadership on high-impact or sensitive matters
Define, lead, and oversee the implementation of large-scale, enterprise-wide advocacy campaigns, taking accountability for results that impact the entire function
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of policy frameworks and analytical tools that enhance Remote's approach to regulatory engagement
Qualification
Required
Experience supporting or managing Government Affairs or Public Policy initiatives, ideally in the tech industry
Strong understanding of government processes, policy development, and regulatory landscapes
Experience working cross-functionally with internal teams and external stakeholders
Familiarity with multi-national or complex corporate environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex issues
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Fluent in English (other languages a plus)
Preferred
Experience working remotely is not required but considered a plus
Benefits
Work from anywhere
Flexible paid time off
Flexible working hours (we are async)
16 weeks paid parental leave
Mental health support services
Stock options
Learning budget
Home office budget & IT equipment
Budget for local in-person social events or co-working spaces
Company
Remote
Remote is an employment, payroll, and HR platform for modern, distributed businesses.
Founded in 2019
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$496MKey Investors
SoftBank Vision FundAccelIndex Ventures
2022-04-05Series C· $300M
2021-07-13Series B· $150M
2020-11-01Series A· $35M
Leadership Team
Job van der Voort
CEO
John Kelly
Chief Revenue Officer
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