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PepsiCo · 14 hours ago

AI Government Affairs Director

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$126K/yr - $250K/yr

7+ years exp

PepsiCo is a global leader in beverages and convenient foods, and they are seeking an AI Government Affairs Director to strengthen the company's policy standing in artificial intelligence and technology. The role involves monitoring regulatory developments, creating advocacy strategies, and representing PepsiCo with policymakers and stakeholders.

Brand MarketingFast-Moving Consumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturing

Responsibilities

Monitor, prioritize, and advise on public policy developments impacting PepsiCo, ensuring senior leadership is informed and prepared

Develop and implement, with the Senior Director, comprehensive advocacy strategies and campaigns on artificial intelligence and technology related policies

Lead planning and staffing of senior level executives for AI advocacy and thought leadership initiatives in DC

Represent PepsiCo externally on priority issues before policymakers, trade associations, and key stakeholders

Build and maintain a strong network of relationships with lawmakers, staff, industry representatives, and other stakeholders

Coordinate with internal teams—including strategy and transformation, legal and communications—to align policy strategies with business objectives

Carry out strategies and actions with the highest level of integrity and ethics

Qualification

Government AffairsPublic PolicyArtificial IntelligenceRegulatory IssuesAdvocacy StrategiesProfessionalismCommunication SkillsRelationship BuildingOrganizational SkillsStrategic Thinking

Required

Bachelor's Degree

7+ years in government affairs, public policy, or corporate public

Experience with the varied US public policy processes at the state and federal levels, and familiarity with international regulatory issues related to artificial intelligence

Strong verbal and written communications skills, including the ability to communicate with internal and external audiences

Highly proactive and able to navigate ambiguity and complexity while developing successful solutions

Strong relationship building skills and ability to thrive within a rapidly changing environment

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Law, Political Science, International Relations, or Technology Policy

Direct experience engaging with regulators, policymakers, and industry associations

Proven track record in advocacy, lobbying, or shaping legislation related to technology

Works well under pressure with an ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously

Strong organizational skills, ability to focus both on detail and the larger picture

Exhibits a high level of critical/strategic thinking. Recalibrates strategies in response to evolving political and policy landscape

High degree of professionalism and confidence interacting with senior leaders and policymakers

Familiarity with AI standards, ethics, and risk management frameworks

Benefits

Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 25% of annual salary paid out annually and an additional target payout of 10% of annual salary is paid out over 3 years following the end of the performance period.

Long term incentive equity may be awarded based on eligibility and performance.

Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.