Alibaba Group · 7 hours ago
Alibaba Holding-Director, Federal Government Affairs-Washington D.C
Washington, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$188K/yr - $310K/yr
5+ years expAlibaba Group is a leading global technology company, and they are seeking a Director of Federal Government Affairs for the U.S. to manage engagement with government officials and oversee advocacy initiatives related to various regulatory issues. This role involves developing government affairs programs, fostering relationships with key officials, and providing strategic advice to senior executives regarding government actions and politics relevant to Alibaba.
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Hiring Manager
Klaus Ren
Responsibilities
Manage proactive engagement with and monitoring of relevant government officials and actions related to Alibaba and its ecosystem at the Federal level
Strategically manage Alibaba’s legislative and regulatory advocacy initiatives related to ecommerce, digital services, product safety, intellectual property, technology development and deployment, consumer protection, logistics, customs, export controls, tax, and competition issues
Work within the IGA team to develop and execute a government affairs program for Alibaba in the region which advances its business growth, legislative and regulatory goals, and political objectives
Develop and foster relationships with key officials, engage via industry and government forums and manage relevant consultants and trade associations
Establish solid working relationships with colleagues at headquarters and work closely with colleagues internationally to develop and implement industry and government outreach
Provide senior executives and colleagues with strategic advice and insightful perspectives concerning government actions and politics regarding the industry and Alibaba in particular
Coordinate across internal teams to ensure proper compliance with regulations and follow-through on government messaging
Qualification
Required
At least 5 years of progressively more responsible professional experience
Background in government relations and Agency engagement
Experience working in both the public and private sector
Successful track record managing high-level relationships
Executing innovative government affairs initiatives to achieve corporate business objectives on both the regulatory and client development fronts
Significant relevant business and government stakeholder relationship experience
Clear reputation for ethical conduct
Strong cultural adaptability and keen learning capacity
Strong decision-making and strategic thinking skills
Ability to quickly grasp, address, prioritize and anticipate emerging issues
Ability to recommend positions on issues and suggest changes in strategies as relevant legislative and regulatory processes unfold
Solid relationships and a thorough understanding of key legislative and regulatory processes
Understanding of the role and capacity of third-party stakeholder entities such as trade associations
Strong executive presence with excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to represent the company effectively before relevant stakeholders and audiences
Collaborative style with an ability to work cross-functionally with subject matter experts, senior leaders and key stakeholders
Interactive with the courage and conviction to challenge and defend ideas and strategies
Clear reputation for ethical conduct and unquestionable integrity
Track record of strong, demonstrated results in both political and corporate environments
Ability to evaluate competing interests of industry players and develop successful strategies to steer around obstacles and obtain desirable outcomes
Keen attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-moving and challenging political and policy environment
Demonstrate a sense of urgency with the ability to maintain a clear head in stressful situations
Ability to effectively manage multiple ongoing projects at once while appropriately allocating time and resources
Preferred
Mandarin language proficiency or willingness to learn the language
Benefits
Bonus
Equity and/or cash incentive award
Health care
Other group benefit plans
Company
Alibaba Group
Alibaba Group operates an online marketplace that connects buyers and sellers across various sectors, facilitating e-commerce transactions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Director and Chief Executive Officer
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SVP & Deputy Chief Technology Officer
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