General Motors · 14 hours ago
Director, Policy Strategy & Intelligence, Global Public Policy
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$192K/yr - $292K/yr
15+ years expGeneral Motors is a leading automotive company focused on growth opportunities through public policy advocacy. The Director of Policy Strategy will develop policy strategies, manage relationships with external stakeholders, and lead a team responsible for policy research and analysis to support GM's advocacy efforts.
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Responsibilities
Develop and Execute Policy Strategy Options:
Build and manage trusted relationships with key external parties, including thought leaders, think tanks, consultants, and advocacy groups, to better understand and shape the direction of policymaking in the U.S. and other key GM markets globally
Frame various external policy trends, themes, and initiatives into options for GM leaders to build GM’s profile, shape policy, and engage with governmental and non-governmental stakeholders
Use external relationships collaboratively, creatively, and proactively as part of option development and execution to advance GM goals and objectives
Enable Policy Strategy Decision-making
Decision Advantage: Escalate issues that impact priorities and advocacy in a timely manner
Lead team responsible for Issues Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting: Recruit and hire analysts to the team as required and authorized by Global Public Policy. Set team goals, priorities, and production tempo. Proactively identify, monitor, research, and analyze emerging policy and industry trends, risks, and opportunities that impact GM’s operations and goals
Quantitative and Qualitative Research: Conduct quantitative and qualitative research, polling, and analysis to inform advocacy; leverage supporting research resources and external relationships that enhance advocacy and engagement strategies
Content Creation: Develop narratives for research findings; prepare clear and concise analyses with actionable insights on important political and regulatory topics for senior GM leadership
Align Strategy Execution:
Work cross-functionally: Collaborate in Global Public Policy and with key internal stakeholders to refine options, create deeper insights, and/or ensure successful strategy execution
Project Management: As needed, establish and lead ad hoc cross-functional project teams
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree with 15+ years of professional experience in political science, economics, intelligence analysis, international relations, government, public affairs, or a related field
People-leader experience, especially in fast-paced, client-facing analytic organizations
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels and across functions, using both technical and non-technical verbiage (two writing samples required)
Excellent project management skills; Experience setting priorities, meeting deadlines, and managing projects, especially in cross-functional or cross-organizational environments
Proven analytical and deductive reasoning skills; able to translate findings into direct impacts and recommended actions
Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research and analysis (e.g., polling, surveys)
Proven history of successful cross-functional collaboration in fast-paced work environments
Preferred
Clear reputation for ethical conduct, integrity, and confidentiality
Ability to see big picture and translate strategic vision into practical objectives and priorities. Thinks strategically and deals well with ambiguity. Able to adapt and quickly analyze situations
Strong understanding of the Washington, DC, policy development process and ecosystem, especially the formal and informal relationships among stakeholder groups, including political leaders, government departments and agencies, Congress, think tanks and consultancies, lobby and law firms, industry, foreign diplomats, and advocacy groups
Experience working with policy issues for the auto industry strongly preferred (e.g., economic competitiveness, trade policies, environmental issues, manufacturing and supply chains, labor)
Solutions-oriented approach that is proactive and innovative – demonstrates boldness and creativity that is also strategically relevant and results-driven
High level of enthusiasm, persistence, initiative, humor, and experienced judgment to identify priorities, initiate projects, motivate a team, and complete activities with a strong sense of urgency
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement savings plan
Sickness and accident benefits
Life insurance
Paid vacation & holidays
Tuition assistance programs
Employee assistance program
GM vehicle discounts
Company
General Motors
General Motors is an automotive company that designs, produces, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.51BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-10-31Grant· $8M
2024-07-11Grant· $500M
Leadership Team
Mary Barra
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Tony Cervone
Senior Vice President, Global Communications
Recent News
2026-01-24
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