Senior Vice President Of Technology Policy, Edelman Global Advisory

Edelman’s Government and Public Affairs business unit, Edelman EGA is experiencing significant growth in the technology policy and issues management space. As the global elections unfold, we’ve been working with domestic clients, industry associations and multinational organizations to develop strategies to navigate the shifting sands of technology policy, while also developing programs to promote and protect their license to operate.     We’re helping Fortune 500 companies re-conceive their business models and partnering with start-ups to challenge entire markets. Technology is one of EGA’s fastest growing sectors and as the global technology policy landscape evolves, we aim to be the foremost partner for business in shaping the future.    Our technology policy team is helping those companies navigate the increasingly challenging legislative, regulatory and reputational landscape. We are a group of former government officials, campaign strategists, Capitol Hill staffers and technology experts who understand the issues and how to help organizations look around corners and shape favorable policy outcomes in Washington and beyond.     We are looking for a Senior Vice President to join Edelman EGA’s technology public affairs team in Washington DC. You should have a firm grasp of the major issues impacting global technology companies and innovators, understand how issues impact brands, and how brands can protect and advance their reputations by proactively advancing their policy objectives. You should have a good understanding of the policy media landscape and of the third parties working to shape policy discussions. And of course, we are looking for you to be a consummate collaborator, able to work with different disciplines across Edelman’s multiple offerings.  Specifically, we’re looking for an innovative leader who thoroughly understands the dynamics of the policy landscape in AI, accountability, automation, data privacy, cyber security and the role technology plays in economic and national security among other topics. 

What you'll do

·        Work in partnership with clients and prospects to develop comprehensive strategies to successfully navigate domestic and international political, policy and reputational risk. ·        Deliver superior written communications for external and internal audiences  ·        Lead the strategic development and execution of comprehensive earned, owned an paid media campaigns to shape favorable outcomes for clients. ·        Lead multiple client accounts/projects with a focus on setting strategic direction and plans to help clients achieve policy goals ·        Drive new business growth by identifying prospects and leading proposals ·        Collaborate with senior leadership in identifying and developing opportunities for growth ·        Partner with Edelman and EGA marketing to produce intellectual property and events ·        Build relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels ·        Supervise team members by motivating, coaching and consistently providing feedback ·        Serve as daily client contact, addressing timely client issues thoughtfully and effectively ·        Build and manage relationships with third parties and internal business partners to meet client needs; ensuring operational excellence as an extension of internal team ·        Commit to continuous learning; set and pursue stretch goals   About you

·        Possess at least 8-10 years of experience in public relations, technology policy, government or tech media and/or related fields including policy/legislative research, issue advocacy, management consulting, think tanks and publishing. ·        Avid consumer of political, policy and technology media ·        Have experience working in technology, with a specific focus on technology policy issues ·        Public affairs or Capitol Hill experience preferred, but not required ·        Have effectively managed multiple sizable accounts, including financials ·        Have driven new business proposals (and love doing so) ·        Have served as the daily client contact and demonstrate solid client interaction skills ·        Have superior written and verbal communications skills ·        Proven ability to consistently make sound judgments ·        Effectively motivate and manage teams and collaborate well ·        Perform well under pressure and effective at managing competing priorities