Expert, Government Affairs & Policy at Remote

São José da Laje, Alagoas, Brazil -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Feb, 26

Salary

166850.0

Posted On

18 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Government Affairs, Public Policy, Regulatory Landscapes, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Organizational Skills, Attention To Detail, Policy Development, Strategic Decision Making, Networking, Thought Leadership, Analytical Skills, Advocacy Campaigns, Regulatory Engagement

Industry

Human Resources Services

Description

About Remote Remote is solving modern organizations’ biggest challenge – navigating global employment compliantly with ease. We make it possible for businesses of all sizes to recruit, pay, and manage international teams. With our core values at heart and future focused work culture, our team works tirelessly on ambitious problems, asynchronously, around the world. You can find Remoters working from 6 different continents (Antarctica left to go!) and all of our positions are fully remote. We encourage every member of the Remote team to bring their talents, experiences and culture to the table to help us build the best-in-class HR platform. If you are energetic, curious, motivated and ambitious, be part of our world. Apply now and define the future of work! What this job can offer you The opportunity to shape and influence public policy in a fast-growing global company operating at the intersection of technology, work, and regulation Exposure to a wide range of policy issues across multiple jurisdictions Direct engagement with government officials, trade associations, and industry partners A collaborative and supportive environment where your voice and expertise are valued The chance to grow your career by working alongside experienced policy, legal, and communications professionals Flexibility to work remotely and manage your own schedule, while contributing to impactful global initiatives What you bring 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) Experience working remotely is not required but considered a plus Key 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. Practicals You'll report to: Associate General Counsel, Infrastructure Team: Infrastructure Legal Location: For this position we welcome everyone to apply, but will prioritize EMEA based applicants Start date: As soon as possible Remote Compensation Philosophy Remote's Total Rewards philosophy is to ensure fair, unbiased compensation and fair equity pay along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate. We do not agree to or encourage cheap-labor practices and therefore we ensure to pay above in-location rates. We hope to inspire other companies to support global talent-hiring and bring local wealth to developing countries. At first glance our salary bands seem quite wide - here is some context. At Remote we have international operations and a globally distributed workforce. We use geo ranges to consider geographic pay differentials as part of our global compensation strategy to remain competitive in various markets while we hiring globally. The base salary range for this full-time position is $59,300 to $166,850. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location, and our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay for the successful candidate in this role is dependent upon many factors such as location, transferable or job-related skills, work experience, relevant training, business needs, and market demands. The base salary range may be subject to change. At Remote, we foster internal mobility as a key element of our culture of employee growth and development, supported by a compensation philosophy that guarantees pay equity and fairness. Therefore, all compensation changes associated with an internal move will be reviewed by the Total Rewards & People Enablement team on a case by case basis. Application process Interview with recruiter Interview with future manager Team Interview with cross-functional team leader and CLO Bar Raiser Interview Prior employment verification check Remote's Total Rewards philosophy is to ensure fair, unbiased compensation and fair equity pay along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate. We do not agree to or encourage cheap-labor practices and therefore we ensure to pay above in-location rates. We hope to inspire other companies to support global talent-hiring and bring local wealth to developing countries. At first glance our salary bands seem quite wide - here is some context. At Remote we have international operations and a globally distributed workforce. We use geo ranges to consider geographic pay differentials as part of our global compensation strategy to remain competitive in various markets while we hiring globally. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location, and our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay for the successful candidate in this role is dependent upon many factors such as location, transferable or job-related skills, work experience, relevant training, business needs, and market demands. The base salary range may be subject to change. At Remote, we foster internal mobility as a key element of our culture of employee growth and development, supported by a compensation philosophy that guarantees pay equity and fairness. Therefore, all compensation changes associated with an internal move will be reviewed by the Total Rewards & People Enablement team on a case by case basis. The annual salary range for this full-time position is $59,300—$166,850 USD Benefits Our full benefits & perks are explained in our handbook at remote.com/r/benefits. As a global company, each country works differently, but some benefits/perks are for all Remoters: 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 How you’ll plan your day (and life) We work async at Remote which means you can plan your schedule around your life (and not around meetings). Read more at remote.com/async. You will be empowered to take ownership and be proactive. When in doubt you will default to action instead of waiting. Your life-work balance is important and you will be encouraged to put yourself and your family first, and fit work around your needs. If that sounds like something you want, apply now! How to apply Please fill out the form below and upload your CV with a PDF format. We kindly ask you to submit your application and CV in English, as this is the standardised language we use here at Remote. If you don’t have an up to date CV but you are still interested in talking to us, please feel free to add a copy of your LinkedIn profile instead. Not only do we encourage folks from all ethnic groups, genders, sexuality, age, abilities, disability status and any other under-represented group to apply, but we prioritize a sense of belonging. We have 4 ERGs (Women, Disability, Queer, Minorities in Tech) who meet regularly with the People team. During your interviews and beyond, we ask & encourage anybody who needs an accommodation to request one from their recruiter. We will ask you to voluntarily tell us your pronouns at interview stage, and you will have the option to answer our anonymous demographic questionnaire when you apply below. As an equal employment opportunity employer it’s important to us that our workforce reflects people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences and this data will help us to stay accountable. We thank you for providing this data, if you chose to. At Remote, we embrace AI as a valuable tool while prioritizing human creativity and authenticity. We look forward to meeting candidates who balance innovation with genuine expertise and experience. To learn more about Remote's AI guidelines check see here. Please note we accept applications on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities

Develop and direct Government Affairs strategies aligned with Remote's objectives, advising on complex policy positions. Manage responses to regulatory issues and provide counsel to senior leadership on strategic decisions.