Senior Government Affairs Representative

at  Apple

SUMMARY

Posted: Jun 7, 2024
Weekly Hours: 40
Role Number:200553416
The people here at Apple don’t just create products - they create the kind of impact that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. The Senior Government Affairs Representative will help develop policy and strategy on a range of issues, and handle Apple’s interactions with federal legislators. The ideal candidate will have experience working at a high level in government, as well as working as a policy advocate.

DESCRIPTION

• Design and implement public policy initiatives and engagement strategies with federal legislators, particularly with House Democrats. - Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, as well as with industry trade associations, congressional member organizations and related nonprofit organizations. - Effectively communicate policy priorities and provide feedback with regard to stakeholder policy initiatives. - Draft policy and background materials for relevant meetings and engagement.

• Experience in government, government relations, or other advocacy/engagement roles.

• Experience working in a Congressional or Leadership office or for a Committee, and with extensive knowledge of the legislative process.
• Experience managing a portfolio of policy issues and organizing policy-focused events.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10 years of experience advocating before Congress on behalf of corporations, trade associations, or any other interest group and leading engagement with key congressional member organizations and related nonprofits.
• Knowledge of the policy issues relevant to Apple.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, and ability to concisely summarize complex issues and policies to create advocacy points and strategy.
• Ability to thrive in an ambiguous work environment.
• Proven creative problem solving history, ability to work collaboratively and under pressure.
• Excellent leadership skills and professional presence.
• Highly motivated self-starter and must enjoy a fast-paced environment.
• Team player and willingness to pitch in when necessary.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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