Senior Advisor, State Government Relations

Senior Advisor, State Government Relations

Location: Baton Rouge, LA, US, 70805 Company Name: ExxonMobil

The State Government Relations Advisor will be responsible for leading ExxonMobil's state government relations function in Louisiana and other states within the Southeast Region and working collaboratively with State Government Relations team members. This role will be responsible for advancing the company's strategic government and regulatory plan in Louisiana, and for ensuring strong relationships with regulators and state government leaders throughout the Southeast Region.

The successful candidates will work to track, identify, analyze and influence regulatory and legislative policy. The Advisor will enhance existing and future capabilities of the state government relations team by building relationships with key stakeholders and deliver strategic advocacy communications.

The Advisor will identify key opportunities to engage with state lawmakers, through the development of a network that can be leveraged to expand the company's business. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading direct engagement with policymakers and indirect advocacy via trade associations and other external resources.

Work collaboratively with State Government Relations team members to support the execution of policy positions and strategies to advance the interests of ExxonMobil in the Southeast Region. Monitor the development of political and related business issues that affect the company's reputation; execute strategies for addressing each issue and deploy resources to ensure management of issues and best practices to ensure consistent approach across priority policy initiatives. Support the development and dissemination of positions to advance ExxonMobil objectives, including developing campaigns to shape legislation and public opinion.

The successful candidate will demonstrate hands-on leadership, bringing a high-level focus and involvement to drive government relations strategy and development and program execution. Skills and Qualifications At least 10 years of experience working with Louisiana policymakers A solid professional and personal reputation for integrity and follow-through; trustworthy with confidential information An eagerness to execute a hands-on approach to build credibility, relationships, and knowledge within the company A detail-oriented professional with excellent written, analytical, and organizational skills, and a track record for delivering results. The ability to drive a quality work product through internal reviews and under time constraints Strong organizational skills with an ability to support multiple projects in a rapidly evolving environment while meeting deadlines Outstanding personal communicator with the presence to represent the company at industry forums and events, legislative arenas with stakeholders, partners, and trade associations; and a track record of nurturing positive relationships with policymakers and staff The ability to persuasively communicate complex concepts and programs into concise and credible messages, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality work

Your benefits An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life. We offer you: Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life. Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match. Workplace Flexibility: We have several programs such as "Flex your Day", providing ad-hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer-term programs such as leaves of absence and part-time work. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing. Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you. Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. More information on our Company's benefits can be found at Please note benefits are subject exclusively to the terms of each plan's governing documents and may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.