Senior Policy Manager, Urban Solutions

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Manager to join their Policy team, based in New York City. You will be an instrumental member of the team in charting strategic growth opportunities, developing new local partnerships, and interfacing directly with state and city leaders, with a focus on the growth and success of one specific program. The Senior Manager will be dealing with regulatory and government issues as a pivotal part of the mission to eliminate private car ownership and foster public policies that reclaim streets for people. Come join the exciting ride!

Responsibilities

• Represent the company in all interactions with elected officials, government officials, and staff via face-to-face meetings, events, and remote lobbying.
• Attend high-profile events with key elected or appointed leaders in person.
• Create and execute the public policy and advocacy strategies to improve the regulatory environment for the program.
• Track legislation relevant to the company at municipal, county, and state levels by engaging elected officials directly at City Halls and State Houses
• Work cross-functionally with internal senior management on developing public policy priorities that advance the company’s operations and business interests
• Work closely with internal legal, compliance, marketing, communications, and operations teams on developing market strategy
• Lead or co-lead one to two internal policy workstreams with a national scope.
• Manage a team of top-notch external policy consultants to schedule face-to-face meetings with elected officials, track legislation, and carry out lobbying campaigns in service of business priorities
• Develop and advocate for policies that support the growth of biking and walking, transit and new mobility options by nurturing relationships with elected officials and non-profit leaders, attending in-person events to represent the business when local leaders are present, and leading advocacy campaigns for the company.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in policy, government affairs, campaigns, and/or business development.
• Strong existing transportation, government, and advocacy relationships.
• Proven entrepreneurial and scrappy spirit
• Exceptional strategic and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding (and sometimes unstructured) environment. You can prioritize and execute while maintaining long-term strategic focus.
• Self-starter; intrinsically motivated but also a good teammate
• You love the art of a deal and are a “closer”
• Natural connector and relationship builder
• A love of travel (lots of travel, often last-minute)
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation) - you know how to tell a good story and advocate your position
• Passion for transportation, public transit, urban planning, politics, and sustainability

Compensation: $60 - $85 per hour

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