About this role

Advocate and advance EEI's policy priorities with Congress and the Administration
Report to senior advocacy executives and oversee a team of government affairs professionals
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of government affairs staff
Develop and oversee comprehensive strategies to advance industry goals
Collaborate with Legal, Environment, Security & Preparedness, Communications, and External Affairs
Oversee the development and approval of legislative proposals
Represent EEI at high-level meetings, conferences, and industry forums
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with Senators, Members of Congress, and external stakeholders
Advise EEI senior leadership and member company executives

bachelors degree in political science or public policy or equivalent work experience
15+ years of experience in the federal legislative and political process
Established relationships with Members of Congress, Congressional staff, Administration and various outside stakeholders and third-party groups
Demonstrated success managing and developing teams within a government affairs or public policy environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills

Managing Director, Government Affairs

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