Full-Time

Regional Manager

State & Local Public Policy

Posted on 11/21/2024

General Motors

General Motors

10,001+ employees

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

Automotive & Transportation
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$156.2k - $239.3kAnnually

+ Bonus Potential

Mid, Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Remote in USA

Role is categorized as remote; candidates may be based anywhere in the United States.

Category
Legal Consulting
Management Consulting
Consulting
Required Skills
Public Policy
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
  • 5-10 years of Government Relations/Legislative Staff/Public Policy/Lobbying experience
  • Accomplished oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills with significant attention to detail
  • Ability to drive strategy on critical issues of importance to GM
  • Ability to initiate and proactively identify opportunities to better position GM with critical internal and external constituencies and to identify and mitigate challenges to the company
  • Keen political acumen and sound political judgement
  • Ability to self-manage, take initiative, balance multiple priorities, and develop creative approaches to public policy challenges and opportunities
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Be results-driven and act with acute political sensitivity
  • Demonstrated strength in working collaboratively as part of a high-functioning team
  • Ability to travel 10-20% of the time within the United States
Responsibilities
  • Build and maintain relationships with state government officials.
  • Grow relationships with business groups, policy organizations, and trade associations that are key to the company's future.
  • Advocate for public policies and regulations that align with the company's overall interests.
  • Lead advocacy initiatives and execute planning and strategy on several substantial issues favorable to the automotive industry and GM.
  • Provide sound counsel and support to GM's senior leadership, with a focus on GM's future success in the U.S.'s legislative and regulatory climate.
  • Conduct and manage public relations activities and outreach to public officials, with a specific focus on policymakers with ties to GM and whose districts include GM plants and facilities.

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, serving individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by its diverse Board of Directors. The company's goal is to lead in automotive innovation while focusing on electric vehicles and advanced technologies.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$486.7M

Headquarters

Detroit, Michigan

Founded

1908

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What believers are saying

  • Pivot to personal autonomous vehicles could lead to cost savings and efficient capital allocation.
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  • Increased EV charging stations can enhance GM's EV customer base and infrastructure.

What critics are saying

  • Recall of 2025 Equinox EV may harm GM's safety reputation in the EV market.
  • Halting Cruise Robotaxi program could result in a loss of competitive edge in autonomy.
  • Battery production delays and software issues may hinder GM's EV market competitiveness.

What makes General Motors unique

  • GM's focus on personal autonomous vehicles sets it apart from robotaxi competitors.
  • Partnership with ChargePoint enhances GM's EV infrastructure, attracting more EV customers.
  • Dynamic Fuel Management system showcases GM's commitment to fuel efficiency and innovation.

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