Manager, Government & International Affairs

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

 

 

About the role:

As a Manager, Government & International Affairs, you will help represent Westinghouse interests. This representation will be before the U.S. Government, including Executive Offices and Agencies, and important third parties. These third parties include associations, think tanks, non-governmental organizations, foreign government representatives, and others. You will work with governmental and industry stakeholders to achieve Westinghouse's trade agenda, promoting civil nuclear exports globally. You will provide support in advancing our public policy agenda by implementing our strategic direction. Specifically, as it relates to outreach, messaging and engagement with government officials and their staff, third-party allies, and industry partners on specific, high priority initiatives. You will report to the Vice President, Government & International Affairs and be located at our Washington, DC location. This is a hybrid role.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Be the trusted advisor to the Vice President of Government and International Affairs and senior Westinghouse leaders.

• Help develop and implement advocacy strategies for key our priorities requiring U.S. Government advocacy. Ensure we are included and present in public policy debates affecting Westinghouse interests and businesses.

• Work with Government Relations peers in a, collaborative team environment. Help leverage Westinghouse's participation in outside business councils and trade associations.

• Deliver communications (briefing memos, talking points) to company partners regarding policy developments that could affect the business, ensuring an opportunity to influence outcomes.

• Experience working with the Commerce Department Advocacy Center, and familiarity with the interagency team for civil nuclear exports is a plus.

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of experience in government or private sector dealing with trade advocacy issues.

• Expertise in dealing with high-profile partners such as elected officials, foreign government officials, executives, and a variety of external constituencies.

• Experience with U.S. Government agency policy, including executive agency positions and procedures. Knowledge of energy sector issues a plus.

 

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $130,400 to $163,00 per year.

 

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

 

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options

• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members

• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement

• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays

• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance

• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers

• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service

• Employee Referral Program

 

 

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality

• Integrity and Trust

• Customer Focus and Innovation

• Speed and Passion to Win

• Teamwork and Accountabili