Client: Telecommunications Service Provider
Title: External Affairs Manager
Location: Chandler, AZ
Duration: 12 Months
Schedule: 20–30 hours per week (flexibility required; in-office day may vary)(Hybrid Model)
Expenses: Includes cell phone bill

Top Skills:

• Telecom is nice to have, but not required
• Heavy Government experience is needed
• Basic MS Office Suite experience is required
• Previous Project Management experience is nice to have

Job Summary:

• As the External Affairs Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing Client's external affairs strategy.
• You will build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, industry associations, third party organizations, and community groups, to advance Client's priorities and achieve business outcomes.
• Your deep understanding of regulatory and policy landscapes in the industry will help you navigate complex challenges and provide strategic advice to the executive team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive external affairs strategy aligned with the national strategy that supports Client's business objectives and elevates its brand in the industry
• Represent Client as a thought leader in meetings with government officials, industry associations, third party organizations, and community groups, advocating for policies and regulations that support the company's growth and competitiveness
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including elected officials, regulatory agencies, industry associations, and community groups
• Manage local and state level lobbyists
• Monitor regulatory and policy developments at the local and state levels and provide strategic advice to the executive team on how to respond to these changes
• Drive positive corporate reputation through community involvement and engagement, including local media coverage where appropriate
• Collaborate with business units and internal teams, including Legal, External Communications, and Public Policy, to ensure that Client's external affairs efforts are aligned with its overall strategy and communications

Qualifications / Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Telecommunications industry experience preferred; related or similar industry experience required
• 8+ years of experience in external affairs or a related field, with a proven track record of success in building relationships with government officials, third party organizations, industry associations, and community organizations
• Strong understanding of the regulatory and policy landscape in the telecommunications industry
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility with a wide range of stakeholders
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and navigate complex regulatory and policy challenges
• Strong leadership and management skills, with experience managing teams of geographically distributed professionals.