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Amazon
Boston, MA
Source: Amazon careers · View original posting
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Work hard, have fun and make history with Amazon Public Policy. Amazon is seeking a Principal, Public Policy to create and execute state and local public policy objectives in Massachusetts and several Northeastern states. Like our business interests, our policy issues are broad, forward thinking, and driven by what is best for our customers. The Principal will engage on state legislation, work with outside consultants, and partner with trade associations.
They will also support local government outreach and establish relationships with public officials in communities where Amazon operates. This role will attend policymaker conferences and build positive, lasting relationships. Understanding the big picture, connecting the dots, and creating engagement strategies will be essential to success in this role. This position reports to the Vice President, State and Local Public Policy, and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Key job responsibilities
Work collaboratively with our public policy, communications, legal, and business teams to ensure alignment between business priorities and public policy goals.
Assess and anticipate public policy matters and develop policy positions and strategies.
Oversee and execute external advocacy efforts and key initiatives.
Build positive relationships with state and local policymakers.
Build and manage relationships with trade associations, think tanks, and policymaker organizations.
An ability and desire to travel is required.
This role sits within the State and Local Public Policy team and reports to the Vice President, State and Local Public Policy. The team works collaboratively across public policy, communications, legal, and multiple business partners to ensure alignment between business priorities and public policy goals. As a Principal individual contributor, you will operate as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, leading engagements cross functionally without direct people management responsibilities.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant discipline (e.g. Law, Political Science, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Economic Development)
At least 12 years of relevant public policy experience and a keen working understanding of the US state and local policymaking process and government relations.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location.
Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, MA, Boston - 164,800.00 - 222,900.00 USD annually
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