Government Affairs Manager

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

We are currently looking for a talented and skilled Government Affairs Manager to be part of our global Government Affairs team to focus on public policy issues related to consumer protection as well as the intersection of privacy and technology. This role will be based in Washington D.C.

Job Description

Motorola Solutions is seeking a Lobbyist to support the company’s federal government affairs strategy. This role will focus on building, maintaining, and leveraging strong relationships with Members of Congress and their staff, particularly within the Senate and House Commerce and Judiciary Committees. The successful candidate should have Capitol Hill experience, existing relationships with key stakeholders and the ability to advocate for Motorola Solutions’ priorities related to telecommunications, technology, privacy, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, drones, and other policy issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute federal advocacy strategies in support of Motorola Solutions’ legislative and policy priorities

• Maintain established relationships and build new connections with Senators, Members of Congress, and senior committee staff on the House and Senate side

• Proactively set up and participate in meetings with congressional offices to educate policymakers on Motorola Solutions’ technologies, business interests, and policy positions

• Engage regularly with Members and staff of the Senate and House Commerce and Judiciary Committees on issues of importance to Motorola Solutions

• Monitor, analyze, and report on legislative and regulatory developments related to telecommunications, data privacy, AI, cybersecurity, drones, and other issues

• Prepare meeting readouts and communications for internal and external stakeholders

• Participate on trade association calls to stay current on policy developments and coordinate advocacy strategies

      Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree

• 2+ years of government experience

• Strong understanding of the legislative process and relevant committee jurisdictions

• Ability to advocate for the company’s policy positions effectively and impartially, irrespective of personal beliefs or persuasions

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills

      Preferred Qualifications

• Current or former employment with a Member of Congress, who serves or served on a House or Senate Commerce or Judiciary Committee

• Possess established working relationships with key members and staff in both the House and Senate, and demonstrate the ability to independently schedule meetings

• Experience working on issues relevant to Motorola Solutions, including technology policy, telecommunications data privacy, AI, cybersecurity and drone-related policy

       Travel

• Occasional domestic travel may be required.

Target Base Salary Range: $150,000 - $170,000 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree

• 2+ years of government experience

Travel Requirements

Under 25%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans

• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

• 401K with Company Match

• 10 Paid Holidays

• Generous Paid Time Off Packages

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Paid Parental & Family Leave

• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.