Head of Government Affairs

Continental•Old Point Station, SC

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a strategic and highly experienced Head of Government Affairs to Lead and Execute the company’s government affairs strategy across North America, advancing business priorities and ensuring alignment with environmental, regulatory, and legislative requirements. Align internal stakeholders and external partners to shape policy outcomes, manage risk, and support broader business objectives. You will serve as a liaison between the company and government entities (State & Federal), Industry associations, and key stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in public policy, political science, law, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in government affairs, public policy, regulatory affairs, or related roles
Experience engaging with U.S. federal and state governments (and Canadian provincial governments as applicable), including advocacy within the private or public sector
Experience in the transportation, automotive, manufacturing, or industrial technology sectors
Exceptional communication (written and verbal) & presentation skills
Strong negotiation, networking and influencing abilities
Executive-level planning, structure and organization
Analytical thinking and problem-solving
Relationship-building and interpersonal effectiveness
Ability to travel up to 30% of the time
18+ months experience of leading people and/or projects
Legal authorization to work in the US is required. Continental is able to offer visa support for individuals who currently hold an existing valid employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Law Degree

Responsibilities

Drive development and implementation of corporate public policy through strategic partnerships with U.S. federal, state, provincial, and local governments (as applicable), as well as relevant industry and trade groups, in alignment with company objectives.
Serve as the company’s primary contact for legislative and public policy matters in North America.
Build and maintain relationships with key government officials, regulators, and industry leaders to promote and protect the company’s interests.
Prepare policy briefings and executive updates, and coordinate (or draft) testimony and supporting materials for pending legislative and regulatory actions.
Provide thought leadership and recommendations that connect strategic and operational priorities with policy positions and advocacy plans.
Ensure appropriate company participation in government forums and industry meetings.
Manage external regulatory and legislative consultants to support monitoring, rulemaking engagement, comments/submissions, and lobbying activities where permitted.
Maintain required local, state, and federal reporting and compliance obligations related to government relations activities.