Manager, Public Policy

Amazon • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Amazon is seeking a Manager, Public Policy to develop and execute the company's federal tax public policy efforts. This role involves developing and executing public policy and advocacy priorities on issues related to federal tax policy, working before relevant executive branch agencies and Congress. The manager will also coordinate advocacy work on these issues with consultants, trade associations, and other relevant stakeholder groups. The position requires working collaboratively and transparently with the Amazon tax team to ensure alignment between business priorities and public policy goals. Responsibilities include assessing and communicating potential government activities, developing mitigation or enhancement strategies and positions, and managing and coordinating external advocacy efforts, outreach programs, and key initiatives in concert with business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Law, Political Science, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Economic Development)
• 8+ years of public policy experience
• An ability and desire to travel is required

Nice To Haves

• Experience in regulatory frameworks and policy analysis methodologies
• Experience in working directly with government officials and regulatory bodies
• Experience working on tax public policy

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively and transparently with the Public Policy team, the business, and legal department to ensure alignment between core business priorities and public policy goals
• Manage and coordinate external advocacy efforts, outreach programs, and initiatives in concert with business objectives
• Anticipate challenges and obstacles that Amazon could face as the public policy landscape evolves
• Participate in relevant Washington-based industry associations
• Ensure effective use of outside consultants
• Facilitate high-level meetings with key stakeholders, including Congressional, regulatory, industry association, and partners to promote and advocate the company’s public policy priorities

Benefits

• sign-on payments
• restricted stock units (RSUs)
• 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
• parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager