Senior Manager, Government Affairs

Baker Hughes•Washington, DC

5d•$161,870 - $300,670•Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves representing the company's interests to the US government and international governments and agencies. Responsibilities include assisting with government contracts, domestic product preferences, gift and gratuity regulations, and former government employee restrictions. The position is involved in long-term efforts, including policy shaping, and advises management on functional and business matters, providing support in decision-making on important subjects. The role also handles communication with colleagues and business leaders regarding policy changes and implementation, requiring the ability to convey complex messages effectively. Additionally, the Senior Manager frequently acts as a project leader for projects involving the business and other functions, with a long-term horizon (2-3 years) and results typically visible after at least two years.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
Minimum of 5 additional years of experience in Government Affairs & Policies.

Nice To Haves

Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
Established project management skills.

Responsibilities

Representing the interests of the company to the US government as well as international governments, and agencies.
Assisting with government contracts, domestic product preferences, gift and gratuity regulations, and former government employee restrictions.
Involved in long term efforts including policy shaping.
Advising management in the function and/or in the business.
Supportive role in decision making about important subjects.
Handles communication with colleagues and business leaders about change of policy and implementation.
Acts frequently as a project leader in projects involving the business and other functions.
Projects have a long term horizon (2-3 years).
Results will be visible after at least 2 years.