Sr Director, Federal Government Affairs

RWE

4d•$215,000 - $275,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Director of Federal Government Affairs serves as a strategic leader responsible for shaping, advancing, and protecting the company’s interests before the U.S. federal government. This role leads engagement with senior policymakers, federal agencies, congressional offices, industry influencers, and thought leaders on priority legislative and regulatory matters. The Senior Director will provide expert guidance to executive leadership, shape policy outcomes, and ensure the organization is positioned as a trusted, credible voice on issues that impact the business. This role requires exceptional business acumen, deep policy expertise, and the ability to operate with agility in a fast‑paced political environment. Working in close partnership with internal and external stakeholders, the Senior Director champions a “one team” mindset, driving alignment and enabling enterprise‑wide policy strategies.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in policy management, political science or another related field required
Minimum 10 years of federal government affairs, public policy, Capitol Hill, or agency; minimum 5 years with relevant corporate/association experience required
Demonstrated track record of influencing federal policy outcomes and building trusted relationships at the highest levels of government
Deep understanding of the federal legislative and regulatory process
Ability to quickly interpret complex policy landscapes, connect them to business implications, and inform high‑impact decision‑making
Proven ability to develop and execute political strategies to achieve high priority business outcomes
Ability to communicate effectively to multiple levels in the organization, including executive leadership
Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to work in ambiguity and communicate effectively with team members
Operates with a collaborative, “one team” approach; naturally connects people, priorities, and policy risks/opportunities across the organization

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (Juris Doctor, Public Policy) a plus
Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, law, or related field required; advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as an advisor to the VP of Federal Government Affairs
Proactively gather and assess early, pre decisional legislative and regulatory intelligence and deliver actionable insights across the organization
Monitor and analyze federal policy developments to help the business anticipate shifts and shape outcomes
Build and sustain strong bipartisan relationships with senior government officials, agencies, and influential stakeholders
Represent the company in high level policy discussions, meetings, and coalitions
Advise executive leadership on political and risks, opportunities, and strategic implications
Drive cross functional alignment on advocacy strategies by influencing without authority in a complex, matrixed environment
Clearly communicate complex policy issues through concise briefings, updates, and recommendations
Foster a collaborative, agile, “one team” culture with internal partners across the enterprise
Represent the company with professionalism, integrity, and credibility consistent with top-tier government affairs standards