State & Local Public Policy & Government Affairs Manager

Equinix•Ashburn, GA

1d•$174,000 - $262,000•Onsite

About The Position

Equinix’s One Legal team is seeking a State & Local Public Policy & Government Affairs Manager to advance the company’s public policy and government affairs agenda across key U.S. markets. The role focuses on state and local advocacy, community engagement and outreach, and supporting Equinix’s state, local, and education (SLED) public sector business. The manager will engage with political leaders, government officials, and local communities to explain Equinix’s products and services and help foster an environment that supports the growth of critical digital infrastructure. The position primarily covers states and locations where Equinix has a physical presence and conducts business, including but not limited to Virginia, Georgia, New Jersey, and Florida. It also involves coordinating consultants and contingent workers across the U.S. East territory, collaborating with senior leadership and Corporate Communications, and participating in policy coalitions and trade associations.

Requirements

5–10+ years of experience in government relations positions.
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong executive presence and ability to communicate confidently and effectively with senior leadership.
Bachelor’s degree.

Nice To Haves

Prior service in state, local, or federal legislative or regulatory bodies.
Law or master’s degree.
Experience with digital infrastructure.
Experience with community engagement.
Experience with environmental and sustainability standards or corporate energy use.
Experience with government procurement and appropriations policy.
Experience with local and state tax policy issues.

Responsibilities

Identify emerging public policy issues related to the company’s mid- and long-term business plans, and develop policy positions, strategies, and analyses to influence the external environment and advance business priorities.
Lead the day-to-day portfolio of the company’s public policy and government affairs agenda at the U.S. state and local level, primarily where the company has a physical presence and does business.
Work with internal and industry stakeholders to develop and execute strategies for meaningful local community engagement and promote an accurate, positive understanding of the company and industry.
Develop and execute public policy strategies that support the company’s public sales teams in state, local, and education (SLED) markets.
Oversee consultants and contingent workers across the U.S. East territory to ensure priorities are executed and deliverables completed.
Participate in developing the company’s public policy agenda through regular meetings and ongoing communications with senior leadership teams.
Participate in public policy coalitions and trade associations aligned with the company’s agenda, and serve as a key point of contact for the company’s participation.
Develop working relationships with policymakers and regulators to advocate for the company’s public policy agenda.
Develop internal resources to educate employees about the company’s public policy and community engagement agenda.
Work with Corporate Communications to develop strategic messaging that educates policymakers and communities about Equinix’s role in digital infrastructure, business priorities, economic contributions, and environmental and social sustainability commitments.