Vice President, Government Affairs @ Fivetran
About The Position
Fivetran is seeking a Vice President of Government Affairs to lead its government relations and policy strategy at a pivotal moment for data infrastructure and AI. As organizations increasingly rely on Fivetran’s automated data integration platform to centralize, secure, and transform their data, the need for proactive engagement with policymakers and regulators has never been greater. Reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer, the VP of Government Affairs will define and execute Fivetran’s approach to lobbying, political engagement, and public policy. This highly strategic, externally facing role will influence policy outcomes, build relationships with key decision-makers, and coordinate company-wide engagement on government affairs. The successful candidate will partner closely with executive leadership to elevate Fivetran’s presence in policy discussions and navigate complex regulatory and competitive dynamics.
Requirements
- 12+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or political strategy
- Proven track record in tech or highly regulated industries
- Deep expertise in U.S. political and regulatory systems
- Strong network across federal, state, and local stakeholders
- Exceptional communication and influence skills
- Ability to operate independently
- Ability to shape policy narratives in a fast-moving environment
Responsibilities
- Building and owning Fivetran’s government affairs function
- Designing comprehensive lobbying and policy engagement strategies
- Developing political engagement initiatives
- Establishing relationships with policymakers, regulators, and industry coalitions
- Leading the development of policy positions
- Deploying AI-enabled policy tracking
- Supporting regulatory strategy
- Acting as the central point for all government affairs communications
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
No Education Listed
