NA VP of Government Affairs
Prysmian Cables & Systems · United States
Head of Government & Industry Affairs, North America
Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium and low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.
We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.
Core Responsibilities
1. Federal Lobbying & Advocacy
- Develop and execute lobbying strategies with members of United States Congress (House and Senate).
- Build relationships with legislators, chiefs of staff, and committee staff.
- Advocate for or against legislation, regulations, and government actions affecting the organization.
2. Policy Strategy & Analysis
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments (e.g., bills, hearings, agency rules).
- Analyze how policies impact the company or one or more business units or product segments within the company.
- Advise executives on risks, opportunities, and positioning.
3. Executive & Stakeholder Advising
- Brief the CEO and senior leadership on political or policy developments.
- Help shape corporate strategy in light of government actions.
- Coordinate external messaging with legal and communications.
4. Coalition & Relationship Management
- Work with trade associations, think tanks, and advocacy groups, including representing the company in select trade associations as applicable.
- Build coalitions to support shared policy goals.
- Represent the company in public forums, hearings, and industry panels.
5. Regulatory Engagement
- Interface with federal agencies (e.g., rulemaking, public comments).
- Track enforcement trends and regulatory priorities.
6. Political Strategy & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with lobbying disclosure laws (e.g., LDA filings).
- Maintain ethical standards and transparency in lobbying activities.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required; law degree (JD) or master’s in public policy (MPP/MPA) preferred but not required.
- Experience:- 10+ years in government, lobbying firms, or corporate government affairs.
- Prior experience on Capitol Hill, in a federal agency, or a lobbying firm is strongly preferred.
- Established relationships with policymakers and staff in D.C.
- Skills:- Deep understanding of the legislative process
- Strategic thinking and political judgment
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Crisis management and issue advocacy
Work Environment
- Based in or frequently traveling to Washington, D.C.
- Regular meetings on Capitol Hill, at federal agencies, and with industry groups
- Fast-paced, tied closely to legislative calendars and political cycles
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Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.
All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.
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