Regional Public Affairs Lead

Aquent is partnering with a pioneering company at the forefront of reinventing personal transportation, driven by passion and purpose. This organization is building the future of mobility, creating and amplifying a story that excites users, motivates its team, and fosters strong relationships with local communities and partners. Join a creative, collaborative environment where innovative ideas thrive, all united by a singular mission to transform how people move.

**Make a profound impact as a Regional Public Affairs Lead!**

This is a unique opportunity to shape the public affairs strategy across a dynamic portfolio of markets. You will be instrumental in navigating complex local landscapes, fostering crucial relationships, and driving the successful integration of groundbreaking transportation solutions into communities. Your expertise will directly influence market development, ensuring alignment with business milestones and regulatory timelines. If you have deep roots in public affairs, a sharp instinct for local politics, and the confidence to represent a visionary company in any setting, you are the leader we need to help build the future.

You will play a pivotal role in:

* Building regional public affairs strategies for diverse market portfolios, assessing community conditions and political landscapes to guide engagement levels at each stage of market development.

* Collaborating with in-market consultants to develop comprehensive market plans and achieve strategic goals.

* Cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with senior community stakeholders, including civic leaders, neighborhood associations, coalition partners, and key non-elected influencers across your markets.

* Supporting strategic mapping efforts in coordination with internal policy experts and consultants, identifying advocates and opportunities within your regions.

* Overseeing the design and execution of community activations and events, ensuring each initiative aligns with market-specific objectives.

* Identifying, cultivating, and mobilizing local advocates to champion the company's mission.

* Working cross-functionally with internal policy, operational, and communications and marketing teams to ensure community efforts are aligned with business priorities and regulatory timelines.

* Providing regular intelligence briefs to leadership on community sentiment, political developments, and emerging risks or opportunities across your region.

* Travel may be required to various locations across the United States, depending on business needs.

**Required Qualifications**

* Bachelor's degree preferred with 8 to 10 years of experience in public affairs, government relations, community organizing, or related fields.

* Demonstrated experience supporting and coordinating with consultants or agencies and collaborating effectively across diverse internal teams.

* Strong political and community instincts, with a proven track record of navigating complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

* Ability to operate independently across multiple markets while maintaining tight alignment with a central team.

* Persuasive communication skills, capable of representing the company effectively at community meetings, civic hearings, and senior stakeholder conversations.

* Experience in technology, transportation, or other regulated industries.

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