State Government Affairs Lead

Job Summary

Managing state-specific lobbying campaigns, the full-time Regional Lead - Government & Industry Affairs will oversee external lobbyists, develop relationships with state government officials, and deliver actionable intelligence, all while working remotely from anywhere in the US.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the primary accountability manager for all external lobbyists within the assigned regional portfolio, setting performance expectations and conducting regular assessments
• Translate corporate policy positions into tailored state-specific advocacy messaging, adapting to local political dynamics
• Develop and maintain relationships with state legislators, regulatory agencies, and other key stakeholders within the region

Required qualifications

• 7-12+ years of experience in state government, lobbying, or legislative affairs with exposure to multiple state legislatures
• Demonstrated experience managing external vendors or contract lobbyists against defined deliverables
• Working knowledge of gaming regulation, sweepstakes law, or consumer protection policies
• Strong political credibility with established relationships in the assigned regional portfolio
• Experience in multi-state lobbying roles within fast-moving industries such as technology or gaming