Government Affairs & Strategic Partnership Lead
FlixTravel company
New York, United States$120,000.00 - $140,000.00 USDLead
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About the role
TL;DR
Lead market expansion by securing infrastructure access and managing government partnerships.
- •As the Government Affairs Strategic Partnerships Lead, you will lead market expansion by securing access to critical infrastructure, managing relationships with key stakeholders, and driving operational success in a highly regulated environment.
- •You will develop strategic partnerships with public and private entities, navigate complex government processes, and ensure compliance while establishing access to high-value transportation hubs across the country.
- •Key Responsibilities Secure high-impact locations for bus stops and stations by leveraging government relationships and private-sector negotiation skills Build and maintain strategic relationships with government agencies, municipal councils, and regulatory bodies to support business growth Lead region strategy and align commercial objectives with government policies by identifying opportunities and mitigating regulatory risks Represent the company in discussions with transportation authorities and media and prepare materials for hearings and public consultations Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Communications or a related field 7+ years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or real estate development, including work with government entities Demonstrated success in owning business strategy and securing agreements with government agencies or private stakeholders to support business growth 2+ years of project management experience with strong knowledge of transportation regulations and public transit systems
Required skills
Business DevelopmentPartnership ManagementProject ManagementNegotiationPythonAWSGit
Domain expertise
logisticstravel
Benefits & perks
Comprehensive Wellness Coverage, 401(k) Matching, Flexible Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, Company Paid Life Insurance, Lifestyle Spending Account, Tuition Support, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, Work from (M)Anywhere
Tech stack
PythonJavaScriptReactNode.jsAWSDockerKubernetesGitLinuxJiraConfluenceSlackExcelPowerPoint
