- Develop and implement cluster-specific North American strategies, focused on influencing government decision-making and public opinion, and building relationships with key stakeholders
- Recruit, onboard, and strategically support our network of government relations agencies and lobbyists in North America
- Collaborate with the Group PR Managers to ensure alignment and coordination of PR efforts across regions
- Partner with the ParkMobile Country Director, Marketing team, and PR agency, to develop activities in line with our global strategy
- Educate and guide agencies and the ParkMobile Country Director about how to maximize government relations when it overlaps with PR to achieve joint objectives
- Work closely with the Marketing, Distribution, and Executive teams
- Advise senior leadership on government relations issues, and potential risks, opportunities, and new/changing policies in the North American parking and transportation industry
- Support the ParkMobile Country Director with tools and messaging at meetings, conferences, and public events to advocate for EasyPark Group's interests and promote our position
- Monitor and analyze political, legislative, and regulatory developments in North America that may impact our operations and reputation
- Support the Group PR Managers in monitoring our global reputation, including responding to media inquiries and developing messages in relation to crisis communications
- Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging political issues in North America
- Provide government relations support to other countries on an ad-hoc basis, in line with business requirements
- 8+ years of government relations experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (and a second language would be beneficial)
- Experience of running successful campaigns, ideally overseeing and delivering global or North American strategies
- Network of contacts with business and civic organizations, think tanks, governmental associations, industry associations, and other relevant stakeholders
- Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing government relations strategies
- Accomplished at upskilling and coaching senior leadership about government relations, and vetting new recruits
- Solid leadership skills to build a vibrant and engaged government relations community
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify opportunities, and anticipate and mitigate potential risks
- Experience in crisis management and media relations
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a matrix organization, managing multiple priorities and deadlines
- Experience of managing agencies and budgets
- Strong project management skills
- Unlimited PTO
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- 401K Matching
- Casual Dress
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Work Hours
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Company Social Events - happy hours, outings, and more
- Pet Insurance
- Company Community Service Events
Group Government Relations Manager - Atlanta, United States - Parkmobile USA, inc.
Description
At ParkMobile, we're not just passionate about parking - we're passionate about cities. Our mission is to make city life easier by revolutionizing the parking experience through technology.Millions of people in North America have already benefited from our contactless approach to finding, reserving, and paying for parking on their mobile devices.
We provide services to municipalities, event venues, private operators, college campuses, transit authorities, airports, retail locations, and more.Our smart solutions allow people to pay for parking on their mobile devices or reserve a parking space in advance.
But we're more than just a parking company. Caring for people - our customers and our team - defines who we are.Our diverse group of individuals from different cultures, nationalities, and backgrounds are united by our values of Be Curious, Play Together, and Inch by Inch.
At ParkMobile, a part of the wider EasyPark Group , change is constant, and every team member has the opportunity to impact our future.
By joining us you will contribute to our global vision of making cities more liveable by developing and executing government relations strategies that influence parking policies, promote innovation, introduce solutions to improve urban life, and achieve sustainable business growth.
As our Group Government Relations Manager at ParkMobile, you will play a key role in developing and implementing a range of strategies and tactics to navigate complex North American government regulations, public opinion, and societal expectations.
Although the role is primarily North America-focused, our Public Affairs team works globally, so from time to time you may also be required to provide government relations expertise and support to colleagues in other international markets served by EasyPark Group.
In this role you will:
We don't think one size fits all, but a successful candidate might have the following:
This is an Atlanta-based hybrid role; however, you will work closely with EasyPark Group HQ in Stockholm, where the Chief Communications & Public Affairs Officer is based.
What you'll enjoy about joining our Team:
We believe in work/life balance. Seriously. Our team members well-being is just as important to us as their work. We are humans first, employees second.
We offer a ton of competitive perks, including:
About ParkMobile:
At ParkMobile, we aim to build an inclusive culture where differences are used to inform better creative, strategic, and business decisions.
We look to create a culture where everyone can belong because we believe that people do their best work when they can show up every day as their authentic selves.
ParkMobile is an equal opportunity employer.We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.