External Affairs Manager

Company: Collabera
Location: Chandler
Posted on: June 4, 2025

Job Description:

Client: Telecommunications Service Provider

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Title: External Affairs Manager
Location: Chandler, AZ
Duration: 12 Months
Schedule: 20-30 hours per week (flexibility required; in-office day may vary)(Hybrid Model)
Expenses: Includes cell phone bill

Top Skills:

Telecom is nice to have, but not required
Heavy Government experience is needed
Basic MS Office Suite experience is required
Previous Project Management experience is nice to have

Job Summary:

As the External Affairs Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing Client's external affairs strategy.
You will build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, industry associations, third party organizations, and community groups, to advance Client's priorities and achieve business outcomes.
Your deep understanding of regulatory and policy landscapes in the industry will help you navigate complex challenges and provide strategic advice to the executive team.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a comprehensive external affairs strategy aligned with the national strategy that supports Client's business objectives and elevates its brand in the industry
Represent Client as a thought leader in meetings with government officials, industry associations, third party organizations, and community groups, advocating for policies and regulations that support the company's growth and competitiveness
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including elected officials, regulatory agencies, industry associations, and community groups
Manage local and state level lobbyists
Monitor regulatory and policy developments at the local and state levels and provide strategic advice to the executive team on how to respond to these changes
Drive positive corporate reputation through community involvement and engagement, including local media coverage where appropriate
Collaborate with business units and internal teams, including Legal, External Communications, and Public Policy, to ensure that Client's external affairs efforts are aligned with its overall strategy and communications

Qualifications / Education:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Telecommunications industry experience preferred; related or similar industry experience required
8+ years of experience in external affairs or a related field, with a proven track record of success in building relationships with government officials, third party organizations, industry associations, and community organizations
Strong understanding of the regulatory and policy landscape in the telecommunications industry
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility with a wide range of stakeholders
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and navigate complex regulatory and policy challenges
Strong leadership and management skills, with experience managing teams of geographically distributed professionals.

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