Managing Director, Government Affairs

Summary

Join AMP, a leading AI-powered waste sortation company, as their Managing Director of Government Affairs. Reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer, you will champion local and state legislative and regulatory advocacy, building relationships with key stakeholders. This role demands strong leadership, policy expertise, and a commitment to community building. You will monitor legislative issues, develop strategic relationships, drive business growth, and lead advocacy efforts. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and equity grant. The role is fully remote with regular travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 8-15 years of experience in project development, government partnerships, community organizing, political campaigns, and/or policy advocacy
• Strong time-management, planning, and organizational skills
• Motivational self-starter with ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work within the parameters of a gated and deadline driven environment
• Ability to recognize and address problems with expedited solutions
• Demonstrated leadership and relationship management skills
• Ability to take part in collaborative efforts with peers and colleagues
• A strong commitment to building community
• High attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on legislative and regulatory issues impacting AMP, with a focus on waste and recycling policies
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with government officials, policymakers, and stakeholders to support waste diversion goals
• Drive business growth by identifying and pursuing new opportunities, leveraging government contacts, and developing pricing strategies compliant with regulations
• Lead advocacy efforts, securing funding, project support, and policy changes through collaboration with lobbyists and influencers
• Serve as a national policy expert, supporting state and local go-to-market strategies and key account development
• Collaborate with internal teams on sales, marketing, operations, and project development
• Represent AMP at industry, government, and community events

Preferred Qualifications

• A background with waste and recycling
• Relevant Master’s Degree (MBA, MPA, etc.)

Benefits

• Salary & Compensation Information: $195,000 - $210,000 per year plus bonus
• Equity Grant: The candidate selected for this role will be recommended for a stock option grant commensurate with the position and the candidate’s qualifications
• Medical - The company covers between 78% to 100% of the premium for Cigna medical healthcare plans depending on the selection
• Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance: The company covers the cost of Basic Life / AD&D 1 x Salary, option to purchase additional through New York Life
• Benefits start the day you start
• HSA Eligible Health Plans, Employer Monthly Contributions on Dependent and Individual Plans
• 401(k) retirement plan (non-matching)
• FTO - Flexible Time Off
• 6 Accrued Sick Days
• Eight (8) paid holidays