Sr. Advisor, Government Affairs

Government Affairs, Global Public Policy

Strategic partnerships with government and industry groups are crucial to the success of Dell Technologies. To drive human progress through ground-breaking technology, we must forge strong relationships with influential people and we must develop our own influence with key members of government. Government Relations is at the heart of this vital work – from liaising with leaders of government and industry, to preparing policy briefings for pending legislative actions. As thought leaders, the team helps to inform public policy and secure a place for Dell Technologies in important government forums and industry group meetings. Government Relations is at the heart of this vital work – from liaising with leaders of government and industry, to preparing policy briefings for pending legislative actions.  As thought leaders, the team helps to inform public policy and secure a place for Dell Technologies in important government forums and industry group meetings. 

Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a Sr. Advisor, Global Public Policy on our Government Relations Team in Washington, DC.

What you’ll achieve
As a Government Affairs Sr. Advisor, you will join the Global Government Affairs team as an advocate for Dell’s key business priorities in the US government and with foreign government representatives in Washington, DC.  You will contribute your political and governmental expertise to decision-driving discussions among internal and external stakeholders; and serve as a highly visible representative of Dell’s values and priorities with Federal policymakers, NGOs, and other relevant stakeholders.

You will:

• Interact with government officials on behalf of Dell and advance the company’s business priorities

• Establish, develop, and maintain Dell relationships with US and foreign policymakers

• Develop and execute proactive and reactive advocacy strategies relating to priority issues; Working with other functions, devise strategies designed to enhance Dell’s reputation and thought leadership

• Regularly present to and update internal and external audiences on policy developments critical to Dell’s global business objectives 

• Work closely with Global Operations, Legal, and other company stakeholders on business priorities as they relate to government policies and policymakers 

• Monitor, track, and influence relevant policy proposals; proactively inform relevant legal and business leaders of emerging policy trends impacting Dell’s business or compliance interests   

Take the first step towards your dream career
Every Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here’s what we are looking for with this role:

Essential Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field is required with 8+ years of related experience with governments in the United States and around the world

• Strong understanding of international trade and national security policy issues and legislative/regulatory processes.  

• Extensive political and policy experience, including contacts on in the Executive Branch

• Aptitude to work collaboratively within a small, fast-paced team 

• Comfortable interacting regularly with senior leaders 

• Proven ability to collaborate with other internal teams (e.g. Communications, Sales, Marketing, Legal, etc.) 

• Proven ability to work, lead and collaborate with other internal teams (ex. Communications, Public Affairs, Sales, Marketing, Legal, etc. 

• Demonstrated ability to operate with integrity and within standards of ethical conduct 

Desirable Requirements

• Deep policy expertise or experience in international trade and/or export controls and related national security issues 

Compensation
Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $153,850 - $199,100.

Benefits and Perks of working at Dell Technologies
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Who we are

We believe that each of us has the power to make an impact. That’s why we put our team members at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we’re looking for you.

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