Managing Director, Government Affairs

WHO WE ARE

The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association that represents all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. Our members provide electricity for more than 250 million Americans and operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. As a whole, the electric power industry supports more than 7 million jobs in communities across the United States. In addition to our U.S. members, EEI has more than 50 international electric companies as International Members, and hundreds of industry suppliers and related organizations as Associate Members.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE MANAGING DIRECTOR, GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS:

The Managing Director, Government Affairs will advocate and advance EEI's policy priorities with Congress, the Administration, and across the federal policy landscape. This individual will report to senior advocacy executives while overseeing a team of government affairs professionals and driving EEI’s advocacy efforts on all issues related to energy and the electric power sector—including the Federal Power Act, grid security, transmission, electrification, supply chain challenges, energy storage, energy efficiency, federal agency energy issues, and environmental regulations.

Other important responsibilities of the Managing Director, Government Affairs:

• Provide leadership over EEI’s federal advocacy portfolio, setting long-term strategic priorities, guiding policy positioning, and ensuring alignment with EEI’s organizational objectives and member company needs.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of government affairs staff, ensuring coordinated advocacy efforts, professional development, and a high-performance culture.
• Develop and oversee comprehensive strategies to advance industry goals across relevant energy issues, including direct advocacy, coalition building, strategic communications, and third-party engagement with energy, business, and policy partners.
• Ensure cross-departmental collaboration with Legal, Environment, Security & Preparedness, Communications, and External Affairs to develop integrated policy materials, legislative language, educational resources, and testimony used by EEI staff, member companies, and external stakeholders.
• Oversee the development and approval of legislative proposals, amendments, letters, and testimony, ensuring they clearly articulate EEI’s positions and reflect unified industry priorities.
• Represent EEI as a spokesperson and policy expert at high-level meetings, , conferences, and industry forums.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with Senators, Members of Congress, Congressional staff, Administration officials, and key external stakeholders to ensure that EEI’s priorities are effectively communicated and incorporated into federal legislation and regulatory actions.
• Advise EEI senior leadership and member company executives on emerging policy issues, political dynamics, and strategic opportunities to influence federal policy outcomes.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in political science or public policy or equivalent work experience. In addition:

• 15 years of experience in the federal legislative and political process and an ability to manage and coordinate legislative activities.
• Established relationships with Members of Congress, Congressional staff, Administration and various outside stakeholders and third-party groups.
• Demonstrated success managing and developing teams within a government affairs or public policy environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences, including government officials, EEI members, and senior leadership.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Ability to work effectively with a broad range of staff and external stakeholders.
• Travel is required to various EEI meetings and meetings with external stakeholders.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should apply online through EEI’s career site. EEI uses Clear Company as our applicant tracking system. An application is considered when all required fields are completed.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this role is $190,000 – $290,000. Starting annual salary will be determined on individual qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness incentives and programs, transportation subsidy, and professional development opportunities. The role is eligible for a performance-based bonus.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EEI is committed to providing a productive and safe environment. To achieve that goal, we conduct background and reference check investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Equal Opportunity Employment M/D/F/V.

Salary : $190,000 - $290,000