Senior Level Policy Manager Jobs
Senior level policy manager jobs put experienced professionals in charge of shaping organizational policy direction, owning regulatory outcomes, and leading the teams and initiatives that drive implementation. Openings concentrate across Investment & Asset Management and Science & Research, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like Google, Coinbase, and Amazon hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Remote locations: Kansas, USA; Missouri, USA.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 7 years of experience working on technology policy issues within government, industry, think tanks, public interest groups, law, or relevant industry associations.
- Experience within state and local government.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience leading or supporting cross-functional teams to deliver economic development projects, including navigating site selection, permitting and community engagement in heavy industrial sectors.
- Experience with government procurement processes.
- Ability to travel up to 50%.
ABOUT THE JOB
In this role, you will be involved in collaborating with Google Cloud and other internal teams to advance Google’s Cloud business and technical infrastructure needs, leading government affairs and public policy matters within key state and local markets. You will serve as Google Cloud's representative to state policymakers, government executives, IT decision-makers, and key third-party groups in your markets. A crucial aspect of this position is working with Google Cloud stakeholders to support business growth and public policy objectives at the state and local levels, proactively addressing both risks and opportunities. You will also engage with key trade associations vital for advancing Google Cloud’s public policy, infrastructure, and business goals. Google takes its responsibilities seriously, including engaging with government and other stakeholders on important public policy challenges. The Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) team leads the company’s engagement with executive branch officials, legislators, regulators and third-parties in the formation of public policy. Working closely with Google leaders, GAPP seeks to identify key policy issues, listen carefully to others’ views and opinions, and distill and share the company’s perspective on those issues with external stakeholders. While we focus on challenges affecting the internet, our issue areas are increasingly broad and encompass many areas where public policy, business, and technology intersect.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $141000 - $205000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Responsibilities
Learn more about benefits at Google.
- Develop and lead Google Cloud's policy and government affairs strategy for assigned regional states.
- Manage and coordinate a network of contract lobbyists and public affairs firms to advance technical infrastructure and proactive policy engagement.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with governors’ offices, state legislators, local elected officials, state agencies, local permitting authorities, and trade associations.
- Shape and advance the company’s positions on key issues, including government procurement, energy, tax policy, permitting, and infrastructure development. Track and analyze legislation, regulation, and local policy trends that could affect the company’s operations, investment, or growth.
- Partner with internal technical teams and external upstream and downstream stakeholder groups to advance technical infrastructure needs for our users and customers, ensuring a unified approach regarding economic, social, and environmental benefits of Google Cloud investments in new and existing markets.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
INTRODUCTION
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Remote locations: Kansas, USA; Missouri, USA.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 7 years of experience working on technology policy issues within government, industry, think tanks, public interest groups, law, or relevant industry associations.
- Experience within state and local government.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience leading or supporting cross-functional teams to deliver economic development projects, including navigating site selection, permitting and community engagement in heavy industrial sectors.
- Experience with government procurement processes.
- Ability to travel up to 50%.
ABOUT THE JOB
In this role, you will be involved in collaborating with Google Cloud and other internal teams to advance Google’s Cloud business and technical infrastructure needs, leading government affairs and public policy matters within key state and local markets. You will serve as Google Cloud's representative to state policymakers, government executives, IT decision-makers, and key third-party groups in your markets. A crucial aspect of this position is working with Google Cloud stakeholders to support business growth and public policy objectives at the state and local levels, proactively addressing both risks and opportunities. You will also engage with key trade associations vital for advancing Google Cloud’s public policy, infrastructure, and business goals. Google takes its responsibilities seriously, including engaging with government and other stakeholders on important public policy challenges. The Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) team leads the company’s engagement with executive branch officials, legislators, regulators and third-parties in the formation of public policy. Working closely with Google leaders, GAPP seeks to identify key policy issues, listen carefully to others’ views and opinions, and distill and share the company’s perspective on those issues with external stakeholders. While we focus on challenges affecting the internet, our issue areas are increasingly broad and encompass many areas where public policy, business, and technology intersect.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $141000 - $205000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Responsibilities
Learn more about benefits at Google.
- Develop and lead Google Cloud's policy and government affairs strategy for assigned regional states.
- Manage and coordinate a network of contract lobbyists and public affairs firms to advance technical infrastructure and proactive policy engagement.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with governors’ offices, state legislators, local elected officials, state agencies, local permitting authorities, and trade associations.
- Shape and advance the company’s positions on key issues, including government procurement, energy, tax policy, permitting, and infrastructure development. Track and analyze legislation, regulation, and local policy trends that could affect the company’s operations, investment, or growth.
- Partner with internal technical teams and external upstream and downstream stakeholder groups to advance technical infrastructure needs for our users and customers, ensuring a unified approach regarding economic, social, and environmental benefits of Google Cloud investments in new and existing markets.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Senior Level Policy Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level policy manager job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned policy programs end to end, not just supported them. Demonstrated experience leading stakeholder alignment, navigating regulatory complexity, and influencing decision-makers across departments gives candidates a clear edge. A strong portfolio of policy outcomes you drove, combined with evidence of mentoring junior staff or leading cross-functional teams, signals readiness for senior scope.
Which companies hire senior level policy managers?
Companies hiring senior level policy managers right now include Google, Coinbase, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large enterprises, government contractors, healthcare systems, and mission-driven nonprofits that maintain dedicated policy functions and need experienced professionals to lead them.
Are there remote senior level policy manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by sector. About 50% of senior level policy manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the analytical and advisory nature of much of this work. Roles tied to government relations or in-person stakeholder engagement tend to require more on-site presence, while research-heavy or internal policy positions offer more flexibility.
What makes a policy manager role senior level?
Senior level policy manager roles are defined by ownership and scope. Where mid-level roles execute within defined frameworks, senior roles set those frameworks, advise leadership, and are accountable for regulatory or policy outcomes across the organization. They typically involve leading projects with significant organizational or public impact, mentoring junior staff, and representing the policy function in high-stakes internal and external settings.
Which industries hire the most senior level policy managers?
Senior level policy manager roles concentrate in Investment & Asset Management and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to operate under complex or evolving regulatory environments, creating sustained demand for experienced professionals who can translate policy requirements into organizational strategy and lead implementation across teams.