Remote Director of Government Affairs Jobs
Remote director of government affairs jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors from healthcare and technology to energy, finance, and nonprofit advocacy, at trade associations, advocacy organizations, and remote-first corporations building distributed policy teams. Employers hiring remotely right now include Google, KLA, and ZipLine. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Role
The Manager, Government Affairs, represents the company in governmental and regulatory affairs matters at the state and local levels. The role demands a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of the U.S. and state government landscape as well as political, legislative and municipal processes, and a proven track record in corporate government relations. The successful candidate will be tasked with executing GTI's strategic initiatives at a state and municipal level. This role advises GTI leadership on the impact of potential legislative changes and is responsible for supporting the development and execution of GTI's policies and strategies for responding to those changes.
We are building our Government Affairs team and have 3 open positions with a strong preference for candidates to be based in one of the following locations: St. Paul/Minneapolis, MN, Tallahassee, FL, Boston, MA, or Albany, NY but are open to considering candidates local to: Columbus, OH, Chicago, IL, Trenton, NJ, Harrisburg, PA, Philadelphia, PA, Annapolis, MD, or Austin, TX.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with Government Affairs leaders and GTI leadership to develop and execute a comprehensive government affairs strategy aligned with GTI's overall business objective.
- Develop and implement issues-based advocacy campaigns and support business development activities.
- Develop proactive strategies to reach stakeholder groups in furtherance of GTI's public policy priorities.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with government, community, trade and business leaders and key staff to influence public and legislative policy.
- Work with lobbyists and other outside consultants to develop legislative proposals relevant to GTI's business mission and to influence public and legislative policies.
- Work closely with executive management and other internal stakeholders to ensure knowledge and execution of regulatory and legislative strategies and requirements.
- Monitor and anticipate changes in legislative, regulatory, policy and political environments that might affect GTI's business and develop strategies for responding to those changes.
- Represent GTI before governmental bodies and community trade associations where appropriate.
- Maintain collaborative relationships with regulatory agencies, policy makers, and other industry partners.
- Prepare materials and make presentations to GTI senior management as requested.
- Promote a culture of compliance by fostering an environment of open and honest communication with all employees of all levels.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of lobbying, policy, and/or government experience working with regulated industries
- Must be a proactive self-starter who understands details within a larger context and who can anticipate and avoid issues before they happen.
- Must be able to manage people and projects effectively and develop and train team members for future success.
- Flexibility and ability to respond quickly to shifting demands and priorities.
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent judgement; able to handle multiple projects and set priorities.
- Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information.
- Extensive travel required.
Additional Requirements
- Must pass any and all required background checks
- Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
- Must possess valid driver's license
- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
- Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry
The Role
The Manager, Government Affairs, represents the company in governmental and regulatory affairs matters at the state and local levels. The role demands a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of the U.S. and state government landscape as well as political, legislative and municipal processes, and a proven track record in corporate government relations. The successful candidate will be tasked with executing GTI's strategic initiatives at a state and municipal level. This role advises GTI leadership on the impact of potential legislative changes and is responsible for supporting the development and execution of GTI's policies and strategies for responding to those changes.
We are building our Government Affairs team and have 3 open positions with a strong preference for candidates to be based in one of the following locations: St. Paul/Minneapolis, MN, Tallahassee, FL, Boston, MA, or Albany, NY but are open to considering candidates local to: Columbus, OH, Chicago, IL, Trenton, NJ, Harrisburg, PA, Philadelphia, PA, Annapolis, MD, or Austin, TX.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with Government Affairs leaders and GTI leadership to develop and execute a comprehensive government affairs strategy aligned with GTI's overall business objective.
- Develop and implement issues-based advocacy campaigns and support business development activities.
- Develop proactive strategies to reach stakeholder groups in furtherance of GTI's public policy priorities.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with government, community, trade and business leaders and key staff to influence public and legislative policy.
- Work with lobbyists and other outside consultants to develop legislative proposals relevant to GTI's business mission and to influence public and legislative policies.
- Work closely with executive management and other internal stakeholders to ensure knowledge and execution of regulatory and legislative strategies and requirements.
- Monitor and anticipate changes in legislative, regulatory, policy and political environments that might affect GTI's business and develop strategies for responding to those changes.
- Represent GTI before governmental bodies and community trade associations where appropriate.
- Maintain collaborative relationships with regulatory agencies, policy makers, and other industry partners.
- Prepare materials and make presentations to GTI senior management as requested.
- Promote a culture of compliance by fostering an environment of open and honest communication with all employees of all levels.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of lobbying, policy, and/or government experience working with regulated industries
- Must be a proactive self-starter who understands details within a larger context and who can anticipate and avoid issues before they happen.
- Must be able to manage people and projects effectively and develop and train team members for future success.
- Flexibility and ability to respond quickly to shifting demands and priorities.
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent judgement; able to handle multiple projects and set priorities.
- Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information.
- Extensive travel required.
Additional Requirements
- Must pass any and all required background checks
- Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
- Must possess valid driver's license
- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
- Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote director of government affairs jobs.
- 7 or more years of experience in government relations, public policy, or legislative affairs
- Established relationships with federal, state, or local government officials and agencies
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute advocacy strategies aligned with business objectives
- Experience managing outside lobbyists, trade association memberships, and coalitions
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive briefings and regulatory comment letters
- Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, law, or a related field
Tips for Your Remote Director of Government Affairs Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote director of government affairs openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your policy focus and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Show async communication skills up front
Remote employers judge written output before they judge you in person. Lead your application materials with examples of policy memos, legislative summaries, or stakeholder briefs you authored independently, because that's exactly the work you'll do from day one.
Signal your independent relationship management
Remote government affairs directors build and sustain government relationships without walking legislative corridors daily. Highlight experiences where you advanced a policy goal or maintained a critical contact entirely through digital outreach, calls, and written communication rather than in-person presence.
Prepare for async-heavy remote interviews
Many distributed teams screen candidates through written assessments or recorded video responses before a live call. Practice articulating a policy strategy or advocacy win in a concise written format, since remote employers often treat your first written exchange as a work sample.
Remote Director of Government Affairs Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote director of government affairs job?
Remote employers hiring directors of government affairs screen heavily for self-direction and written communication, since you won't be walking the halls of a Capitol building with colleagues nearby. Candidates who stand out demonstrate experience managing legislative relationships asynchronously, producing clear policy memos and stakeholder briefings without in-person oversight, and coordinating across time zones. A history of independent advocacy wins, coalition-building done remotely, and comfort with digital lobbying tools gives your application a real edge.
Which companies hire remote director of government affairss?
Companies hiring remote director of government affairss right now include Google, KLA, and ZipLine, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first corporations, national trade associations, and distributed advocacy organizations are the most consistent hirers, particularly in sectors where policy impact is national rather than tied to a single statehouse.
Can you get a remote director of government affairs job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level director roles are uncommon because the position demands independent judgment with limited in-person mentorship. Candidates who break in typically have a foundation in legislative staffing, policy analysis, or government relations coordination. Demonstrating that you've managed advocacy projects independently, produced policy writing without close supervision, and built relationships across jurisdictions shows remote employers you can operate without a physical office structure.
Do you need a degree for remote director of government affairs jobs?
Not always, though a degree in public policy, political science, law, or a related field is common among candidates who get offers. Remote employers weigh demonstrated legislative access, a verifiable network of government contacts, and a portfolio of policy outcomes more heavily than credentials alone. Candidates who can show concrete wins, such as legislation advanced or regulatory outcomes shaped, often compete effectively against degree-holders.
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