Remote Government Affairs Associate Jobs
Remote Government Affairs Associate jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed teams in sectors from technology and healthcare to advocacy organizations and financial services. Employers hiring remote government affairs associates 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 government affairs associate jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, or a related field
- Experience monitoring federal or state legislation and regulatory developments
- Strong written communication skills for drafting policy memos and comment letters
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with legislators, regulators, and coalitions
- Proficiency with legislative tracking software and government databases
- Understanding of the rulemaking process and administrative procedure
Tips for Your Remote Government Affairs Associate Job Search
Show async communication skills upfront
Remote government affairs employers need to know you can brief stakeholders and move legislative tracking forward without real-time check-ins. Include a writing sample in your application, such as a one-page policy memo or a regulatory summary, so hiring managers can evaluate your clarity before an interview.
Target sectors with distributed policy teams
Technology companies, national healthcare organizations, and advocacy groups with members across multiple states are most likely to run fully remote government affairs functions. Focus your search on employers in these sectors, since their regulatory footprint naturally supports distributed teams rather than a single government-affairs office.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote government affairs associate openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through listings that require on-site work.
Demonstrate jurisdiction awareness in applications
Remote government affairs associates often cover regulation across multiple states or federal agencies simultaneously. In your cover letter, name the specific regulatory bodies or legislative processes you've tracked, since employers use this to judge whether you can manage a distributed portfolio independently.
Remote Government Affairs Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote government affairs associate job?
Remote government affairs associate roles go to candidates who can manage regulatory tracking, coalition outreach, and stakeholder communication independently without in-person oversight. Employers screen for strong written communication, self-direction, and comfort with async collaboration tools like Slack and project management platforms. Candidates who can point to specific policy outcomes they influenced, even from internships or advocacy work, have a clear edge over those who list only general responsibilities.
Which companies hire remote government affairs associates?
Employers currently hiring remote government affairs associates include Google, KLA, and ZipLine, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first technology companies, distributed healthcare organizations, and national advocacy groups are among the most consistent employers of government affairs associates in fully remote arrangements.
Can you get a remote government affairs associate job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level government affairs associate roles are harder to land because employers expect you to track legislation, draft communications, and coordinate stakeholders without daily in-person guidance. Remote-first advocacy organizations and policy-focused startups are more open to entry-level candidates. Showing a writing sample, a completed policy analysis project, or volunteer work with a lobbying or advocacy group can substitute for formal job experience.
Do you need a degree for remote government affairs associate jobs?
Usually, but the field that matters more than the credential itself. Most remote employers expect a bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, communications, or a related discipline. What they weight alongside the degree are demonstrated policy research skills, knowledge of a relevant regulatory area, and evidence you can produce clear written materials independently, which is especially important when working remotely.
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