Remote Government Affairs Manager Jobs
Remote government affairs manager jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed teams hiring across technology, healthcare, financial services, and advocacy sectors. Employers hiring remotely right now include Google, KLA, and ZipLine. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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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 manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, law, or a related field
- Direct experience working with federal, state, or local legislative or regulatory bodies
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with elected officials and their staff
- Strong written communication skills including policy memos, regulatory comments, and executive briefings
- Experience managing outside lobbyists, trade association memberships, or advocacy coalitions
- Familiarity with lobbying disclosure requirements and compliance under federal or state ethics rules
Tips for Your Remote Government Affairs Manager Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote government affairs manager openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through non-remote listings.
Demonstrate async stakeholder communication skills
Remote government affairs managers win stakeholder relationships through written briefings, structured email updates, and policy memos, not hallway conversations. Show samples of regulatory comment letters, coalition updates, or legislative summaries you've drafted independently.
Signal remote readiness in your cover letter
Name the tools you use to track legislation and manage relationships remotely, such as state bill tracking platforms, regulatory alert services, and video-based stakeholder briefings. Remote employers want proof you've already built a distributed workflow.
Prepare for async remote interviews
Many distributed teams screen government affairs candidates with written case questions before a live call, asking you to draft a one-page policy brief or stakeholder memo. Practice producing clean, structured written responses under time constraints before your first interview.
Remote Government Affairs Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote government affairs manager job?
Target companies with distributed teams and no central DC or state-capital office, since those employers have already built remote-ready government affairs functions. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and the ability to track legislation and stakeholder activity without daily check-ins. Candidates who can show a history of managing regulatory relationships or coalition work asynchronously stand out most.
Which companies hire remote government affairs managers?
Companies hiring remote government affairs managers right now include Google, KLA, and ZipLine, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first technology firms, distributed healthcare and financial services companies, and national advocacy organizations are the most consistent sources of fully remote government affairs manager openings.
Can you get a remote government affairs manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level government affairs roles are harder to land because you're expected to work independently from day one with minimal in-person mentorship. Remote-first advocacy organizations, trade associations, and policy-focused startups are more open to junior candidates. Showing policy research work, legislative tracking projects, or volunteer lobbying experience helps close the experience gap when you can't point to a formal title.
Do you need a degree for remote government affairs manager jobs?
Usually, but not always in a strict sense. Most remote employers list a bachelor's degree as a baseline, often in public policy, political science, or law, yet they weight demonstrated results more heavily. Candidates who can show they've moved a bill, managed a regulatory comment process, or built stakeholder coalitions are competitive even if their degree is in an unrelated field.
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