Senior Manager, Government Affairs, Northeast

Senior Manager, Government Affairs, Northeast

Join Axon and be a Force for Good. At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We pursue safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software, valuing candor, diverse perspectives, and collaboration.

Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. You’ll take ownership and drive real change, with opportunities to grow as you work toward a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

• Northeast:
  As a Government Affairs Senior Manager, you will report to Axon’s Sr. Director of Government Affairs and work with internal and external stakeholders to support state and local legislative and regulatory, sales procurement, and grassroots advocacy efforts in the Northeast region (KY, WV, VA, MD, DE, PA, NJ, NY, CT, MA, VT, RI, NH, ME).
• Help drive Axon’s presence and position with state, city and county governments on issues impacting the company, the sales team, and the industry.
• Represent Axon and lead meetings with state, city and county government officials to advance Axon’s position with government and law enforcement stakeholders and to drive broader awareness and support for Axon’s mission.
• Demonstrate motivation, adaptability to a fast-paced environment, quick learning, prioritization, and anticipation of needs.

Location:
Boston, MA. Must be willing to travel 50%+ of the time

• Assist in developing strategic government affairs plans with a focus on supporting business development
• Monitor and assess state legislative and regulatory actions and initiatives
• Prepare position papers and project messaging points
• Lead meetings with elected officials, appointed officials, and government staffers
• Develop and maintain contacts with industry, elected officials and associations/third-party groups
• Collaborate with the sales team on procurement opportunities
• Research local purchasing by-laws, council processes, and create purchasing process maps for city and county governments to support sales efforts
• Assist in management of external government affairs consultants

• Minimum of 8 years of combined full-time employment in city/county/state government and/or government relations firm
• Experience driving legislation
• Strong policy and analytical skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize under deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information
• Ability to work independently to drive goals while being a team player
• Strong desire to continually improve and undertake new challenges
• Strong sense of accountability with high ethical standards
• Experience working with city, county, or state governments is a plus

This role is based in Boston and follows a hybrid schedule. Team members are expected to work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with the option to work remotely on Mondays, subject to approved workplace accommodations.

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Fitness programs
• Emotional & mental wellness support

Benefits listed may vary by employment type and location.

Axon is a total compensation company with base pay, bonus, and stock awards. Base pay ranges from $110,070 to $176,112 USD, depending on factors such as level, function, training, experience, and location. For more details on benefits, visit

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