Senior Manager, Public Policy NA

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well‑known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as nōwego market demands.

The mission of Vantage Data Centers’ Global Public Policy team is to help deliver the best possible digital infrastructure for the world’s leading technology companies. By advocating for positions, advising on issues, and building relationships with stakeholders, the team creates a more favorable and resilient public policy environment. The department supports government relations, economic development and community engagement, partnering with internal teams to grow market share, mitigate risk and expand into new geographies.

This role can be based remotely in Austin, TX.

The Public Policy Senior Manager – Central, North America will implement and report on the company’s state and local public affairs program in key markets, including Texas and Wisconsin, and other states. The manager will determine policy priorities, establish relationships with key stakeholders, and engage at the state and local level on issues such as energy, sustainability, tax, economic development and land use.

The position supports market intelligence, land selection, and the development and operation of Vantage data centers.

• Support the execution of a strategic public policy engagement plan to drive forward business objectives in North America.
• Research, identify, and track current and emerging policy issues across geographies, and engage internal partners to define the company’s position.
• Develop a strategy to navigate and influence policy objectives; engage with state and local governments to advance Vantage’s public policy interests.
• Collaborate with design, sustainability, tax, legal, and construction teams on key issues, establishing a cadence of regular briefings.
• Engage in pre‑development processes, researching policy drivers in new markets, pursuing local tax incentives and funding programs, and coordinating permits and zoning.
• Manage contract lobbyists, association memberships, and coalition partnerships.

• Draft positioning statements,’at documents; prepare decks and talking points for meetings, as well as briefings for executives and key internal partners.
• Attend local meetings to testify or comment on behalf of Vantage.
• Participate in chambers, associations, and coalitions as a proponent of the data center industry.
• Partner with marketing to develop messaging, positioning, collateral, and public relations materials.
• Promote Vantage’s commitment to sustainability, diversity, and inclusivity; engage in community activities supporting Vantage’s role as a good corporate citizen.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5‑7 years of hands‑on experience in economic development, government relations, and/or community engagement desired.
• Experience representing business needs before government officials.
• Creative and critical thinking, with the ability to understand complex issues and formulate action plans.
• Experience with policies related to energy, artificial intelligence, taxes, sustainability, or infrastructure development is beneficial.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and external audiences, including senior government officials and executives.
• Ability to thrive in a matrixed organization and drive business value creation.
• Experience managing contract lobbyists and acting as an internal lobbyist for a private company.
• Advanced political acumen and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Comfort balancing multiple priorities with shifting timelines and objectives.
• Significant travel anticipated, including visits to Vantage offices, capital cities, regional meetings and hearings.

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