McDonald's Corporation is looking for a Manager, Government Relations to serve as the company's representative in a territory including Arizona, Alaska, California, Hawaii, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington. You will develop and implement strategies to advance state and local policy priorities and monitor political developments that impact the business.
What You'll Do
- Support the development and execution of advocacy strategies to influence state and local legislative activity and advance business priorities.
- Monitor and assess political and public policy developments and help develop informed recommendations for senior Government Relations leaders.
- Represent McDonald’s on state and local legislation, regulations, or rules impacting the System and support work to achieve favorable outcomes.
- Collaborate with Government Relations leadership and the broader North America Impact team to ensure activities are aligned with cross-functional business priorities.
- Work closely with the Director and VP of Government Relations, providing timely, proactive, and clear communication on priorities, updates, risks, and issues.
- Cultivate productive relationships with suppliers, owner/operators, and field teams to understand regional challenges and support effective Government Relations strategies.
- Build and maintain strong external relationships with state legislators, local government officials, regulators, and community partners.
- Manage external consultants and legal counsel, setting expectations for deliverables and ensuring alignment with Government Relations strategy.
- Support internal alignment by informing partners about policy developments and potential business impacts.
- Ensure strict compliance with all lobbying and ethics rules, reporting requirements, and relevant regulations.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree.
- 5+ years of experience in corporate government relations or lobbying.
- Working knowledge of state and local legislative processes and how government makes decisions.
- Ability to understand complex policy issues and contribute to the development of clear, strategic recommendations.
- Strong stakeholder‑management skills, including the ability to work with diverse and demanding audiences such as elected officials, executives, owner/operators, and community partners.
- Demonstrated reliability in taking direction, following through on assignments, and communicating needs or roadblocks early.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills—clear, concise, and adaptable to multiple audiences.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate effectively in a fast‑paced and fluid environment.
- Ability to work independently while being managed remotely, maintaining regular and effective communication with Government Relations leadership.
- High level of professionalism, sound judgment, and commitment to ethical conduct.
Nice to Have
- Experience working with Quick Service Restaurants is highly preferred.
- Additional experience in campaigns, legislative staffing, political activity, or related fields, highly preferred.
- Experience working in or with local government officials on ordinances or ballot initiatives preferred.
Team & Environment
Part of the McDonald’s North America Impact Team. Reports to the Director, Government Relations, for the Long Beach and Walnut Creek Field Offices.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $115,872.00 - $144,840.00 per year + equity: Stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.
- Health and welfare benefits.
- 401(k) plan.
- Adoption assistance program.
- Educational assistance program.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO).
- Sabbatical program.
- Tuition assistance.
Work Mode
This is a remote position open to candidates residing in Arizona, Alaska, California, Hawaii, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, or Washington.
McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
