IFS is hiring a Public Affairs Lead, Americas

Responsibilities

• Track federal and state-level legislative and regulatory changes affecting Industrial AI, data governance, cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and technology policy
• Evaluate proposed policies and assess their impact on business operations and long-term strategy
• Deliver ongoing updates to leadership on policy shifts, potential risks, and strategic openings
• Help maintain compliance by keeping the organization informed and responsive to regulatory demands
• Develop and manage relationships with federal agencies, congressional staff, and state government entities
• Lead or support interactions with policymakers and regulators on behalf of the organization
• Facilitate executive-level dialogue with government officials to foster alignment and productive engagement
• Represent organizational interests in trade groups and industry coalitions
• Support U.S. coordination of relationships with the World Economic Forum and other global institutions
• Establish connections with think tanks, non-governmental organizations, universities, and policy research centers
• Advance organizational visibility as a thought leader through targeted partnerships and joint initiatives
• Work with communications and marketing teams to craft policy stances, responses to public consultations, and advocacy content
• Ensure executive communications on regulatory topics are clear, consistent, and credible
• Engage national and Washington-based media to promote organizational viewpoints on technology policy
• Inform internal teams about policy changes and their operational consequences
• Assist in organizing policy-related events, roundtables, and briefings
• Prepare leadership and teams for media interviews, congressional testimony, and public speaking
• Manage coordination of messaging and logistics for high-visibility engagements with government and institutional partners

Benefits

• Salary range of $135,000 to $150,000, with performance bonus
• Flexible paid time off that includes sick leave and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401K plan with employer contributions
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Tuition reimbursement for professional development
• Opportunities for community service and organized volunteering

Compensation

$135,000-$150,000, plus bonus

Work Arrangement

Remote — North America, U.S.

Team

Operates at the intersection of technology, policy, and global affairs, building coalitions, shaping positions, and ensuring proactive response to regulatory and legislative changes affecting the business

Other

• Operates at the intersection of technology, policy, and global affairs
• Builds coalitions
• Shapes positions
• Ensures organization stays ahead of regulatory and legislative developments that impact business

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