Director Government and Industry Relations - US

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23000 employees operating in over 150 countries Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the worlds most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

We are seeking an experienced Director of Government Affairs to manage and grow our relationships with U.S. government agencies regulatory bodies and key industry stakeholders. This role will be critical in advocating for public policies that align with the companys goals while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations in the global markets in which we operate. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and the political landscape at the federal level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Develop and implement a government affairs strategy that aligns with the companys business objectives advocacy priorities and sustainability goals.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between the company and U.S. government entities regulatory agencies and industry associations.
  • Identify emerging trends legislative developments and policy opportunities that could impact the company and the water sector.
• Advocacy & Policy Influence:
  • Lead efforts to advocate for waterrelated public policies including water infrastructure funding creating incentives for innovative water technology and solutions and mitigate regulatory risk.
  • Represent the company in meetings conferences and hearings with key government officials policymakers and trade associations.
  • Maintain existing and develop new relationships with key stakeholders including government officials regulatory agencies and key trade associations.
• Regulatory & Legislative Monitoring:
  • Monitor relevant legislative regulatory and policy developments and analyze their potential impact on the companys operations market opportunities and reputation.
  • Provide guidance and recommendations to senior management on regulatory risks and opportunities helping to shape corporate strategy.
  • Lead the preparation and submission of comments filings and position papers on regulatory matters that are critical to the company.
• CrossFunctional Collaboration:
  • Work closely with internal departments such as legal sustainability business segments and corporate communications to align government affairs strategies with business objectives.
  • Partner with external consultants and lobbying firms to advance the companys priorities on specific issues.
• Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability Engagement:
  • Support the companys initiatives by engaging with policymakers on sustainability issues and demonstrating the companys commitment to global water stewardship.
  • Collaborate with the corporate social responsibility team to align advocacy efforts with the companys broader sustainability goals.
• Thought Leadership:
  • Support thought leadership through the Reservoir Center for Water Solutions by providing strategic recommendations on the Centers programming and driving engagement with government officials.
• Crisis Management:
  • Respond to and manage potential regulatory and political challenges that may arise ensuring the companys interests are protected.

• Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelors degree in political science public policy environmental studies business or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in government affairs public policy or regulatory affairs. Time in leadership roles preferred.
  • Proven track record of influencing government policy and regulatory decisions at federal level.
  • Experience working with largescale complex organizations is preferred.
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Exceptional communication skills including the ability to present complex policy issues to a variety of stakeholders including senior executives government officials and the public.
  • Strong political acumen and ability to navigate complex governmental structures and regulatory landscapes.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate and respond to policy changes and market shifts.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
  • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with government officials industry stakeholders and advocacy groups.
  • Strong writer with the ability to generate clear and concise material and to adapt writing style and tone to suit different audiences and purposes.

• Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in water technology environment sustainability or climate policy.
• Established network of contacts within governmental agencies environmental organizations and industry groups.
• This role will be located in the Washington DC region

Salary range:

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage conservation and reuse. Our products impact public utilities industrial sectors residential areas and commercial buildings with a commitment to providing smart metering network technologies and advanced analytics for water electric and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.