Manager, Public Policy

Amazon is seeking a Manager Public Policy to develop and execute the companys federal tax public policy efforts.

You will be responsible for developing and executing public policy and advocacy priorities on issues related to federal tax policy. Responsibilities will include working before relevant executive branch agencies and Congress. You will also coordinate advocacy work on these issues with consultants trade associations and other relevant stakeholder groups.

You will work collaboratively and transparently with the Amazon tax team to ensure alignment between business priorities and public policy goals. You will assess and communicate potential government activities develop mitigation or enhancement strategies and positions and manage and coordinate external advocacy efforts outreach programs and key initiatives in concert with business objectives.


Key job responsibilities
- Work collaboratively and transparently with the Public Policy team the business and legal department to ensure alignment between core business priorities and public policy goals
- Manage and coordinate external advocacy efforts outreach programs and initiatives in concert with business objectives
- Anticipate challenges and obstacles that Amazon could face as the public policy landscape evolves
- Participate in relevant Washington-based industry associations
- Ensure effective use of outside consultants
- Facilitate high-level meetings with key stakeholders including Congressional regulatory industry association and partners to promote and advocate the companys public policy priorities


- Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Law Political Science Public Policy Public Affairs Economic Development)
- 8 years of public policy experience
- An ability and desire to travel is required

- Experience in regulatory frameworks and policy analysis methodologies
- Experience in working directly with government officials and regulatory bodies
- Experience working on tax public policy

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at DC Washington Dc - 138500.00 - 187300.00 USD annually