Growth Strategy Associate

The Elevator Pitch

Evolv is seeking a versatile strategist to join the Growth help advanceEvolvs business byidentifyingnew market opportunitiesdeveloping a plan to launch and grow in our markets anddrivespecific strategic initialfocus is to develop a program to driveresponsible adoption of modern safety technology across priority sectors. You will coordinate evidence development thirdparty validationstakeholdermappingandstandardsengagement while building trusted relationships with customers associations and research partners. This role requires structured thinking strong writingandcommunicationsskills and the ability to navigate multistakeholder environments.

Why Evolv

At Evolv our mission is to help make public spaces safer through innovative security technology. We value people who Do the right thing always; Put people first; Own it; Win together; and Be bold stay curious. We offer equity comprehensive health coverage 401(k) with match flexible PTO tuition reimbursement a quarterly wellbeing stipend and access to Calm.

What does success in the role look like

Within the first30 days you will:

• Understand our current businessin different vertical markets theimpact our products have had on customers and the opportunity for growth in those markets

• Define the approach output and resourcesrequiredto map the landscape of Federal and state driverson weapons detection and begin engaging to build your understanding

Within90 days you will:

• Map the current landscape ofexistingFederal and state government regulatory best practices mandates and policies that drive weapons detection decisions

• Identifyexisting and pending legislation and fundingandthe approach other weapons detection companies are taking

• Selectspecific Federal andstateagenciesanddefine aplanfor Evolv including agenciesand messages and metrics to define success

By 12 months you will:

• Have a clear understanding of existing Federal and state regulatory and funding environment and a process to track andmonitorchanges

• Engagewithspecific agencies and progress toward policy bestpracticeand/or funding for weapons detection

• Develop a set of evidence-based outcomes from our products that can be used with customers and plan to build outadditionalproof points

• EnsureFederal and State plans arebeing executed including relationships with key organizations

• Define a1 and 3 yearplan to drive the initiative forward across various Federal and State agencies

• The Work: What type of work will you be doingBuild an understanding of the regulatory best practices and budget environment forweapons detection at the Federal and state level (identifyingkey focus states).

• Develop a practical framework for advocacy andstandardsengagement informed by lessons from adjacent safety technologies.

• Build a structured customer evidence program with GTM partnerscollecting feedback quantifying benefits and producing concise proof points and collateral.

• Identifythirdpartyorganizationsfor evaluation and statements of acceptance.

• Coordinate independent research with academic and publicinterestorganizations;track study design milestones and publication pathways.

• Monitor federal and state policy and funding landscapes; synthesize insights and recommend discreet engagement plans for priority geographies.

• Workwith Vertical Market leads todesignstakeholder approaches for educators clinicians administrators and community organizations

• Partner with our marketing sales and other customer-facing teams to understand specific vertical environmentsreviewapproach andprovidevaluable insight into Federal and state mandates and programs.

• Operate with high confidentiality and policy compliance; partner with Legal/Compliance onappropriate approvalsand guidance for publicsector interactions.

Whatyoullbring

Musthave qualifications

• 23 years of experience in government consulting public policy standards developmentstrategicconsultingor adjacent domains.

• Ability toresearch andsynthesize complex market and policy inputs into clearinsights and develop executableplans.

• Experience collaborating with associations nonprofits and publicsector stakeholders.

• Strong research analysis and writing skills for evidence packages and briefing materials.

• High integrity discretion and crossfunctional communication skills.

Preferred

• Combination of research & analysis skills paired with a strong execution mindset.

• Ability toengageacross an organization from senior executives to policy leaders researchers and staff members.

Notes on confidentiality & compliance

This roleoperateswithin a confidential program. Publicfacing materials and external engagement plans must be approved through established internal processes.

Interactions with government officials and publicsector entities must follow Evolv policies on political neutrality business courtesies and anticorruption; coordinate with Legal/Compliance in advance.

What is leadership like for this role

The Growth Strategy Associate will report to Evolvs Chief Growth Officer. We offer a collaborative mission-driven environment where innovation thrives careers grow and every employee plays a vital role in protecting lives through technology.

Where is the rolelocated

Our ideal candidatewould bebasedat Evolv Headquartersin Waltham Massachusetts however we are open to remotework for the right role requires regular travel to customer sites association events and research partner meetingsandFederal and state agencies (frequency varies by calendar)sothe candidate must live near a major airport.

Compensation and Transparency Statement

The base salary range for this full-time position is$102000- $ addition tobase salary this role offers a competitive target bonus equity and a comprehensive benefits package. This range reflects our commitment to pay transparency and equity in alignment with applicable state laws. Our compensation ranges aredeterminedbased on factors such as role level location market benchmarks and internal equity. The posted rangerepresentsthe good-faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this role across U.S. locations. Actual compensation within the range will be based on the candidates skills experience education and geographic location.

In accordance withstate and local pay transparencylawsincluding those in California Colorado Massachusetts New York New Jersey andotherswedisclosesalary ranges in all job postings and provideadditionalinformation upon request.

During the hiring process your recruiter will share:

• The specific salary range for your preferred location

• A general overview of our benefits and equity offerings

• Insights into how compensation decisions are made including factors that influence starting pay

We are committed to fair pay practices and we regularly review our compensation programs to ensure they are competitiveequitable and aligned with our values.

At Evolvwereon a mission to help make public spaces safer through innovative security technology. Sowerelooking for future teammates who embody our values people who:

• Do the right thingalways;

• Put people first

• Ownit;

• Win together; and continue to

• Be bold stay curious.
  

Our Benefits Include:

• Equity as part of your total compensation package

• Medical dental and vision insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• A 401(k) plan (and 2% company match)

• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)- take the time you need to recharge with manager approval and business needs in mind

• Quarterly stipend forperksand benefits that matter most to you

• Tuition reimbursement to support your ongoing learning and development

• Subscription to Calm

Evolv Technology (Evolv) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace and allemployment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national social or ethnic origin sex (including pregnancy) age disability HIV Status sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression veteran status or any other status protected by law in the locations where we operate. Evolv will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Evolv is committed to offeringan inclusiveand accessible experience for all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you needa reasonableaccommodation as part of the job application process pleaseconnect withusat.

Evolv participates inE-verifyfor all employees after the completion of Form I-9.

Required Experience:

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