Senior Specialist, Government & External Affairs

Key Info

  • Job Title:
    Senior Specialist, Government & External Affairs
  • Location:
    Phoenix
  • Sector:
    ENERGY STORAGE
  • Salary:
    $150,000 - $170,000
  • Contract Type:
    permanent

We have a rare opportunity to influence one of the most significant advanced manufacturing projects in the U.S.

We’re supporting a confidential, large-scale battery manufacturing project in Arizona—backed by a global leader in advanced energy technology.

This facility will play a critical role in powering the next generation of electric vehicles and energy storage systems across North America.

The build is underway. The scale is significant. And the need for the right person to navigate the public sector landscape has never been more important.

The Role

This position will lead state and local government engagement across Arizona, with a particular focus on Pinal County and the Town of Queen Creek.

You’ll sit at the intersection of policy, infrastructure, and industrial scale-up, ensuring alignment across permitting, utilities, and key stakeholder groups as the site continues to expand.

This is not a passive role. You’ll be expected to bring an existing Arizona network, understand how decisions get made, and play a hands-on role in moving critical initiatives forward.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Policy & Legislative Intelligence
  • Monitor Arizona and federal policy developments impacting operations
  • Translate regulatory changes into clear business implications
  • Provide guidance to support permitting and strategic decisions
Strategic Stakeholder Engagement
  • Build and maintain relationships with key state and local stakeholders
  • Focus on engagement within Pinal County and Queen Creek
  • Support long-term alignment between public entities and site leadership
Risk & Issue Management
  • Identify emerging risks across policy, permitting, and community dynamics
  • Coordinate internally to align messaging and mitigate exposure
  • Support resolution of sensitive external-facing issues
Project Coordination
  • Support government-facing aspects of infrastructure, utilities, and permitting
  • Track dependencies across public-sector stakeholders
  • Help protect timelines, cost, and compliance
Executive & Cross-Cultural Support
  • Act as a bridge between U.S. stakeholders and global leadership
  • Deliver clear, concise updates to senior decision-makers
  • Represent the organisation in high-visibility external settings

What You Bring

  • 7+ years in government affairs, external affairs, public policy, or similar
  • Strong understanding of Arizona’s political and regulatory landscape
  • Proven experience engaging with state and/or local officials
  • Established network across Arizona (Pinal County / Queen Creek strongly preferred)
  • Ability to translate policy into real operational and project impact
  • Strong communication, briefing, and stakeholder management skills
  • High integrity and strong compliance awareness

Why This Role Stands Out

  • Scale: One of the largest advanced manufacturing builds currently underway in the U.S.
  • Impact: Direct influence over permitting, infrastructure, and government alignment
  • Visibility: Regular interaction with senior stakeholders across public and private sectors
  • Timing: Join at a critical stage as the site scales rapidly

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