Job Description

Government Affairs Senior Manager

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement government affairs strategies that advance business objectives in AI and the future of work, skilling, labor, immigration, and other workforce policies.

• Monitor, analyze, and report key legislative and regulatory proceedings and developments to senior Accenture executives on issues that impact the company’s workforce and business as a result of skilling, labor, immigration, and other workforce policy changes.

• Develop relationships with counterparts at other companies, think tanks, trade associations, policymakers and other relevant senior government officials.

• Advocate on behalf of the company before policymakers, as well as other government officials, regulators, stakeholder organizations, trade associations, and think tanks.

• Work collaboratively with our business and communications/marketing teams to identify and create impactful policy positioning opportunities at the intersection of government and business, with a focus on workforce issues.

• Attend political action committee (PAC) events on behalf of Accenture when needed to support workforce policy objectives.

• Assist in the integration of political outreach and engagement as part of corporate citizenship and community initiatives.

• Work collaboratively across Legal and with other corporate functions to manage reputational and enterprise risks to the company as required.

• Work with outside consultants to collect information, inform communications, and implement advocacy before policymakers, government officials, regulators, trade associations, other companies and think tanks.

• Work collaboratively with global government affairs team to identify & create opportunities that advance shared priorities and objectives.

Reports to Americas Government Affairs Lead

External Relationships:

• Government officials
• External lobbyists
• Trade associations
• Industry representatives
• Outside ethics counsel
• External consultants

Role Requirements:

• Some travel required

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required

• Minimum of 8 years total experience working in government, policy, or advocacy roles

• Established Capitol Hill and Administration network

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Degree.

• Experience in technology policy.

• Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory organizations and processes.

• Understanding of business model and corporate goals.

• Ability to translate business goals into results through the development and execution of effective business development, policy, regulatory, and advocacy strategies.

• Ability to lead and leverage internal staff, subject matter experts, and external consultants to advance strategies and objectives.

• Strong public speaking and presentation skills, for both internal and external audience

• Reputation for having the highest ethical standards and integrity.

• Understanding of business offerings of operating groups and service lines as well as company’s clients.

• Proven ability to organize, manage and deliver on metrics of major projects on a deadline and within a budget.

• Proven ability to effectively handle multiple complex projects and issues on the legislative, procurement, legal and compliance fronts.

• Proven ability to work with senior company executives, colleagues, outside regulatory officials and industry contacts.

• Proven ability to lead and manage others to advance the objectives of the office and the company.

• Strong team building and conflict resolution skills.

• Demonstrated leadership in professional setting

• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration in a professional setting

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.
We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 06/29/2026.

Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:

U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture

Role Location Annual Salary Range
California $132,500 to $338,300
Cleveland $122,700 to $270,600
Colorado $132,500 to $292,200
District of Columbia $141,100 to $311,200
Illinois $122,700 to $292,200
Maryland $132,500 to $292,200
Massachusetts $132,500 to $311,200
Minnesota $132,500 to $292,200
New York $122,700 to $338,300
New Jersey $141,100 to $338,300
Washington $141,100 to $311,200

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