Government Affairs Manager

At Expedia Group, we help travelers explore the world, one journey at a time. As a global travel company powered by passionate people, trusted partnerships, and leading technology, we connect travelers, partners, and advertisers through our consumer brands, B2B network, and travel advertising business.

Here, you'll do meaningful work that helps millions of people discover, book, and experience travel with more ease, confidence, and joy. Our five Behaviors-Traveler First, Think Big, Operate with Excellence, Ownership Mindset, and Succeed Together-help foster a supportive environment where people can grow their careers and have the flexibility, benefits, and support to do their best work. Join us and build for travelers everywhere.

Government Affairs Manager

Introduction to the Team

Our Corporate Functions are made up of teams that support Expedia Group, including our Global Finance Organization, Traveler and Partner Service Platform, Legal Team, Strategy and Corporate Development Team, and People and Places Organization.

Expedia Group is seeking a Manager, Government and Corporate Affairs. This member of our team will develop and lead engagements with state and local governments in coordination with global strategy and internal business, legal, policy and compliance, and communications teams. 

In this contributor role, you will have strategic oversight of, and responsibility for, building and sustaining Expedia's public policy operations in this important region of North America. Key components of the role will be proactively engaging elected officials and community partners at the state and local level to provide education and advocacy information to help global audiences understand Expedia Group's policy positions.

In this role, you will:

• Identify and respond to regulatory challenges and opportunities drawing on your understanding of the local environment and ability to read and develop legislative language and policy memoranda with support from Legal, Tax, Policy & Compliance and other internal teams
• Track identified proposed legislation and administrative actions and update internal teams on potential impact to lines of business, passage and effective date for implementation
• Lobby and advocate for Expedia Group’s public policy positions with legislative and executive branches of state government, as well as local elected and appointed officials at the city and county levels
• Lead government relations assets and resources including local contract lobby teams and, as available, political contributions, sponsorships, and partnerships
• Serve as a policy and advocacy issue area expert for teams across the Company
• Propose, draft, and deliver communications material including testimony, blog posts, and other creative content alongside our Public Affairs team
• Create and nurture partnerships with industry and grassroots coalitions and other policy allies in the region

Experience and Qualifications:

• You are experienced in public policy, community organization, media and communications, and advocacy strategy development and implementation
• You understand local and state government processes and structures
• You read, understand, and communicate public policy language fluently
• You are a strong written and verbal communicator who can work well with internal and external stakeholders to create and advance lobbying and advocacy strategies
• You can prioritize multiple, sophisticated projects in varying stages of development, often under a time constraint
• You have built creative, effective strategies to address difficult communications and legislative challenges
• You are comfortable making high-level recommendations and strategic decisions

The total cash range for this position in Virtual is $137,000.00 to $191,500.00. Employees in this role have the potential to increase their pay up to $219,000.00, which is the top of the range, based on ongoing, demonstrated, and sustained performance in the role.

Starting pay for this role will vary based on multiple factors, including location, available budget, and an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience. Pay ranges may be modified in the future.

Benefits and perks

Expedia Group offers benefits and perks designed to support employees and their families, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, wellness and travel reimbursement, travel discounts, and International Airlines Travel Agent Network (IATAN) membership. Learn more about life at Expedia Group at https://careers.expediagroup.com/life.

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About Expedia Group

Expedia Group includes three flagship consumer brands - Expedia, Hotels.com, and Vrbo - along with a leading B2B travel business and travel advertising offerings. Across our brands and business, we help travelers explore the world with confidence and ease.

Important notice

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Equal Opportunity

Expedia is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.