Who we are:

Who you are:

We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Policy and Government Affairs Lead who will serve as a primary source of thought leadership and insight on matters relating to technology policy and government affairs. This role involves organizing and owning key projects and initiatives relating to laws and regulations affecting Artificial Intelligence, telecommunications, data residency, and FAR/DFAR compliance. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you! 

What you'll do:

As a Policy and Government Affairs Lead, your key area of responsibility will be ensuring that NSS solutions are tailored to satisfy regulatory requirements, developing policies in response to industry factors, and informing government policy positions. You will be responsible for responding to government requests for information, developing US Federal and State government affairs plans, and managing their execution. You will need to work closely with Geotab’s Legal, Revenue Generation, Strategic Communications, and NSS Product Management teams, as well as communicate with external vendors, lobbyists, and industry actors. 

To be successful in this role you will be a self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset who is comfortable in a flat organization and possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong analytical and relationship-building skills with an ability to identify needs, develop effective solutions, and manage complex legislative and regulatory projects through completion. 

How you'll make an impact:

• Collaborate with other internal stakeholders, such as leaders from Legal, Revenue Generation, and Strategic Communications, this position provides direct expertise on matters relating to our business.

• Support the NSS Product Manager and product and feature project teams by providing subject matter expertise relating to NSS products and features; such expertise may include that relating to Artificial Intelligence, telecommunications and satellite communications, data residency and access, FAR and DFAR compliance, and encryption.

• Support  US Legislative Agenda. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to calibrate and coordinate our legislative objectives while remaining sensitive to other ecosystem players (especially OEM). Improve synergy with strategic communications colleagues by participating in joint projects as required. 

• Assist in the design of strategic communications to preserve and enhance Geotab’s reputation with external stakeholders and US congressional decision makers. 

• Develop and deploy internal regulatory expertise. Track the developments and announcements from U.S. regulatory authorities, such as the FCC, government agencies, legislative updates regarding cybersecurity and telecom regulations. 

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including  Legal professionals who specialize in telecommunications law and international trade, to develop and maintain specific insights, based on the current regulatory climate, all in support of NSS products and features. Ensure long term supply chain compliance. Timely identify actionable supply chain regulatory dependencies and requirements.

What you'll bring to the role:

• 5 - 8 years of experience in CA, US, and EU legal/regulatory processes and Legislative/Executive branch administrative rule-making.

• Working with a channel/reseller/partner driven sales organization is an asset.

• Working within a technical/engineering organization an asset.

• Legislative and Executive government affairs expertise required.

• Deep understanding of technology laws and regulations required.

• Comfortable familiarity with Artificial Intelligence tools required.

• Comfortable managing spreadsheets, google sheets, data trends and data lookups.

• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written.

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem-solve to well-judged decisions.

• A strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.

• Technical competence using software programs, including, but not limited to, Google Suite for business (Sheets, Docs, Slides).

• Entrepreneurial mindset and comfortable in a flat organization.

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role! Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.

Why job seekers choose Geotab:

Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings program

*The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only

How we work:

At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!

Geotab verifies candidates' eligibility to work in the United States through E-Verify, an internet-based system operated by U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services.

Other employment statements:

Geotab will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at careers@geotab.com. Geotab provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Geotab complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Geotab expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Geotab's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. If you would like more information about our EEO program or wish to file a complaint, please contact our EEO officer, Klaus Boeckers at HRCompliance@geotab.com. For more details, view a copy of the EEOC's Know Your Rights poster. By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, “Geotab”), you acknowledge Geotab’s collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Click here to learn more about what happens with your personal data.