The opportunity
At Instacart, we invite the world to share love through food because we believe everyone should have access to the food they love and more time to enjoy it together. Where others see a simple need for grocery delivery, we see exciting complexity and endless opportunity to serve the varied needs of our community.
What you'll do
A robust policymaker relationship network is established across northwest: state and local government, with clear coverage of key officials and influencers and the potential to expand into additional states based on demand.
Legislative, regulatory, and political strategies are crafted and executed to: advance Instacart's state and local policy goals, including hearing preparation, testimony delivery, and regulatory proceeding participation.
A coalition of third-party political, advocacy, and industry allies is built: and maintained to support strategic policy objectives, including active representation in trade associations.
Cross-functional collaboration with Policy Development, Legal, and Public: Engagement teams results in integrated advocacy campaigns and coherent state and local policy solutions for key legislative priorities.
External consultant relationships and annual government affairs budgets are: managed effectively, with regular reporting cadences and internal materials keeping cross-functional stakeholders informed of policy developments.
+ years of state or local government, policy, or corporate government relations experience
What they're looking for
- Established policymaker relationships with confidence engaging elected officials and executives alike
- Deep understanding of state and local lawmaking and regulatory processes
- Strategic thinker with polished oral and written presentation skills
- Proven ability to thrive under pressure, balancing long and short-term priorities to deliver results
