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United Airlines Managing Director - Government Affairs in Houston, Texas
Description
There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?
At United, we take bold action. And our Government, Corporate and Environmental Affairs team are the driving force behind our efforts to make change happen! By working closely with the US government and coordinating grassroots advocacy efforts, our Corporate and Government Affairs team represents United on public policy and legislative issues. And our Environmental Affairs team is equally working hard to shape an environmentally sustainable future. Together these teams advocate for a cleaner, safer, and more optimistic future for our airline, our employees, and the millions of customers we serve all around the globe.
Key Responsibilities:
The Managing Director leads and represents the company in governmental affairs matters at the state and local level for the City of Houston, the State of Texas, and the South region of the United States (FL, GA, AL, MS, LA, AR, TN, OK, MO). This management position assumes a leadership role in this large territory with key external audiences (political, civic, and business) to advance United's corporate and legislative interests by promoting and maintaining vigorous participation in aviation policy and by building constructive and effective relationships with government, business, and opinion leaders.
Coordinating with and assisting the VP of State and Local Government Affairs
Driving and supporting success on major legislation and policy initiatives that support UA’s business agenda, including taxes, airport development, environmental, labor, security, passenger, and consumer issues
Monitoring hearings; monitoring the introduction and legislative process of pertinent bills
Helping to draft legislative or report language when necessary; negotiating legislative language with partners; assisting in the development and implementation of legislative strategies and campaigns to advance United’s business and corporate interests
Developing and maintaining relationships with lawmakers, key staff, airport leadership, and other partners
Effective leadership and issue management including coordinating with other key internal departments (Communications, Legal, Corporate Real Estate, Airport Operations etc.) to help achieve company’s business goals, developing and implementing executive leadership visits with key partners
Leading a team of well-respected, highly accomplished outside key consultants/lobbyists
Development and promotion of internal and external strategies, policies and resources in hub markets that advance a positive image of UA as a responsible corporate citizen. Manage relationships with key business and civic organizations in the market
Support employee involvement in programs/plans that advance volunteerism/grassroots philosophy and business objectives and United’s Political Action Committee
United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!
Qualifications
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
Substantive expertise with more than 15 years in legislative, regulatory, and political process at the state and local level of government or related field
Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, and political process at the state and local level of government
Must be goal oriented confident self-starter who can work independently or in a team
Exceptional writing and presentation skills
Clearly articulate goals and objectives and proven capability to influence and collaborate
Demonstrates professionalism and inspires change in a highly complex environment
Ability to understand industry; share ideas and develop effective responses or elevate to higher management if appropriate
Demonstrated leadership skills, including the capacity to recruit and inspire
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
This role is based in Houston and follows a hybrid scheduling model with a combination of 3 days per week in-office and remote work
What will help you propel from the pack ( Preferred Qualifications):
Advanced degree or equivalent experience (JD, MBA, MPA)
Houston legislative/political experience
Knowledge of aviation/airline industry
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.
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