Schneider Electric has an opportunity for a Manager, Federal Government Affairs in Washington, DC.
Schneider Electric is a global energy technology leader, driving efficiency and sustainability by electrifying, automating, and digitalizing industries, businesses, and homes.
Our technologies enable buildings, data centers, factories, infrastructure, and grids to operate as open, interconnected ecosystems, enhancing performance, resilience, and sustainability. Our portfolio includes intelligent devices, software-defined architectures, AI-powered systems, digital services, and expert advisory.
With 160,000 employees and one million partners in over 100 countries, Schneider Electric is consistently ranked among the world's most sustainable companies.
An Exciting Opportunity at the Nexus of Politics, Energy, Technology, and Sustainability: The Manager, Federal Government Affairs in Washington, DC USA - Schneider Electric will play a key role in advancing Schneider Electric's U.S. federal advocacy strategy across a portfolio that includes power and grid infrastructure, sustainability, electrification, energy resilience, residential energy, and more. This role will report directly to the Head of Federal Government Relations, collaborating across the North America Government Relations team to drive legislative and regulatory outcomes aligned with Schneider Electric's business priorities and growth strategy. The Manager will engage directly with Congress, federal agencies, and industry associations and coalitions on behalf of Schneider, positioning the company as a leading energy technology partner.
Responsibilities will include:
Federal Advocacy & Engagement
- Contribute to and execute Schneider Electric's federal advocacy strategy across priority policy areas including:
- Grid modernization, transmission, technology, and resilience;
- Electrification across homes, transportation, and the federal government;
- Clean energy deployment and decarbonization;
- Power infrastructure, distributed energy resources, and more.
- Lead and coordinate Schneider Electric's appropriations strategy and advocacy including the submission of requests, coordination with business units, monitoring, and organizing appropriate executive and business leader touchpoints.
- Build and maintain relationships with Members of Congress and their staff, including those on key committees to Schneider Electric priorities (e.g., Energy and Commerce, Energy and Natural Resources, Appropriations, Armed Services), and federal agencies (e.g., DOE, FERC, EPA, etc.).
- Represent Schneider Electric in trade associations, coalitions, and industry working groups to advance shared policy priorities across power, grid, and climate.
Policy Analysis & Strategy Development
- Monitor, analyze, and influence legislative and regulatory developments impacting policy topics in the Manager's portfolio.
- Translate complex policy developments into actionable insights and advocacy strategies tied to business outcomes and growth areas.
- Support the development of legislative and regulatory proposals, comments, and positions aligned with Schneider Electric's priorities.
- Develop internal briefings and educational materials to advance awareness of policies impacting Schneider Electric operations, growth, and customers.
Advocacy Execution & Stakeholder Engagement
- Support execution of congressional and agency engagement strategies, including briefings, fly-ins, and executive-level meetings.
- Draft briefing memos, leave-behinds, and advocacy collateral, including for use by senior executives.
- Coordinate with external consultants, trade associations, and coalition partners to drive activity supportive of Schneider Electric's policy goals in the U.S. and to maximize advocacy impact.
- Partner with colleagues on the State Government Relations team to align federal and state strategies and drive integrated outcomes on power and grid policies.
Thought Leadership & Brand Visibility
- Help position Schneider Electric as a thought leader on grid modernization, speed to power, electrification, and sustainability policy.
- Identify opportunities for proactive executive engagement in federal policy discussion, roundtables, and industry forums.
Location : This role is based in Washington, DC, and it involves occasional travel to key states or conferences.
Qualifications - External
We know skills and competencies show up in many different ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the listed requirements, but you are a high performer and aspire to success, we still encourage you to apply for the position.
This position may be right for you if you:
- Prefer a minimum of 7 - 10 years of experience working in policy environments including corporate government relations functions, Capitol Hill, federal agencies, or industry associations;
- Possess strong expertise in energy policy, sustainability, electrification, clean energy, and/or infrastructure policy;
- Have a proven ability to synthesize complex legislative and regulatory texts into actionable briefings and memos;
- Demonstrated success working across complex, matrixed organizations to align federal goals with state-level priorities and global corporate strategy;
- Have experience drafting legislation, legislative feedback, and/or congressional leave-behinds and collateral for influence;
- Have the ability to tie federal policy trends to specific corporate growth areas and business unit P&L;
- Have demonstrated skill in coordinating multi-stakeholder initiatives such as fly-ins, roundtables, conferences, etc.
- Enjoy socializing, networking and facilitating connections;
- Excel at managing numerous projects as a contributor and self-starter;
- Have excellent written and oral communication skills (a writing sample will be required);
- Hold a degree in Political Science, Public Administration, International Affairs, Government Relations, Economics, Law, or similar.
This role requires the ability to register as a federal lobbyist and comply with all applicable lobbying disclosure, ethics, and compliance requirements. At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: "We see you. We value you". It's more than just pay and benefits- it's a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 142,400 - USD 213,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation , youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!
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