Manager, Government Affairs

Job Title:

Manager, Government Affairs (Washington, D.C.)

Company:

Prologis

Prologis is the global leader in logistics real estate. We own, manage and develop high-quality properties in the world’s most vibrant centers of commerce, with over 1 billion square feet in 19 countries, over $200B of gross AUM. Some of the world’s largest brands (e.g., Amazon, BMW, DHL, FedEx, Pepsi) turn to us because they know an efficient supply chain will make their businesses run better, and a strategic relationship with Prologis will create a competitive advantage. As a top ranked U.S. company among the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World, we take our global footprint seriously.

Do you want to play a role in global commerce?

The Manager, Government Affairs will be a key member of Prologis’ growing global government affairs team. Reporting to the Director, Government Affairs, this individual will work within the Legal division and have a leading role in advancing Prologis’ regulatory and legislative agenda in priority market states, including but not limited to California, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. This individual will be expected to identify and analyze political, legislative, and policy trends to help inform business decisions, engage directly with state legislatures and agencies, and persuasively communicate and advocate for company positions and policies through state legislative and regulatory processes. The position is based in Washington, DC.

What’s needed in order to do that:

• Monitoring, tracking, and researching legislative and regulatory policy activity at the state level to identify opportunities and risks to the enterprise;
• Providing input into and implementing legislative and regulatory initiatives and strategies that further Prologis’ government affairs objectives;
• Representing Prologis and effectively communicating company policy positions in meetings with agency officials, legislators, and their staffs;
• Representing Prologis in hearings, legislative markups, briefings, regulatory workshops, trade association meetings, conferences, and other events;
• Developing and leveraging relationships with key trade associations, industry peers, and other stakeholders in the legislative and regulatory process;
• Composing summaries and analyses of policy developments for internal and external audiences;  
• Working cross-functionally to understand business goals and objectives to ensure that government affairs activities are aligned to the business;
• Developing communication materials to articulate the Prologis story of impact and value creation to stakeholders;
• Leading team data collection and analysis for reporting on key metrics and performance outcomes;
• Performing additional duties that advance the work of the government affairs function as necessary.

Tell us if you’re ready.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred;
• 5+ of relevant public or private sector experience in state government, government affairs, or public policy (prior policy work in renewable energy, clean transportation, real estate, or commerce strongly preferred);
• An understanding of state legislative, regulatory, policymaking, and political processes;
• Experience using legislative tracking and reporting tools
• Ability to travel at peak times up to 50%;
• Strong network of contacts in state or local governments;
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with government officials and their staffs;
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills;
• Ability to distill complex issues into digestible summaries;
• Experience working with/managing outside consultants;
• Attention to detail and commitment to professionalism and integrity;
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills;
• Strong work ethic with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines;
• Ability to comply with all laws, regulations, and ethical concerns within the government affairs function and Prologis more broadly;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.

Hiring Salary Range of: $118,000-$132,000. Salary and whole compensation package (bonus target to be determined by the candidate’s locations, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

All full-time roles in the US come with a robust benefits package which includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Prologis also offers several other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits. Our 401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation. We also offer generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time.

People First

Each of us working at Prologis plays an essential role in the enduring success of our company. We value people who are decisive, courageous and adaptable. While we are one company, locations and departments operate with autonomy and accountability. Individuals take the initiative here.

When you join Prologis, you work shoulder to shoulder with some of the top talent in the industry to do the best work of your career. Every employee belongs. Every employee contributes. Employees advance their careers here.

As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most, our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and take a lot of time to focus on quality management and leadership development. People come first here.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background verification. Prologis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a condition to the commencement of your employment, Prologis requires proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. You are considered fully vaccinated two (2) weeks after your second dose in a two-dose series, such as the Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax vaccines, or two (2) weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. In addition, all employees must have at least one vaccine booster when eligible. Prologis will consider requests for a reasonable accommodation as to the vaccination requirement on the basis of a disability or sincerely-held religious belief in accordance with applicable law.