About Us:

Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation is a US subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, one of the most successful automotive companies. With Mercedes-Benz AG, the Group is one of the leading global suppliers of premium and luxury cars and vans. Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG offers financing, leasing, car subscription and car rental, fleet management, digital services for a charging and payment as well as innovative mobility services. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation (MBNAC) operates as a holding company for all Mercedes-Benz Group entities in the United States of America. MBNAC provides services to Mercedes-Benz Group subsidiaries in North America in areas such as Treasury, Tax, Accounting, Corporate Communications, Government Relations, Legal and Human Resources.

Why work at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation?
Working at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to join an innovative team where you are valued for your contributions. As an employee, you will experience career development in a positive, employee-centric environment. We’re a global company that not only offers best-in-class products to our customers but also best-in-class benefits to our employees. Our employees experience a comfortable, friendly environment and relaxed, inclusive culture.   

Benefits

When working at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation, you will enjoy a comprehensive and amenity-rich benefits package offering something for every employee at each stage of their life. 

As a new employee, you will have the opportunity to take advantage of the following benefits that go beyond – beginning day one:

Get Rewarded! Competitive salary plus an annual bonus based on company performance and/or personal yearly performance  

Need a vacation? How about just some time for YOU! In addition to our vacation time, you’ll receive fifteen (15) additional corporate holidays, which will allow you to celebrate religious holidays or escape to the spa! Designed to be flexible, we let you decide which days are most important to you!

Ride in Style - All employees are eligible to participate in the Mercedes-Benz Employee Lease Program

We want you to be healthy!  Outstanding medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer-paid short and long term disability plus on-site exercise facilities

Is your family growing?  Enjoy generous paid Family Leave Programs  - Six Weeks for New Parents; Adoption Expense Reimbursement Programs - up to $6k per child  

Want to go back to school?  Tuition Assistance Scholar Program - receive up to $8k in vouchers to complete business-related coursework

• $6k for undergraduate
• $8k for graduate

Job Overview:

Mercedes-Benz North America (MBNAC) seeks to hire a Government Affairs Specialist in its Washington, D.C office. Working with the External Affairs team, this individual will play a key role monitoring legislation and policy developments for impact on company operations and advocating company positions on key legislative and regulatory priority issues.  The Government Affairs Specialist is also responsible for providing leadership on internal communications, including materials development, planning and executing
events/programs, representing the company before trade and membership organizations and supporting the day-to-day operations of the office.  Above all this individual will be comfortable in a role that will require multitasking, creativity, and a willingness to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

At Mercedes-Benz Government Affairs is core business, and this role is a key member of the team.
 

Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:
Legislative & Regulatory Monitoring
•    Track federal legislation, regulations, and policy developments. 
•    Analyze potential impacts on company operations and business priorities. 
•    Help develop and communicate company positions on policy issues. 
Government & External Relations
•    Support advocacy efforts with policymakers, agencies, and stakeholders. 
•    Represent the company in trade associations and membership organizations. 
•    Build and maintain relationships with external partners and internal teams across the company. 
Internal Communications 
•    Develop briefing materials, presentations and talking points.
•    Coordinate internal communications related to public policy initiatives. 
•    Support planning and execution of events, programs, and stakeholder engagements. 
Office & Team Operations
•    Support day-to-day operations of the Washington, D.C. office. 
•    Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. 
•    Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, communications, business, and leadership teams.
 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application. Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 4 years of experience in a trade association, corporate or in Government. Previous experience in the auto industry or transportation sector a plus.
• Background on policy issues of significance to the auto industry, including but not limited to artificial intelligence, energy and environment, innovation, trade, transportation, technology (AVs), vehicle safety and workforce.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Well organized; strong attention to detail.
• Excellent computer and technology skills, advanced knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel and other platforms.
• Self-starter and team player who is interested in the auto industry.

Posting Statement

Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation offers competitive salary commensurate with experience and a full suite of benefits including 401(K) with match, generous vacation and personal time, performance-based bonuses, a Mercedes-Benz car program and more.

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