As an AI Policy Director within our strategic planning team, you will act as a crucial advisor, utilizing your knowledge in public policy related to artificial intelligence. Your expertise in strategic planning, research, and operations will be instrumental in advancing the development of recommendations concerning the intersection of AI policy and business development.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as subject matter expert on AI public policy issues;
- Support and lead third-party and coalition engagements with external stakeholders to advance the Firm’s agenda on critical issues in AI;
- Represent the Firm’s interests in Washington, DC, and other global capitals relating to AI and effectively communicate with a range of external stakeholders, including politicians, trade associations, think tanks, policymakers and regulators;
- Lead or support cross-department strategic projects & functions on behalf of the Head of AI Policy;
- Track significant initiatives and priority projects related to AI policy and advocacy across the department and the firm. Provide project management and coordination assistance to project teams, monitor progress on an ongoing basis, ensure appropriate briefing for senior leaders and successful project completion;
- Define problems; structure and build quantitative and qualitative / conceptual analyses; and apply strong judgment to identify implications and practical, high-impact solutions;
- Simultaneously work on multiple projects within the department as well as those that extend to Lines of Business, Corporate functions and strategy organizations across the firm;
- Prepare and deliver accurate, comprehensive briefing materials, including memos and presentations.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills :
- Bachelor’s Degree Required;
- 10+ years of diverse problem-solving experience;
- Experience in AI policy development and analysis;
- Understanding of government and policymaking process;
- Strong analytical and independent problem-solving skills; sound judgment and strong collaborative decision-making skills;
- Sound judgment: Able to distill complex information and evaluate diverse needs, perspectives, risks and other considerations to develop and articulate sound points of view to inform business decisions;
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and strong ability to articulate concepts and strategies effectively;
- Strong organizational skills and project management experience;
- Experience presenting to and communicating with senior management;
- Excellent relationship-building skills.
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:
- Commercial mindset or background