Vice President, Government Affairs

Veralto

Jul 31

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Job
Full-time
Expert / Leadership (9+ years)

Requirements

Extensive relevant job experience in government affairs, public policy, advocacy, and/or related fields, preferably in manufacturing, consumer packaged goods, diversified industrial and/or technology sectors.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with key government officials, regulators, industry associations, and other stakeholders at the local, national, and international levels.
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and persuade decision-makers and communicate complex issues clearly and concisely.
Strong knowledge of the regulatory and policy landscape affecting the Company's business areas and strategic objectives, as well as the ability to identify and monitor emerging trends and opportunities.
Proven track record of developing, executing, and measuring results in successful government affairs strategies and campaigns.
The ideal candidate has a blend of corporate and governmental (Hill, Administration) experience.
Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Communications, political science, public administration, or related fields. Advanced degrees, including a Master’s in Public Policy or a Juris Doctor, are beneficial, although not required.
Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions, businesses, and regions within the Company.
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex policy issues and provide strategic advice and guidance to senior executives and business units on the implications and opportunities for the Company.
High ethical standards and integrity, with a commitment to comply with Veralto’s Code of Conduct and all applicable laws and regulations.
Champion of the Veralto Enterprise System and continuous improvement.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish and maintain trust and credibility with diverse internal and external audiences.
Results-driven with the ability to create followership, collaboration, and instill trust.
Humility, transparency, and self-awareness.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and develop the government affairs function, both strategically and operationally, to create a center of excellence and trusted business partner.
Develop and implement a comprehensive and proactive public policy/government affairs strategy that aligns with Veralto's purpose, strategy, and values.
Translate the strategy into a clearly articulated, actionable plan with key deliverables, which are regularly monitored and measured.
Consistent with business priorities and annual goals, provide leadership, support, direction, and supervision to federal, state-based, and other advocacy staff, including dotted line supervision of Vice President – Policy & Stakeholder Management (Water Segment).
Build and maintain strong relationships with government officials, regulators, industry associations, and other stakeholders at the local, national, and international levels.
Monitor and analyze the policy landscape and identify emerging trends, opportunities, and risks for Veralto and its operating companies.
Advocate for the Company's interests and positions on key policy issues such as existing and future legislation concerning climate-related disclosures, plastics pollution strategy, labeling requirements, corporate tax incentives promoting clean energy, energy efficiency, and producing clean energy products.
Bring insights into these issues, along with a capability to quickly acquire knowledge in new issue areas.
Influence relevant stakeholders in a bi-partisan, values-aligned manner.
Coordinate and collaborate with internal teams in the operating companies, Corporate Communications, and Strategy and Sustainability to ensure alignment and consistency on prioritization and execution of policy matters consistent with the Company’s strategy.
Support Veralto’s sustainability and corporate social responsibility initiatives, including environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting.
Engage, manage, and oversee activities of external lobbying firms as needed.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Vice President of Government Affairs at Veralto?

The primary responsibility is to lead Veralto's government affairs strategy and operations globally, managing legislative, regulatory, political, and reputational risks while promoting growth opportunities.

What are the essential duties of the Vice President of Government Affairs?

The essential duties include leading and managing the government affairs function, developing a comprehensive public policy strategy, building relationships with key stakeholders, advocating for the company’s positions on significant policy issues, and supporting sustainability and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

What type of experience is required for this position?

Extensive relevant experience in government affairs, public policy, and advocacy is required, preferably in manufacturing, consumer packaged goods, diversified industrial, or technology sectors.

What educational background is preferred for candidates applying for this role?

A Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Communications, political science, public administration, or related fields is preferred. Advanced degrees such as a Master’s in Public Policy or a Juris Doctor are beneficial but not required.

What skills are important for the Vice President of Government Affairs?

Important skills include excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities, strong analytical skills for complex policy issues, leadership and management capabilities, and a commitment to high ethical standards and integrity.

How does the Vice President of Government Affairs contribute to Veralto's corporate culture?

The VP drives the company culture by fostering a high-performance, engaged, diverse, and motivated government affairs function, ensuring alignment with the company’s values and business objectives.

What is the compensation range for this role?

The compensation range for this role is $275,000 - $350,000 USD per year, and it is also eligible for bonus pay.

Are there any specific attributes that the ideal candidate should possess?

The ideal candidate should have exceptional leadership skills, the ability to analyze complex policy issues, high ethical standards, excellent relationship-building skills, and qualities such as humility, transparency, and self-awareness.

Is experience in both corporate and governmental sectors preferred?

Yes, the ideal candidate is expected to have a blend of corporate and governmental experience.

How does Veralto approach diversity and equal opportunity in its hiring process?

Veralto is committed to equal opportunity and values diversity in its workforce, ensuring that all individuals are treated fairly and that diverse perspectives are integrated throughout the company.

Veralto

Manufacturing & Electronics

Industry

10,001+

Employees

Mission & Purpose

Imagine a world where everyone has access to clean water, safe food and medicines, and trusted essential goods. That is the tomorrow Veralto is creating today. Veralto is a $4.8B global leader in essential technology solutions. Our industry-leading companies are building on a long-established legacy of innovation and customer trust to create a safer, cleaner, more vibrant future. Veralto’s Water Quality companies—Aquatic Informatics, ChemTreat, Hach, McCrometer, OTT HydroMet, Sea-Bird Scientific, Trojan Technologies, and XOS—help customers manage, treat, purify, and protect the global water supply, from municipal and wastewater treatment facilities to lakes, rivers, watersheds, and oceans. And our Product Quality and Innovation companies—Esko, Linx, Pantone, Videojet, and X-Rite—help protect the world’s food, medicine, and essentials by enabling customers to track and authenticate the billions of goods that travel the global supply chain every day. Veralto is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, with 300+ locations worldwide. Our global team of 16,000 associates is guided by the Veralto Enterprise System and united by a powerful purpose: Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources™.