State and Local Affairs Lead, Midwest

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a State and Local Affairs Lead, Midwest based in United States.

This role will lead state and local government affairs across the Midwestern United States, shaping engagement around AI policy, legislation, and regulation. You will build trusted relationships with legislators, governors’ offices, attorneys general, state agencies, and local government leaders.

The position combines political strategy, policy execution, coalition building, and stakeholder engagement across a dynamic and rapidly evolving technology landscape. You will work closely with policy, communications, legal, and executive teams to translate complex AI issues into effective regional strategies. Regular travel across the Midwest will be an important part of the role.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a high-impact state affairs function at a critical stage in the development of AI policy.