SVP, Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy

• Develop, lead, and execute Safelite’s enterprise-wide government affairs and public policy strategy, aligned with long‐term business goals and growth initiatives
• Serve as a senior advisor to executive leadership on legislative, regulatory, political, and reputational risks and opportunities
• Translate complex public policy developments into clear, actionable insights for business leaders and functional teams
• Act as Safelite’s primary representative to federal, state, and local government officials, regulators, and relevant agencies
• Lead strategic engagement with policymakers to shape legislation, regulations, and administrative actions affecting Safelite and the broader industry
• Build and maintain high‐trust, long‐term relationships with elected officials, regulators, and key policy influencers across party lines
• Oversee and optimize Safelite’s federal and multi‐state lobbying efforts, including direct engagement and coordination with 30+ external lobbyists and consultants
• Direct the company’s advocacy, grassroots, and coalition‐building initiatives to advance Safelite’s public policy priorities
• Provide executive oversight of PAC governance, political contributions, and engagement strategies, ensuring effectiveness, transparency, and compliance
• Lead monitoring, analysis, and forecasting of legislative, regulatory, and policy trends, assessing business, operational, and reputational impacts
• Guide the development of company policy positions, white papers, testimony, and legislative proposals
• Position Safelite as a thought leader and trusted industry voice through participation in hearings, public forums, and industry events
• Partner closely with Legal, Compliance, Risk, Operations, Finance, Communications, and Business Unit leaders to align public policy efforts with enterprise objectives
• Build strong external partnerships with industry associations, OEMs, clients, insurers, and coalition partners to advance shared policy goals
• Provide training and guidance to senior leaders and associates on government affairs engagement and advocacy best practices
• Ensure compliance with all applicable lobbying, ethics, disclosure, and campaign finance laws and regulations
• Uphold the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct in all government and political activities
• Protect and enhance Safelite’s brand and reputation through disciplined, values‐driven public policy engagement

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive leadership in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory strategy at the state and federal levels
• 10+ years of experience managing sophisticated lobbying operations, including multi‐state and federal networks and external advocacy partners
• Proven success leading public policy, political, and advocacy initiatives that drive measurable business outcomes
• Significant experience overseeing PACs, political compliance, and grassroots programs
• Demonstrated experience engaging with complex, highly regulated industries (e.g., insurance, automotive, mobility, financial services, or healthcare)