Job Description

Eaton Fiber is building a 100% fiber network to support the next generation of broadband services. Eaton Fiber is a portfolio company of Tillman Global Holdings, a holding company focused on building premier digital infrastructure businesses globally. We have an incredible opportunity for a Regional Head of External Affairs, who will report directly to the COO. This position will manage Eaton’s government affairs portfolio including work at the local, state, and federal levels. Given Eaton is beginning its construction process, the primary focus of the government affairs work initially will be building relationships with local officials to support quickly securing entry agreements and permits needed for the network build.

This role is based in Bergen County, NJ and requires up to 70% travel to various municipalities within the US.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage execution of government affairs strategy to secure necessary licenses, agreements, and approvals from state and local governments to support network construction.
• Hire and effectively manage external consultants in local markets to expedite regulatory and government approvals for network construction and business operations.
• Work closely with construction and business operations teams to ensure business priorities are addressed in any government approvals.
• Support network construction process by resolving any government concerns regarding construction process.
• Monitor policy (legislative or executive branch) developments at the state and federal levels that could impact business operations and build timing.
• Develop and execute plan to build strategic relationships with targeted state and federal officials, informed by the business growth plan.
• Identify influential stakeholders at the local and state level and develop relationships with such stakeholders to support business expansion.
• Identify compliance obligations relating to government/regulatory approvals and ensure clear ownership of compliance obligations to support positive relationships for Eaton with government officials.
• Advise leadership on policy risks and opportunities.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory roles
• Strong knowledge of telecom and broadband regulatory requirements, including local market entry processes and state certification requirements.
• Experience working with multi-level governmental and community partners to support infrastructure improvements.
• Experience working with government agencies and elected officials
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Functions effectively as team leader and collaborator on executive leadership team.
• Creative problem solver focused on outcomes and resilient in the face of challenges.
• Success in an entrepreneurial environment and able to span from strategic planning to execution in support of business objectives.

As a growing company, we are committed to attracting and developing the absolute best talent by offering a workplace where results are recognized and rewarded. We offer a terrific opportunity for you to grow:

• Collaborative environment
• Competitive benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 401k plan with company match
• Generous PTO and 11 company holidays annually

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