Policy & Partnerships Manager, East Coast

The role

You will develop, launch, and manage new micromobility markets and partnerships. You will work with the Director of Government Partnerships and cross-functionally with Engineering and Operations departments.

What you will do

• Establish and manage long-term and constructive relationships with clients, city staff, elected officials, community based organizations, businesses, and advocacy groups.
• Liaise with city, university, and community partners to establish program rules and requirements.
• Identify and cultivate new market leads to help expand service and products to new cities.
• Advise Veo’s Operations team to ensure compliance with local rules and regulations.
• Contribute strategy framework and local knowledge to Market Entry team.
• Provide guidance and insight on legal and compliance matters related to policy initiatives and partnerships.
• Travel to meet with stakeholders and attend relevant events.

Required qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience working on public-private partnerships, or similar background in urban/transportation planning, politics, urban development, or relevant areas of law and policy
• Demonstrated experience developing and fostering community partnerships
• Ability to manage interplay between internal stakeholders
• Ability to lead cross-functional efforts to manage complex partnerships and projects
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• Strong proposal writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and maintain attention to detail
• Independent self-starter with effective people collaboration skills
• Ability to travel and welcome short-notice arrangements

Nice to have

• Juris Doctor (JD)
• Experience interacting with various City agencies and bureaucracy, and navigating the nexus of local government and community stakeholders
• SQL and data analysis skills and experience

Benefits

• Base Salary: $95,000–$125,000
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Stock options
• Unlimited PTO
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) with company match

About the company

Veo is a leading shared micromobility provider in North America that provides bike and scooter rides in over 60 cities and universities. The company designs and manufactures its own vehicles, hardware, and software systems.