Director Of Government Relations, Australia
5 days ago
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Boston, Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kyiv (Ukraine), and Melbourne (Australia), Shield AI's technology actively supports U.S. and allied operations worldwide. For more information, visit Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X and Instagram.
What you'll do:
Strategic Leadership & Government Engagement
Develop comprehensive government relations strategies aligned with Shield AI's mission and the Australian political landscape
Build and maintain relationships with key officials, ministers, MPs, senior public servants, and political advisors
Support engagements with Department of Defence, Australian Defence Force leadership, and relevant agencies
Represent company at high-level meetings, parliamentary inquiries, and defense industry forums
Policy & Advocacy
Monitor and analyze legislative/regulatory developments impacting defense technology, AI governance, autonomous systems, export controls, and foreign investment
Prepare briefings, position papers, and policy recommendations for executive leadership
Lead advocacy campaigns and coordinate responses to government consultations
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Business Development team to identify government opportunities
Work with Product teams to communicate government requirements and regulatory considerations
Collaborate with engineering teams to help stakeholders understand technical capabilities
Align government relations activities with business growth objectives and strategic priorities
Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Lead and mentor government relations team while coordinating with internal teams
Collaborate with industry associations, peak bodies, and research institutions
Manage relationships with external consultants and legal advisors
Required qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, law, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
8-10+ years experience in Australian government relations, public policy, or political affairs
Strong preference for defense industry or technology sector experience
Deep understanding of Australian political systems, parliamentary processes, and defense procurement
Essential Experience & Skills
Proven track record influencing policy outcomes within Australian defense ecosystem
Previous experience in government, parliament, Department of Defence, or senior roles with defense contractors/technology companies
Exceptional communication skills and ability to distill complex policy/technical issues
High integrity, political sensitivity, and ability to handle classified information
Strong leadership presence and collaborative approach
Our international team members are employed through our Employer of Record (EOR) and receive a comprehensive international benefits package on top of base salary. For full details on compensation and benefits, please consult your talent acquisition partner.
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