Job Number:
HC-03894
Date Posted:
March 20, 2026
Position Title:
Director, Government Relations
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
Levi Strauss & Co.
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$159,000 – $233,200 per year
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
Seeking a public policy and government relations expert to lead the development, planning, and delivery of public policy and stakeholder engagement initiatives to support Levi Strauss & Co.'s business and strengthen the company's reputation.Design and execute advocacy strategies for the global government relations strategic plan for legislative and regulatory issues at the international, federal, state, and local levels.Bachelor's degree required; an advanced degree in international relations, political science, and/or international economics preferred.
Responsibilities:
• Design and execute advocacy strategies for the global government relations strategic plan for legislative and regulatory issues at the international, federal, state, and local levels.
• Work internally with business leaders to shape LS&Co.'s public policy priorities and advocacy plans to advance business objectives.
• Develop and strengthen strategic relationships with U.S. and government officials globally, government agencies, relevant nonprofit organizations, and business and interest groups, serving as a strong company advocate.
• Advance LS&Co.'s public policy priorities, focusing on the areas of trade, tax, sustainability, civic engagement, and social policies.
• Develop strategies and support the Board, C-suite executives, and brand leaders to appropriately engage government officials and support public policy initiatives.
• Deliver a return to the company's business growth and corporate reputation through its government relations outreach.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree required; an advanced degree in international relations, political science, and/or international economics preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in the public and/or private sector working on government affairs and public policy initiatives.
• Demonstrated leader-level knowledge, skills, and expertise in government affairs, public policy, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to create, influence, and translate public policy strategies based on insights, research, data, and planning.
• Ability to develop accurate conclusions based on context, facts, experience, and stakeholder needs, and to make thoughtful decisions.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with strong subject matter expertise in social and environmental sustainability public policy and stakeholder engagement across all levels of LS&Co. and external organizations.
Instructions:
Email to apply
Other:
Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes base pay, incentive plans, 401(k) matching, paid leave, health insurance, product discounts, and more—designed to help you and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance work and personal life.
