Anthropic
State and Local Affairs Lead, Midwest
$230K–$265K
Remote-Friendly, United States +1 · Remote · Full-time · Posted Sep 28, 2026
- Location
- Remote-Friendly, United States
Remote-Friendly US (Travel Required) - Experience
- Minimum years correlate with internal job level requirements; preferred qualification: 8+ years.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience. Relevant field demonstrated through coursework, training, or professional experience.
- Visa sponsorship
- Visa sponsorship is offered, but not guaranteed for every role or candidate; Anthropic states it will make every reasonable effort to obtain a visa after an offer.
About the job
Leads Anthropic’s state and local government affairs across the Midwest, advancing AI policy and representing the company in legislative, regulatory, and community engagement.
What you'll do
- Build relationships with state and local officials and regional organizations; represent Anthropic at hearings, events, and public forums.
- Track and analyze relevant legislation and regulatory proceedings, represent Anthropic’s positions, and develop regional engagement strategies and messaging.
- Coordinate regional policy work with internal teams and manage outside advisors and registered lobbyists.
What they ask for
- Experience in state and local government affairs, political strategy, or legislative roles, with demonstrated contributions to legislative and regulatory outcomes.
- Existing relationships with state and local leaders in the Midwest.
- Knowledge of state legislative and executive processes, regulatory procedures, and local authority.
- Track record of delivering measurable outcomes in government affairs; prepared to travel regularly across the region.
Nice to have
- 8+ years of experience in state and local government affairs, political strategy, or legislative roles.
- Experience with external partnerships, technology policy, coalition-building, or communications for policy campaigns.
Pay
$230,000 — $265,000 USD (base salary)
AI focus
Advances AI policy, legislation, and regulation at the state and local level; translates technical research and policy positions into regional engagement strategies.
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