Government Relations Communications Manager Job at Bentley Systems, Washington DC

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  • Bentley Systems
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Government Relations Communications Manager

 

Location: Home-Based, US (Eastern Seaboard preferred)

 

Position Summary:

 

As a Government Relations Communications Manager within the Government Relations department, you will be part of a dynamic, hard-working global team that engages with leaders and government officials to educate them on the importance of critical infrastructure (roads, bridges, railroads, water systems, power lines, and much more) and how technology can greatly assist the industry and governments in achieving their goals.

 

This position directly supports the US and EU Government Relations Senior Directors by (i) developing strategic communications campaigns to enhance Bentley's reputation toward policymakers around the world including in Washington DC, in different state and local US jurisdictions, and across the EU from Brussels to individual countries; and (ii) managing all internal communications from the Government Relations team, including regular articles, webinars, updates, and newsletters. You will coordinate Bentley participation at relevant public policy-focused events, serve as a first point of contact toward specialized media, and package many of our existing materials to elevate Bentley as a thought leader on digitalization of infrastructure (with a focus on transportation, energy, and water).

 

Your Day-to-Day:

 

  • With guidance from the VP Government Relations and US/EU Government Relations Senior Directors, design, manage, and execute public policy-focused communication campaigns.
  • Produce and manage government relations content and collateral. Content shall include presentations, one-pagers, and deeper substantive papers on how Bentley's technology is improving quality of life and making infrastructure more sustainable and resilient.
  • Managing all internal communications from the Government Relations team, including through preparation and dissemination of articles, updates, webinars, and newsletters.
  • Enable and coordinate Bentley participation at public policy-focused events, as well as manage relationships with specialized media (including journalists).
  • Brief, prep, collaborate with and advise Bentley colleagues on public policy-focused strategic communications (e.g., PR & Media).
  • Assist/coordinate on-site event activities for certain Government Relations focused conferences/seminars.
  • Help coordinate activities with other Bentley groups such as Marketing, Sales, and Product to ensure a consistent and accurate message.
  • This role requires travel up to 10%.
  • This is a full-time role expected to work 40 hours per week, home-based in the US.
  • Requires sitting or standing at will while performing work on a computer (or any other  physical requirements ). The role requires communication with managers, peers, and other colleagues of the company in person (on occasion), and by utilizing Microsoft Teams chat, calling, and meeting functions.

 

What You Bring to The Team:

 

  • 3-5 years of government relations or corporate communications experience.
  • Self-starter with the ability to understand business needs, think strategically and develop creative and constructive proposals while working collaboratively across business functions.
  • Capitol Hill/Executive agency experience (EPA, USDOT, DOE etc.) preferred.
  • Should be able to execute in both regions (U.S. and Europe), with good knowledge of political dynamics.
  • Track record of successfully delivering reputational outcomes through multi-pronged communications strategies (events, media, collateral, social media).
  • Excellent writing skills, particularly when simplifying complex topics and ideas.
  • Strong technology skills for helping create, edit, format papers, graphics, and presentations.
  • Ability to work as part of a team, with a high degree of self-awareness, integrity, and accountability.
  • Experience in a political or government office is valued but not required.
  • Full professional proficiency in English language

 

What We Offer:

 

  • A great Team and culture – please see our Recruitment Video.
  • An exciting career as an integral part of a world-leading software company providing solutions for architecture, engineering, and construction.
  • Growth in the role, i.e., the ability to take on greater responsibility within the GR team.
  • Competitive Salary and benefits.
  • The opportunity to work within a global and diversely international team.
  • A supportive and collaborative environment.
  • Colleague Recognition Awards .

About Bentley Systems

Bentley Systems (Nasdaq: BSY) is the  infrastructure engineering software company. We provide innovative software to advance the world’s infrastructure – sustaining both the global economy and environment. Our industry-leading software solutions are used by professionals, and organizations of every size, for the design, construction, and operations of roads and bridges, rail and transit, water and wastewater, public works and utilities, buildings and campuses, mining, and industrial facilities. Our offerings, powered by the  iTwin Platform for infrastructure digital twins, include  MicroStation and  Bentley Open applications for modeling and simulation,  Seequent’s software for geoprofessionals, and  Bentley Infrastructure Cloud encompassing  ProjectWise for project delivery,  SYNCHRO for construction management, and  AssetWise for asset operations. Bentley Systems’ 5,200 colleagues generate annual revenues of more than $1 billion in 194 countries.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

 

Bentley is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, religion, national origin, age, genetic information or any other protected characteristic. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, and training.  Know Your Rights as an applicant under the law.

 

 

Request an Accommodation:

 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Bentley is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. We encourage you to request a reasonable accommodation if you are not able to fully use or access our online application system. You can make an accommodation request by calling 610-458-5000 or sending us an email at [email protected]

 

 

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