MD, Government and Regulatory Affairs (Washington, DC, US)

Location: Washington DC CRE and Fac Office (DCA-CRE1) 
Additional Locations: None
Requisition ID: 30340 

Overview

Join us for a career with endless possibilities.

Looking for a job where a passion for innovation, a culture of teamwork, and opportunities for growth are valued and rewarded? You’ve come to the right place.

 

You don’t have to be an airline aficionado to join American Airlines. It takes more than cool planes to keep us ahead of the curve, and thanks to our team of behind the scenes professionals, we do just that. As the largest airline in the world, American Airlines is in the business of serving the global travel needs of our customers. At the core of the Company is our commitment to each customer and each employee. We are dedicated to developing and delivering what our customers value and are willing to pay for. Customer-centric planning, innovative marketing, and an exceptional customer experience are supported by a cadre of talented people.

 

What does it take to join us? We’re glad you asked! We expect exceptional skills in your discipline and a dedication to being the best as we relentlessly pursue our goal of being not just the largest airline in the world, but also the best airline in the world.

 

Fortunately, we’re building on almost a century of innovation and firsts in our industry – and we plan to continue that tradition of excellence.

About The Job

The Global Government Affairs group is a part of American’s broader Corporate Affairs team and represents the Company before Congress, regulators, and international policymakers. 

 

Specifically, you will do the following:

• Serve as American’s primary liaison to Republican Members of the Senate, building relationships with members and key staff who represent hub states, serve on committees of jurisdiction, and elected leadership
• Educate policymakers on key Company initiatives, including consumer protection issues, PFCs and other tax proposals, and general corporate matters
• Provide timely analysis to senior Company leaders and Global Government Affairs colleagues with respect to transportation- and aviation-related developments
• Identify opportunities to leverage the American Airlines brand and to increase awareness of the Company’s community affairs and philanthropic efforts
• Serve as an active Ambassador for the AA Political Action Committee and represent the Company at congressional fundraising events
• Participate in industry events on behalf of the Company and play an active role with A4A, the industry’s primary trade association

Qualifications

• Highest standards of personal ethics and integrity
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience leading team members
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in a Congressional, agency, or relevant industry role
• Demonstrated possession of the attributes central to the core of American’s leadership model, including caring for all team members and an attitude of relentless collaboration, and:
  • Development – We build future leaders
  • Results – We drive to be the best
  • Future – We continually challenge the status quo
• Proficiency in managing successful relationships over long periods of time
• Superb verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter with executive presence and the ability to run meetings effectively and keep projects on track
• Ability to work on a bi-partisan basis and to interact professionally and constructively with senior government  officials and staffers with different backgrounds
• Comfortable working with senior management and partners at all levels within the Company
• Graduate degree strongly preferred

Additional Locations: None
Requisition ID: 30340 

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