Director – Government Affairs

Salesforce

. Develop and execute proactive government relations strategies targeting elected officials, ministers, and government agencies .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeSydney • AustraliaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in government affairs and public policy, with a strong focus on AI governance, cloud security, and regulatory processes. Proven ability to build relationships with government officials and articulate complex policy issues effectively.

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10+ Years Experience In Government AffairsDeep Knowledge Of Policy-Making ProcessesStrong Background In Tech Procurement FrameworksExceptional Written And Verbal Communication SkillsExperience In Highly Regulated Sectors

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Hard Skills

AI GovernanceCloud Security StandardsData SovereigntyIT ModernisationLegislative ProcessesRegulatory InquiriesPublic Policy DevelopmentProcurement PathwaysPolicy Coalition ManagementEngagement Planning

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingExecutive Presentation SkillsArticulation Of Complex IssuesCollaborationAdaptability In Fast-Paced Environments

Tools & Technologies

SalesforcePublic Sector ToolsCompliance SystemsLegal FrameworksPR Strategies

Industry Keywords

Government RelationsPublic PolicyTechnology Industry AssociationsAustralian Federal GovernmentState GovernmentsMultinational CompaniesHealth SectorDefence SectorFinancial Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute proactive government relations strategies targeting elected officials, ministers, and government agencies
Shape policy on AI governance, agentic technology, cloud security, data sovereignty, privacy, and IT modernisation
Build and maintain trusted relationships with government decision-makers, agency executives, and procurement leaders
Partner with the Salesforce Public Sector team to address commercial friction and unblock public sector procurement pathways
Build an engagement plan supporting strategic growth objectives across government
Represent and manage Salesforce in technology industry associations and policy coalitions
Collaborate with Legal, PR, Compliance, Security, Product, sales, and other internal teams
Serve as the central point of contact and subject matter expert for Australian government affairs, regulatory inquiries, and political outreach
Report to the Vice President of Government Affairs and Public Policy for APAC
Provide other support as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive experience in senior government affairs, public policy, or legislative roles within technology, government, or top-tier advisory
Deep knowledge of policy-making, legislative, and regulatory processes across Australian Federal and State governments
Strong background in tech procurement frameworks, cloud security standards, and emerging tech governance
Exceptional written, verbal, and executive presentation skills
Proven ability to articulate complex policy issues to senior political and corporate leaders
Proven track record operating effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed corporate environment alongside sales, legal, product, and PR teams
Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, International Relations, or equivalent practical experience, OR Bachelor/Graduate degree, or equivalent proven experience in public policy and/or law
Experience working at a multinational company or a technology company and/or in highly regulated sectors such as health, defence, or financial services

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salesforce benefits and resources supporting balance and well-being
AI agents to accelerate employee impact
Reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process
Equal opportunity and non-discrimination protections