Manager, Government Relations

OverviewMcDonald’s is a global brand with restaurants in over 100 countries. The company emphasizes growth, positive impact, and a values-driven culture focused on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. The organization offers a broad range of benefits and opportunities for career impact.Department: McDonald's Global Impact and U.S. Impact teams coordinate Communications, Government Relations, Community Affairs, Sustainability & ESG to support the U.S. business in alignment with Global Impact priorities. The team is based across the U.S. footprint and supports diverse priorities.DutiesThe McDonald’s State & Local Government Relations and Community & Public Affairs team is seeking a Manager of Government Relations Strategy to manage strategic enablers and tools that enable the team to execute regional and state-level GR plans. The role involves enhancing connectivity with field teams across the United States, managing legislative tracking and horizon scanning, formulating actionable risk assessments, and gathering stakeholder insights to shape national advocacy. The role reports to the Director, State and Local Government Relations and Community Affairs Strategy, and is based at McDonald’s Global Headquarters in Chicago, Illinois.Monitor, track and organize key state and local policy developments using legislative tracking tools and industry insights. Ensure a sustainable process for collaboration and sharing timely updates/insights across the team, cross-functional partners, and leadership to support informed decision-making on priority state and local issues.Support the execution of the national strategy for State & Local Government Relations by maintaining a comprehensive calendar of legislative sessions, internal reporting timelines, and key stakeholder engagements. Lead improvements to team processes, including meeting schedules, training sessions, and internal communications, to help the broader organization understand and engage with the team’s work.Manage core government relations operations and ensure tools and strategies are coordinated across teams. Plan and manage agendas and logistics for strategic meetings, ensuring clear goals and follow-through.Act as a collaborative partner across functions, contributing ideas and helping connect the team’s work to broader impact strategies.Develop policy positions and tools on state and local issues, as needed, ensuring the organization is well-prepared to address emerging challenges and opportunities.Support implementation of new projects and initiatives, as directed.Develop a deep understanding of the global brand and business.QualificationsBA/BS degreeKnowledge of and interest in policy, legislative and regulatory issues, and state and local government landscapeKnowledge of and ability to thrive within large, matrixed organizations or systemsExcellent communication, writing, and organizational skills, including ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and hit deadlinesProven ability to adapt quickly to a fast-paced environment and support multiple high priority work streams with ambiguous or undefined parameters (pilots, sprints, etc.)Self-starter with a bias towards action and focus on delivering quality resultsEffective and nimble collaborator who will work cross-functionally with different levels of leadership and teamsStrong project management skills and experience managing partner relationships, SMEs, and cross-functional partnersConfidence to engage across all levels of the business and influence without authority while exercising sound judgement and strengthening trust through transparency and accountabilityProfessional communicator, experience with stakeholder engagement activitiesRelationship building skills internally and externally, strong ambassador outside of the companyPreferred QualificationsPrior experience as a government relations professional within a corporation, trade association, or private firm on issues pertinent to the restaurant/retail/technology industryDemonstrated leadership role within industry working groups and a strong stakeholder networkExperience advocating or lobbying to organizations at the state and local level, trade association or policy think tank preferredAdvanced degree in Public Policy, Government, or related fieldCompensation & BenefitsBenefits Eligible: YesSalary Range: The expected salary range for this role is $112,860.00 - $143,900.00 per year. The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. We may also consider your experience and other job-related factors in determining your pay.Additional InformationBenefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application or hiring process or to perform essential job functions. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting, please contact . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. McDonald’s prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and is committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. This policy covers all terms and conditions of employment.Nothing in this job posting should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-25