Government Relations Senior Manager - South Central Region

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in corporate, trade association, or multi-client government relations consulting or relevant state or local government service (Legislative branch, Executive branch, Regulatory, Policy, and Corporate)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep understanding of state and local legislative organizations and processes, as well as policies and policymakers of interest and importance to the company

• Advanced degree preferred.

• Ability to translate regional business goals into results through the development and execution of an effective advocacy strategy, and a robust political relationship development program.

• Ability to leverage internal staff, subject matter experts and external consultants to advance strategies and objectives.

• Strong public speaking and presentation skills, for both internal and external audiences

• Strong writing and legislative/policy analysis skills

• Reputation for having the highest ethical standards and integrity

• Understanding of business offerings of operating groups and service lines as well as the company’s clients

• Proven ability to organize, manage and deliver on metrics of major projects on a deadline and within a budget

• Proven ability to effectively handle multiple complex projects and issues on the legislative and regulatory fronts

• Proven ability to work with senior company executives, colleagues, elected officials, policymakers, regulatory officials, and industry contacts

• Proven ability to lead and manage others to advance overall government relations objectives of the office and the company

• Strong team building and conflict resolution skills

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.
We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 05/07/2026.

Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:

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Role Location                                    Annual Salary Range

California                                           $132,500 to $338,300

Cleveland                                            $122,700 to $270,600

Colorado                                            $132,500 to $292,200

District of Columbia                         $141,100 to $311,200

Illinois                                                 $122,700 to $292,200

Maryland                                           $132,500 to $292,200

Massachusetts                                  $132,500 to $311,200

Minnesota                                         $132,500 to $292,200

New York                                           $122,700 to $338,300

New Jersey                                        $141,100 to $338,300

Washington                                      $141,100 to $311,200

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