Federal Government Relations Manager
US$127,000 / yr base salary
Posted 28 Jul 2026
Advertised as “Sr Mgr, U.S. Federal Govt. Relations”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 8–10 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Hybrid
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
| Base salary | US$127,000 / yr |
|---|
Field of studyGovernment, Law, Political Science, Public Policy (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Study levelMaster's
At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader — we’re changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We’re committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts.
Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work — every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet.
Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers — and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.
About the Role
eBay is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join its Washington, D.C.-based Government Affairs team as Senior Manager, U.S. Federal Government Relations. This position will own a portfolio of high-priority federal legislative and regulatory issues affecting ecommerce and online marketplaces, with a primary focus on technology, consumer protection, competition, privacy, artificial intelligence, intellectual property, product safety, and intermediary liability. This role involves developing and completing federal advocacy strategies before Congress and key executive branch agencies. The person will serve as a trusted advisor to internal business leaders on emerging policy developments, legislative strategy, and political engagement.
Primary Job Responsibilities
The Senior Manager for U.S. Federal Government Relations will serve a meaningful function on the Government Relations team located in Washington, D.C. This role reports directly to the Head of U.S. Federal Government Relations.
-
Government Relations Strategy: Lead the development and execution of comprehensive federal government relations strategies aligned with company objectives, with a particular emphasis on technology, ecommerce, consumer protection, intermediary liability, artificial intelligence, privacy, intellectual property, product safety, and other policy issues within the jurisdiction of the House and Senate Judiciary and Commerce Committees.
-
Policy Advocacy: Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments affecting ecommerce and online marketplaces. Identify policy opportunities and risks and develop advocacy strategies that advance company priorities while mitigating legislative and regulatory challenges.
-
Congressional and Executive Branch Engagement: Build and maintain positive relationships with legislators, their aides, officials in the executive branch, and policymakers. Lead engagement before congressional committees and federal agencies, including the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), and other relevant agencies.