Description
CoreWeave is seeking a Director of International Affairs to lead its international affairs and engagement strategy for expansion into new markets.
The successful candidate will build trusted relationships with key government officials, regulators, and diplomatic and economic development officials, and work with Corporate Development, Legal, and the build teams to open doors, de-risk deals, and accelerate the path from announcement to operating capacity.
Key responsibilities include:
- Owning and leading CoreWeave's international affairs, with accountability for market-entry and expansion priorities across assigned regions.
- Partnering with Corporate Development and business leaders to assess political, regulatory, and stakeholder risk, shape market-entry strategy, and support negotiations with governments and public-sector counterparties.
- Working alongside the build, real estate, energy, and operations teams to support site selection, permitting, grid and power access, incentives, and community engagement in new markets.
- Developing and executing market-specific engagement plans that identify key stakeholders, anticipate emerging issues, establish engagement milestones, and recommend practical courses of action and escalation paths.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with senior and relevant government officials, regulators, diplomats, and key stakeholders to support CoreWeave's priorities and reputation as a trusted partner.
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field, and a minimum of 15 years of progressive professional experience in international government affairs, public policy, diplomacy, trade, or a closely related role.
In terms of benefits, CoreWeave offers a comprehensive package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase program, mental wellness benefits, family-forming support, paid parental leave, flexible childcare support, 401(k) with a generous employer match, flexible PTO, and catered lunch in office and data center locations.