Description
We are seeking a Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy to build the function responsible for how Harvey engages with governments, regulators, judiciaries, and institutions shaping the future of AI in legal and professional services.
The primary emphasis is on public policy: educating and informing policymakers, building Harvey's credibility as a substantive, trusted voice in consequential conversations about AI governance, the future of the legal profession, and access to justice.
The scope spans federal, state, and local bodies in the US, EMEA and APAC , where bar associations, state licensing authorities, and judicial and legislative actions are currently setting the most consequential AI policy.
Responsibilities:
- Build Harvey's government affairs and public policy function
- Own the policy relationship landscape
- Develop Harvey's policy narrative
- Maintain institutional credibility
- Inform product and market strategy
- Build and lead the team
Requirements:
- A career defined by progressive depth in public policy, government affairs, or regulatory work
- A policy-first orientation, not a lobbying-first one
- Demonstrated ability to build, not just operate
- Deep, trusted relationships with senior government, regulatory, and institutional stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions
- Substantive familiarity with the legal industry, the judiciary, or the regulatory environment around legal services and AI
- Bipartisan credibility and intellectual integrity
- Genuine conviction about the role of AI in improving legal services and expanding access to justice
- Exceptional written and verbal communication
- Principled judgment in complex environments
Benefits:
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
- Retirement benefits (401k match up to 4%)
- Flexible PTO
- Equity plan