Government Affairs Counsel

Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people. The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI to enable everyone to accelerate the results that matter. By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic’s complete, cloud-based solutions for search, security, and observability help organizations deliver on the promise of AI.

What is The Role:

The EU Government Affairs Counsel will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, developing and providing input to EU legislation, regulations, and policy developments related to technology sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), privacy, cybersecurity, export controls, digital services, and other regulatory domains relevant to new and emerging technologies. This role will involve supporting our European Sales team, engaging with EU policymakers, industry associations, and other partners to represent Elastic's interests and craft favorable policy and business outcomes.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Refine Elastic's public policy strategy, to support the company's strategic business and corporate priorities.
• Monitor and analyze EU legislative and regulatory developments in emerging technology areas such as AI, data privacy, cybersecurity, digital taxation, and other technology policies that could impact Elastic’s operations and business interests.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key international government officials, including EU institutions (European Commission, European Parliament, Council of the EU, ENISA), and relevant national/local government officials.
• Identify and provide advice on business opportunities and risks stemming from public policy initiatives in new and emerging technology domains.
• Provide regular updates and training to Elastic’s Europe-based sales team on emerging EU regulations and policies that may affect Elastic's products or services.
• Work closely with the legal team to help evaluate standardized commercial contracts, terms and conditions, and other documentation that align with EU requirements across different countries and regulatory domains.
• Represent Elastic in key government forums and educate EU policymakers about our policy priorities.
• Advance the public brand and drive Elastic's reputation and thought leadership in Europe.
• Collaborate with product management and engineering teams to ensure new products and features align with relevant EU laws and regulations before being sold in the European market, providing a strong competitive advantage.

What You Bring:

• Deep understanding of the EU policy-making process, including experience with relevant legislative and regulatory initiatives in technology.
• Strong network of contacts within EU institutions and with key stakeholders, such as trade associations, think tanks, or policy influencers.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills to represent Elastic’s interests effectively to policymakers, regulators, and the public.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable policy positions.
• Strategic thinking and ability to anticipate regulatory trends that may impact the technology sector.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Political Science, Law, International Relations, or a related field. A focus on EU law or public policy is a plus.
• 4-7 years of experience in government affairs, policy advocacy, or regulatory compliance, with a specific focus on the EU, its institutions, and member states.
• Experience with EU institutions such as the European Commission, European Parliament, and EU member state governments, particularly in navigating policy discussions related to technology, cybersecurity, and data protection.
• Background in technology policy, such as AI, cybersecurity, data privacy (GDPR), cloud computing, or export controls, would be highly valuable.
• Experience working in or with multinational corporations in a regulated industry, preferably in the tech or IT sector.

Additional Information - We Take Care of Our People:

As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do.

We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do.

• Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary
• Health coverage for you and your family in many locations
• Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles
• Generous number of vacation days each year
• Increase your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service
• Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love
• Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave

Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.

We welcome individuals with disabilities and strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all individuals. To request an accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email candidate_accessibility@elastic.co We will reply to your request within 24 business hours of submission.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws, view posters linked below: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Poster; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Poster; Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Poster and Know Your Rights (Poster)

Elasticsearch develops and distributes encryption software and technology that is subject to U.S. export controls and licensing requirements for individuals who are located in or are nationals of the following sanctioned countries and regions: Belarus, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, Syria, the Crimea Region of Ukraine, the Donetsk People’s Republic (“DNR”), and the Luhansk People’s Republic (“LNR”). If you are located in or are a national of one of the listed countries or regions, an export license may be required as a condition of your employment in this role. Please note that national origin and/or nationality do not affect eligibility for employment with Elastic.

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