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PrizePicks is hiring a
Director of Government Affairs

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At PrizePicks, we are the fastest growing sports company in North America, as recognized by Inc. 5000. As the leading platform for Daily Fantasy Sports, we cover a diverse range of sports leagues, including the NFL, NBA, and Esports titles like League of Legends and Counter-Strike. Our team of over 400 employees thrives in an inclusive culture that values individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their level of sports fandom. Ready to reimagine the DFS industry together? 

PrizePicks is looking for a Director of Government Affairs to help lead advocacy efforts with legislators and key stakeholders across the broader gaming ecosystem. The Director of Government Affairs will help manage a national roster of lobbyists while representing the company before elected officials, tribal gaming leaders, and industry counterparts. We are seeking a candidate with exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills, extensive experience working with the tribal gaming community, and a background in law or government service. This role is remote and will report to the Vice President of Government Affairs.

What you’ll do:

  • Represent PrizePicks before tribal gaming leaders, state legislators, regulators, governors, state attorneys general, and on Capitol Hill as needed.
  • Engage and work with industry partners and peers, including casino operators, DFS peers, and others.
  • Monitor and provide updates on legislative matters and advise company leadership with respect to policy challenges and opportunities.
  • Develop a nuanced understanding of PrizePicks’ DFS contests, growth strategy, and member community.
  • Manage external firms, lobbyists, trade associations, and other 3rd party groups on behalf of PrizePicks. 
  • Represent the company before national political organizations, including Democratic and Republican campaign committees and entities such as the National Council of State Legislators.
  • Build and maintain close relationships with key stakeholders across the business and legislative landscapes while developing a strong knowledge base of industry happenings and trends.
  • Draft policy letters and documents for internal and external audiences.
  • Help build strategy on licensed market expansion in the DFS space.
  • Work with product and marketing teams on potential product expansion with key focus on building brand cohesion and acceptance in the regulatory space.

What you have:

  • Previous experience working in the tribal gaming community and a strong grasp of U.S. gaming issues 
  • Strong work ethic, team-first and competitive mindset, and a passion to disrupt the status quo.
  • 4+ years experience in policy and/or law with strong analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent understanding of the legislative process and state-by-state political landscapes. 
  • Ability to learn quickly with an aptitude for managing multiple projects across multiple jurisdictions
  • Strong understanding of policy and regulatory issues that impact fantasy sports
  • Able and qualified to pass key personnel submissions and background checks as part of gaming licenses in relevant jurisdictions.
  • Ability to communicate complex issues simply in writing and verbally for internal and external audiences of varying levels of familiarity within the sector.
  • Open to regular travel for stakeholder meetings, political organization conferences, relationship building, and industry events.

Where you’ll live:

 This is a remote role with occasional travel to our HQ in Atlanta

Benefits you’ll receive: 

In addition to your great compensation package, we’ll shower you with perks including:

  • Unlimited PTO to encourage a healthy work/life balance (2-week MINIMUM required!)
  • Annual bonus & stock options
  • Company-subsidized medical/dental/vision insurance plans
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Modern work schedules focused on getting the job done, not hours clocked
  • Workplace flexibility
  • Company and team outings, we encourage a tight-knit workplace
  • Generous Maternity AND Paternity leave (16 weeks!)
  • Wellness program
  • Company equipment provided (Windows & Mac options)
  • Annual performance reviews with opportunities for growth and career development

 

You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.  We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 

PrizePicks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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