Lime is the largest global shared micromobility business, operating in close to 30 countries across five continents. We’re on a mission to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon-free. Our electric bikes and scooters have powered more than one billion rides in cities around the world. Named a 2025 Time 100 Most Influential Company, Lime continues to set the pace for shared micromobility globally, spurring a new generation of clean alternatives to car ownership.
We are hiring a Senior Regional Lead, Government Relations for New York City and the greater NYC metro area, to join Lime’s global policy and communications team. In this role, you will partner directly with the operations team to strengthen our relationships with government officials and promote our community presence throughout the city. You will advance policies that promote the City’s shared micromobility program; preserve, expand, and develop new micromobility programs in cities throughout the region; grow our fleet size across multiple vehicle types; and ensure that we are developing meaningful, trusting, and long-term relationships with key micromobility stakeholders.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in building partnerships with government and community leaders. A core skill will be the ability to communicate the values of our service to regulators, the media, and other key constituencies. You will also be comfortable working in a dynamic environment with evolving goals, have an aptitude to overcome obstacles as they arise, and ambition to work collaboratively to get things done.
This is a remote position with a requirement for candidates to reside in New York to maintain effective collaboration across teams.
This position requires occasional travel to support business operations, which is considered an essential function of the role. Lime will provide reasonable accommodations as needed.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with government leaders at the city and state levels, and including agency staff and elected officials; non-profit and community organizations; business community partners; the media and other prospective partners to effectively carry out the government relations and public affairs strategy.
- Participate in media interviews and speak at government and community forums on-site and organize, attend, and lead public on-site events.
- In partnership with regional leadership, evaluate, prioritize, and implement strategic paths toward maintaining and growing the current fleet of Lime vehicles in all areas of New York City’s current four-borough shared mobility program.
- Collaborate with regional operations, campaigns, and policy leadership teams to develop and put into place a long-term government relations strategy that is aligned with company priorities and delivers on key metrics for cities in the region.
- Collaborate with the comms and marketing teams on educational and safety initiatives, advertising and marketing campaigns, and local media activities.
- Analyze and inform regional leadership and company HQ on local and state-level regulatory or legislative matters. Anticipate potential issues that may impact operations within New York and work with internal teams to quickly problem-solve.
- Work with cross-functional colleagues to create models and best practices for: stakeholder engagement, developing work plans and delivering on goals, and overall team operational efficiency
- Manage teams of consultants including establishing metrics for success and accountability.
About You:
- Fluency in English and ability to speak in public and to the media are required. Some knowledge of another language, specifically Spanish, would be ideal.
- At least five (5) years related experience leading or working in government affairs, public policy, campaigns, and/or community development in a government-related environment.
- A minimum of three (3) years working directly with municipal and/or state government, campaigns, or public policy in New York
- A multi-tasker comfortable working on multiple priorities at once while executing projects in a demanding environment.
- An analytical and strategic mindset with the ability to drive the company toward high-impact initiatives and efficient growth.
- Availability to travel as needed.
- Previous professional experience in transportation and mobility would be beneficial but not required.
U.S. Based Position - What We Offer:
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness: A choice of medical, dental, and vision plans. We also provide company-paid life and disability insurance and company-funded mental health benefits.
- Financial & Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with both pre-tax and Roth options, and access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) with a monthly company contribution.
- Family & Fertility Support: Paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, plus fertility and family-forming benefits.
- Paid Time Off: Unlimited vacation, paid leaves, and 10 company holidays.
- Unique Lime Perks: Complimentary use of Lime vehicles in participating cities, a monthly phone allowance, dedicated learning and development days, and access to perks including One Medical, Wellhub, and Headspace.
The base salary range listed reflects what Lime reasonably expects to offer for this role, with the final base salary determined by objective factors such as the candidate’s location and relevant skills and experience. Depending on the position, the total compensation package may also include discretionary annual performance bonus opportunities and equity, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.
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If you want to make an impact, Lime is the place for you. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? If this role excites you we encourage you to apply. Explore all opportunities on our career page.
Lime is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more. That’s why we’re dedicated to building and developing a team that reflects a wider range of backgrounds, abilities, identities, and experiences. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please email recruiting-operations@li.me for assistance.