Government Partnership - Iberia

Bird is on a mission to bring environmentally friendly transportation to everyone. Our products, services, and people share one common goal: to make cities more livable by reducing gas-powered car usage, lowering carbon emissions, and improving the safety of all road users.

We are relentless in our pursuit of better—for our riders, for our partners, for our employees, and for future generations. Our award-winning electric vehicles help millions of riders take carbon-free trips in more than 400 cities globally. And our teams push boundaries and challenge the status quo in pursuit of a brighter future.

Who is Bird

Bird’s cleaner, affordable, and on-demand mobility solutions are available in more than 400 cities globally. We take a collaborative, community-first approach to micromobility. Bird partners closely with the cities in which it operates to provide a reliable and affordable transportation option for people who live and work there.

Responsibilities

• Represent Bird at the local level, promote Bird’s brand and reputation
• Build, and/or strengthen relationships with the city officials of key Spanish and Portuguese cities, as well as other key national or local stakeholders
• Shape new local and national e-scooter regulations in Spain and Portugal alongside public officials and other local stakeholders
• Develop Bird’s strategy to win or renew operating permits when their attribution is competitive (RfPs) or part of a trial/MoU with a city
• Collaborate cross functionally to ensure that Bird fulfills all obligations required by the cities, and ensure that the company remains responsive to local concerns as they emerge
• Secure local partnerships to enhance city relationships, advocate for shared mobility programs, and win applications
• Build a close relationship with Bird’s local General Manager and local Operations team to identify, evaluate and prioritize opportunities to improve the regulatory framework relevant to our operations

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience, preferably in (local) politics, administration, or in a government relations position in the private sector
• Relationship-builder, with experience in partnership and stakeholder management in local or national politics
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills including the ability to present to different audiences
• Solid previous experience in managing projects from start to finish
• Self-starter / quick learner with the ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment
• Enthusiasm for tech, mobility, or urban planning industries would be of added value
• BA required. JD, MBA, MPA or equivalent preferred
• Native Spanish speaker
• English speaker
• Portuguese speaker
• Available for travel

Culture at Bird

We're an ambitious, smart and open-minded team that is passionate about our mission. Each day is unlike the last, as we’re constantly moving forward, challenging each other, and working together to create the future of micro-mobility.

Perks up

We want people to succeed at Bird, so we give our teams plenty of time off to relax and recharge, plus a wellness resource to help you wind down. We also offer a work-from-home stipend, an employer-paid healthcare package, and Bird ride credits to get you where you need to be.

Bird is the world

Bird stands for a culture of inclusion. We celebrate different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives —encouraging everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We have a diverse environment that empowers our team to feel comfortable when they voice their opinions. For these reasons and more Bird is a proud equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics, and we are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.

Sound like a place you’d like to work? Sweet. Let’s chat.