VP, Government Affairs
PeregrineSan Francisco, CA$300k – $385kPosted 4 March 2026
Job Description
<div class="content-intro"><p class="xmsonormal">Backed by leading Silicon Valley investors, Peregrine helps the world’s most complex organizations solve their hardest problems with unprecedented speed and accuracy. Our AI-enabled platform turns siloed and disconnected data into operational intelligence—instantly surfacing mission-critical information to empower better, faster decisions that improve outcomes at every touchpoint. Today, Peregrine supports hundreds of customers across 23 states and two countries, serving more than 90 million people—and we’re amplifying our impact as we expand into more industries.</p>
<p class="xmsonormal">We’re a team of entrepreneurs—undaunted by the hard problems and united by a passion to make a difference where it matters most. We collaborate relentlessly, move with urgency, and act with purpose. If you’re driven by mission and energized by the opportunity to build something new, join us in defining Peregrine’s future.</p></div><h3>The Role</h3>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Peregrine is seeking a Vice President of Government Affairs to build and lead the company’s federal, state, and local government engagement strategy as we transition from early-stage execution to scaled programs, increased government visibility, and deeper engagement with federal, state, and international stakeholders. In this role, you will report to the Company’s Chief Legal Officer and be a trusted advisor to the CEO and the Executive Team. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">You will be responsible for building a disciplined policy and engagement strategy for both our US federal business and our long-standing and growing State and Local Government business, managing relationships across the executive and legislative branches, supporting government-funded programs and contracts, and ensuring consistent alignment between public policy objectives and business priorities as the company grows in size and complexity. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This leader will skillfully balance organizational leadership and strategic judgment with hands-on execution. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of US public safety and/or law enforcement policy and players; established relationships across key federal agencies and Capitol Hill; and the ability to translate complex business and technical issues into effective advocacy positions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This is not a traditional policy or compliance-only role. It’s a senior, operator-minded position for someone who can build and lead a Government Affairs department that functions as a</span><span data-contrast="auto"> growth-aligned force multiplier across the federal landscape as well as in priority states—while managing political, regulatory, and reputational risk.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">You will own Peregrine’s external federal, state and local political infrastructure (lobbyists, associations, advisors), establish clear compliance guardrails, and partner closely with federal and state strategy and growth leaders to ensure government affairs can accelerate execution.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Build a disciplined, outcome-driven Government Affairs function that supports Peregrine’s priority US Federal and State strategies, unlocks funding and market access, and protects the company as it scales across complex political and regulatory environments.</span><span d ... (truncated, view full listing at source)
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