Senior Manager, External Relations

Sony•Washington DC, DC

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

Sony Corporation of America (SCA) is seeking a Senior Manager, External Relations with a proven track record to join its dynamic Global External Relations & Geopolitical Strategy team. SCA’s External Relations Department works closely with the external relations teams of its global affiliates and parent company. In this role, the individual will participate in developing, implementing, and executing strategies to represent the company’s interests in government-related affairs. This position will be on a hybrid schedule with 3 days per week in the Washington, DC office.

Requirements

Minimum 7 years of experience in tech-related industry associations, government affairs, public policy, trade affairs, or a related field, with a demonstrated understanding of legislative and regulatory processes.
Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Political Science, Public Administration, or related field preferred.
Experience working on Capitol Hill and/or Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security strongly preferred.
Strong interest in technology, particularly in semiconductors and related policy and regulatory developments.
Global mindset with the ability to assess issues from a cross-border perspective and align U.S. developments with global business and policy priorities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other workplace productivity tools, including AI.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Strong attention to detail with outstanding organizational skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, adapt to feedback, and manage multiple tasks effectively, sometimes under time pressure.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience with project management preferred.
Japanese speaker is preferred.

Responsibilities

Engage in key discussions across the Semiconductor and Electronics industries, including trade policy, delivering strategic insights that influence regulatory outcomes and advance the company’s interests.
Cultivate and leverage a robust external network of experts, politicians, industry groups, and other relevant third parties to enhance the company's presence and gather critical insights, aligning with Sony's strategic direction and business priorities.
Actively engage in legislative and regulatory advocacy to promote favorable laws and regulations for Sony's businesses while mitigating unfavorable ones, collaborating with internal stakeholders to align on company priorities.
Monitor and analyze U.S. political, legal, and regulatory developments to identify trends affecting Sony, transforming information into actionable insights for internal stakeholders and management.
Honesty, trustworthiness, and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above.