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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in government affairs and public policy, with a strong focus on export controls, sanctions, and national security regulations. Proven ability to build relationships with government officials and influence policy outcomes in the semiconductor and technology sectors.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Government Affairs Strategy DevelopmentExport Controls ExpertiseGeopolitical AnalysisRegulatory Affairs ManagementRelationship Building with Policymakers
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Hard Skills
Public Policy AnalysisRegulatory Risk AssessmentTrade Policy DevelopmentAdvanced Computing RegulationsInternational Trade PolicySemiconductor Technology UnderstandingPolicy AdvocacyGeopolitical Risk MitigationLegislative RepresentationStrategic Recommendations
Soft Skills
Exceptional Communication SkillsStrong Relationship-BuildingSound JudgmentAbility to Navigate Complex EnvironmentsLeadership Through Ambiguity
Industry Keywords
Semiconductor SectorTechnology IndustryElectronicsDefenseAdvanced ManufacturingU.S. Department of CommerceEAR RegulationsGlobal Supply ChainsTrade AssociationsMultinational Organizations
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and execute a comprehensive global government affairs strategy aligned with corporate objectives and growth priorities
- Build and maintain relationships with government officials, policymakers, regulators, trade associations, think tanks, and industry coalitions worldwide
- Represent the company before legislative and executive branch officials on semiconductor ecosystem issues
- Advise executive leadership and business units on emerging policy, geopolitical, and regulatory developments
- Lead advocacy and policy engagement on export controls, sanctions, foreign investment review, technology transfer regulations, advanced computing controls, AI-related regulations, and national security measures
- Partner with legal, compliance, business, communications, business development, and regional leadership teams
- Analyze geopolitical developments affecting semiconductor markets, technology competition, and global supply chains
- Provide actionable intelligence and strategic recommendations to senior leadership
- Assess regulatory, political, and trade-related risks and opportunities to support business planning
- Coordinate external messaging and advocacy efforts across multiple jurisdictions
- Manage external consultants, lobbying firms, and industry association engagements
- Build and develop a high-performing global government affairs organization
- Advise executive and business unit leaders on geopolitical, regulatory, trade, and public policy developments
- Translate complex policy and regulatory developments into business implications and actionable recommendations
- Align government affairs strategies with corporate objectives, market expansion plans, investment decisions, and risk management priorities
- Build consensus among cross-functional executive teams and influence high-impact policy and regulatory decisions
- Support executive engagement with government officials, industry leaders, customers, and strategic partners
- Identify and mitigate geopolitical and regulatory risks
- Develop and execute coordinated global advocacy strategies
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree required
- Advanced degree in Public Policy, International Relations, Political Science, Law, Economics, Engineering, or related field preferred
- 15+ years of progressively responsible experience in government affairs, public policy, trade policy, or regulatory affairs
- Significant experience within the semiconductor, technology, electronics, defense, or advanced manufacturing sectors
- Demonstrated expertise in export controls, sanctions, international trade policy, and national security-related regulations
- Experience engaging with senior government officials and policymakers in multiple jurisdictions
- Proven ability to influence complex policy outcomes and manage high-stakes regulatory issues
- Experience with U.S. Department of Commerce export control frameworks, including EAR regulations preferred
- Familiarity with global semiconductor policy initiatives and industrial strategies preferred
- Experience working in multinational organizations with global responsibilities preferred
- Prior government service, congressional experience, trade association leadership, or regulatory agency experience preferred
- Understanding of semiconductor technology, manufacturing, supply chains, and advanced computing ecosystems preferred
- Strong geopolitical awareness
- Exceptional executive presence and communication skills
- Ability to navigate complex and sensitive policy environments
- Strong relationship-building and coalition-development capabilities
- Sound judgment in highly visible and politically sensitive situations
- Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity and rapid change
Benefits
Comp & perks- Performance incentive programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance and other voluntary benefits
- 401(k) with company matching
- Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
- Student debt assistance
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Development and career growth opportunities and programs
- Financial planning benefits
- Wellness benefits, including an employee assistance program (EAP)
- Paid time off
- Paid company holidays
- Family care and bonding leave
- Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities