Manager, Government Relations, NA State and Local

Lenovo; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 132,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Lenovo is seeking a Senior Public Policy professional to lead state-level policy engagement for public/technology policy priorities in the United States, including Morrisville, NC. You will collaborate with government affairs, legal, and business units to shape Lenovo's stance on regulatory issues.

The role requires extensive experience in policy development, strong stakeholder networks, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments across multiple states.

Qualifications

• 8+ years ofExperience in developing and managing strategic relationships to advocate and influence public/technology policy priorities at the state level.
• 5+ years of experience working in the technology policy space.
• Deep understanding of the North America technology market and state-level policy dynamics.
• Strong network with policymakers, academia, and industry.

Responsibilities

• Work with the director and team to advance state public policy topics for Lenovo in key US states and communities.
• Develop relationships with external state and local stakeholders.
• Identify, monitor, and analyze state-level issues and craft policy strategies and outreach plans.
• Align with site leaders to create local engagement plans and participate in community activities.
• Advise business units with policy/regulatory matters impacting products and services.

Skills

Public policy

Technology policy

Stakeholder relations

Advocacy

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Government relations

Policy communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

General Information

Req # WD00104242

Career area: Legal

Country/Region: United States of America

State: North Carolina

City: Morrisville

Date: Monday, August 24, 2026

Working time: Full-time

Additional Locations

• United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville

Why Work at Lenovo

We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.

Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world's largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo's continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).

This transformation together with Lenovo's world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.

Description and Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Work together with the director, Government Relations NA, and the extended team to advance public policy topics for Lenovo in key states and communities across the US


• Develop and advance relationships with key external state and local stakeholders


• Independently identify, monitor, and analyze key issues and legislation at the state level and develop state policy strategies and outreach plans where appropriate


• Maintain regular communication with business units to support internal stakeholder awareness and review of relevant state actions


• Together with the legal department, advise business units on policy and regulatory matters that may impact the development or deployment of products and services


• Regularly and actively engage with the state government affairs committees of Lenovo's existing trade and industry associations, bringing that knowledge back to internal stakeholders to shape overall positioning and recommend action, where appropriate


• Actively participate in state and local opportunities to represent Lenovo and its interests, including with industry trade organizations/committees, elected officials, NGOs, and others


• Closely align with Lenovo site leaders to create and execute local engagement plans, including representation and participation in the local community


• Identify appropriate lobbying support and/or consultants for key topics at the state level, aligned with Lenovo's federal and global business priorities


• Support tax team and business units to secure and celebrate state and local incentives, including funding available for investment and workforce development


• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop stakeholder dialogue opportunities focused on advancing Lenovo business objectives and reputation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, political science, public affairs, law, business, economics, marketing, journalism, business/commerce, history, geography, or similar field


• 8+ years of experience in developing and managing strategic relationships to advocate and influence public/technology policy priorities at the state level


• 5+ years of experience working in the technology policy space


• A vast understanding of the North America technology market, ideally in the areas of laptop/IT hardware/mobile phones/cloud computing


• Keen understanding of the North American political system, environment, and institutions as well as cultural landscape, particularly at the state level in the US


• Solid network with the policy makers, the academia, and a working knowledge of the technology industry


• Experience with other government/policy schemes in the US States


• Interest in emerging technologies and policy work


• Outstanding judgment, persuasive and advocacy skills, creativity, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment


• Strong collaboration skills, drive for results, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence


• Experience in Government or the diplomatic sector


• Deep experience collaborating with engineering groups and/or government officials


• Expertise in developing written materials and/or delivering content about policy issues


• Ability to incorporate different perspectives and collaborate


• Deep sense of commitment and drive to address complex challenges, individually and as part of a team


• Aptitude for learning, understanding, discussing, and representing industry and corporate policy positions for technologies and practices that are constantly changing


• Understanding of Geopolitics at the state level a plus

Travel

• 25-40% expected travel

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree


• 5+ years of experience in public policy and/or technology policy

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The anticipated annual compensation range for this position is 132,200-202,745 USD. Final compensation will be based on relevant experience, skills, and business considerations. Individuals may also be considered for bonuses and/or commissions. Lenovo's various benefits can be found at www.lenovobenefits.com

Additional Locations

• United States of America


• United States of America - North Carolina


• United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.

In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (EPEWA), the expected application deadline for this position is 11-30-2026.