Senior Manager, External Relations

Sony Corporation; Washington; Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Sony Corporation is seeking a Senior Manager for External Relations to join our Global External Relations team. This position will develop strategies to represent the company's interests in government-related matters while working in a hybrid schedule from Washington, DC.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong communication skills. Competitive salary ranges from $170,000 to $185,000 annually, with a bonus target of 17%.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in tech-related industry associations or government affairs.
• Experience on Capitol Hill and/or with the Department of Commerce strongly preferred.
• Strong interest in technology and semiconductors.

Responsibilities

• Engage in discussions to influence trade policy and regulatory outcomes.
• Advocate in legislative arenas to promote favorable laws.
• Monitor and analyze U.S. political developments for actionable insights.

Skills

Strategic insights

Government affairs

Communication

Project management

Negotiation

Japanese language proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science or Public Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

AI productivity tools

Job description

Position Summary

Sony Corporation of America (SCA) is seeking a Senior Manager, External Relations to join our Global External Relations & Geopolitical Strategy team. This role will develop, implement, and execute strategies to represent the company’s interests in government‑related affairs. The position is a hybrid schedule with three days per week in our Washington, DC office.

Job Responsibilities

• Engage in discussions across the semiconductor and electronics industries, providing strategic insights that influence trade policy and regulatory outcomes.
• Build and leverage a robust external network of experts, politicians, industry groups, and other third parties to enhance Sony’s presence and gather critical insights.
• Advocate in legislative and regulatory arenas to promote favorable laws and mitigate adverse ones, collaborating with internal stakeholders on company priorities.
• Monitor and analyze U.S. political, legal, and regulatory developments, converting information into actionable insights for internal stakeholders and management.
• Demonstrate honesty, trustworthiness, and ethical conduct in all activities.

Qualifications

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

Compensation

Annual base salary: $170,000 to $185,000.Bonus target: 17% of base salary.Other components and benefits may be included as appropriate.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

Disability Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. Contact [e-mail] for requests.