Senior Manager, Government Relations

Korn Ferry; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry seeks a Manager, Government Relations to help shape policy at the intersection of AI, data centers, and semiconductor supply chains. You will develop and execute legislative and regulatory strategies in collaboration with senior leadership to support business growth and long-term policy objectives.

The role requires building strong relationships with policymakers, trade associations, and industry coalitions, translating policy developments into actionable business recommendations and

Qualifications

• 5+ years in government affairs or equivalent.
• Experience engaging with policymakers.
• Ability to translate policy developments into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor federal and state policy developments impacting AI and tech.
• Support advocacy with Congress, White House, and agencies.
• Prepare policy briefings and executive communications.
• Build relationships with policymakers and industry coalitions.
• Align policy priorities with corporate strategy across teams.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Policy analysis

Regulatory affairs

Job description

Korn Ferry is conducting a search for a Manager, Government Relations on behalf of a global industry leader with significant investments across advanced technologies, semiconductors, energy, and innovation-driven sectors. This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape policy at the intersection of artificial intelligence, data centers, semiconductor supply chains, and emerging technologies. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership to develop and execute legislative and regulatory strategies that support business growth and long-term policy objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze federal and state legislative, regulatory, and political developments impacting AI, technology, and advanced manufacturing.
• Support advocacy efforts with Congress, the White House, and regulatory agencies.
• Develop policy briefings, strategic recommendations, and executive communications.
• Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, trade associations, industry coalitions, and key stakeholders.
• Partner cross-functionally with business leaders to align public policy priorities with corporate strategy and technology initiatives.

Ideal Background:

• 5+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, Capitol Hill, trade associations, consulting, or corporate government relations.
• Strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory process and experience engaging with policymakers.
• Knowledge of artificial intelligence, data centers, semiconductors, technology policy, or related sectors.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate complex policy developments into clear business implications and actionable recommendations.