Senior Media Relations Manager

ASML US, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and basiclife

401k plan

Eight hours vacation leave per month

Thirteen paid holidays per year

Job summary

ASML, a leader in semiconductor lithography technology, seeks a Media Relations role focused on government affairs and geopolitics in Washington, D.C. This hybrid position reports to the Head of U.S. Media Relations and collaborates with global teams to shape policy-driven communications.

The candidate will develop proactive media strategies, manage relationships with U.S. and international journalists, and translate complex tech and policy topics into accessible messages that support ASML's

Qualifications

• Degree in Communications, Journalism, International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy or equivalent.
• Experience in issues communications across government affairs/public policy and geopolitically sensitive topics.
• Affinity for/experience in technology/the semiconductor industry.
• Strong stakeholder management at executive level in an international environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a proactive strategic media plan related to government affairs, public policy, trade and geopolitics.
• Ensure media plans have clear objectives tied to business goals and geopolitical strategies.
• Stay updated on business, technology, and policy developments and translate into media opportunities.
• Collaborate with other communications teams, government affairs, and legal/compliance to advise on media initiatives.
• Draft and review statements, press materials and Q&A on policy topics; arrange briefings and engage with journalists.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Translate complex content

Trust and collaboration

Situational adaptability

Oral and written communication

Cross-regional collaboration

Interpersonal influence

Education

Degree in Communications, Journalism, International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy

Job description

Introduction to the job

ASML is one of the world's leading manufacturers of chip-making equipment and the technology leader in the semiconductor lithography field. By helping to make chips cheaper and more powerful, we help to make semiconductor technology more attractive for a larger range of products and services. ASML is recognized as one of the key companies in the world that drives the digital transformation. ASML is a global company with around 4,400,000 employees worldwide and one of the most valuable European companies measured in market capitalization.

Media relations

ASML is increasingly visible to the outside world and is recognized as a European high-tech supplier to the global chip industry. The media relations team supports and strengthens ASML's business goals and reputation as an innovation powerhouse, trusted employer and community stakeholder. ASML operates at the intersection of technology, national security, industrial policy and international trade-making clear, consistent communications a critical contributor to trust and understanding.

Job mission

Your mission is to maintain and expand relationships with the media and to bring our messages via the media to our key external audiences. The focus of this role is on media engagement surrounding government affairs and geopolitics. Together with others on the media relations team, you develop a strategy to position ASML as a European high-tech supplier to the world, employer of choice and a good corporate citizen - while helping stakeholders understand ASML's role in policy, trade and international dynamics that shape our industry. You also increase knowledge about government affairs and geopolitical topics among communications colleagues worldwide.

Role and responsibilities

• You develop and execute a proactive strategic media plan that supports ASML's core messages and business goals related to government affairs, public policy, trade and geopolitics.
• You ensure that your media plans and activities have clear objectives that are tied to business goals, geopolitical strategies, and key target audiences, allowing you to analyze, measure, evaluate and show if and where we made a difference.
• You keep up to date with developments in our business, technology and policy environment and translate these into media opportunities for your audiences.
• You will work with other communications teams, the government affairs function, and legal/compliance teams to identify and advise on media initiatives that support our reputation and enable informed public debate.
• You draft and review statements, press materials and Q&A on policy and issues topics (e.g., export controls, trade measures, industrial policy and supply chain resilience), arrange media briefings/interviews, and engage with journalists from U.S. and international media.

Context of the position

This new position will be part of ASML's U.S. Communications team with a strong dotted line to the media relations team located in the Netherlands. You report directly to the Head of U.S. Media Relations and you will replace her during absence. You work closely with our international media spokespersons and internal stakeholders across ASML (on all levels, including Board of Management) to support strategic decision making - particularly on issues where technology, policy and geopolitics intersect. You will also work daily with the U.S. Government Affairs team. The position is based in Washington, D.C. and is a hybrid role, working in the ASML D.C. office at least three days per week.

Education and experience

• Degree in Communications, Journalism, International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Experience in issues communications across government affairs/public policy and geopolitically sensitive topics, preferably in a global listed company, public affairs environment, or journalism
• A high affinity for / experience in technology / the semiconductor industry
• Strong stakeholder management experien ce, working on executive level in an international environment and proven ability to influence and network

Skills

• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Ability to translate complex (technical and policy/geopolitical) content into meaningful and engaging language
• An individual who thrives in a highly complex and collaborative environment where trust is key
• Ability to drive action in uncertain or evolving situations; processes new information quickly and adjust strategies accordingly; displays situational adaptability under time pressure
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience working with colleagues across multiple regions/locations; cultural sensitivity
• Interpersonal influence: builds trust and rapport with communications colleagues, senior business leaders and other partners; pursues goals in constructive and assertive way; explores potential solutions during disagreements and searches for the win-win

Other information

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

The current base annual salary range for this role is currently:

$110,250-165,375

Pay scales are determined by role, level, location and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors that that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and pay relative to other team members.

The Company offers employees and their families:

• medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• 401k plan
• eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month
• (13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year

All new ASML jobs have a minimum application deadline of 10 days.

This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. * 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

Inclusion and diversity

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.

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ASML provides reasonable accommodations to applicants for ASML employment and ASML employees with disabilities. An accommodation is a change in work rules, facilities, or conditions which enable an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform the essential functions of a job, and/or enjoy equal access to the benefits and privileges of employment.