Senior Manager, External Relations

Sony Corporation of America (SCA) is seeking an experienced Senior Manager to join our dynamic Global External Relations & Geopolitical Strategy team.  SCA’s External Relations Department works closely with the external relations teams of our global affiliates and parent company. In this role, you will participate in develop and implement strategies to represent the global company’s interests in government matters.  

This position will be on a Hybrid schedule with 3 days per week in the DC office.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Proactively monitor and analyze global political, legal, and regulatory developments from key regions (e.g., US, EU, Japan) to identify trends affecting the company, transforming information into actionable intelligence for internal stakeholders and management. 

• Cultivate and leverage a robust external network of experts, politicians, industry groups, and other relevant third parties to enhance the company's presence and gather critical insights, aligning with management's strategic direction and business priorities. 

• Participate in industry association discussions and provide feedback to influence policy and regulatory outcomes, ensuring the company's interests are represented and advanced. 

• Actively engage in legislative and regulatory advocacy to promote favorable laws and regulations for the company's business while mitigating unfavorable ones, collaborating with internal stakeholders to align on company priorities.  

• Manage executive’s meetings and presentations, which includes, but not limited to, meeting organization, document preparation and occasional coverage and taking notes. 

• Honesty, trustworthiness and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above 

QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION 

Your qualifications and experience should include:  

• Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Law, or related field preferred. 

• Minimum 7 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or a related field, with a demonstrated understanding of legislative and regulatory processes. 

• Experience with project management.  

• Some experience working on Capitol Hill. 

• Japanese speaker is preferred. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and skilled in technical troubleshooting. 

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. 

• Strong attention to detail with outstanding organizational skills. 

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment. 

• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, adapt to feedback, and manage multiple tasks effectively, sometimes under time pressure. 

• Must be authorized to work in the USA 

In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for you to thrive as part of Sony’s purpose to “fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology.”  

Benefits:     

SCA offers benefits-eligible employees (generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family’s physical, emotional, and financial well-being.    

 What we offer you:  

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)   

• Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits  

• Fertility benefits, including, surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs    

• Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children   

• Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance   

• Short-term & long-term disability plans    

• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental and caregiver leave    

• 401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with v immediate vesting  

• Education assistance and student loan programs     

Other Programs:   

• Flexible Work Arrangements, including hybrid work schedules 

• Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs)  

• Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)    

• Matching gift program    

• A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)    

• Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees  

• Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)