Senior Manager, External Relations

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.

• 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.

• 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.

Annual base salary: $170,000 to $185,000.Bonus target: 17% of base salary.

Other components and benefits may be included as appropriate.

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

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