Lenovo · 15 hours ago
Manager, Government Relations, NA State and Local
Morrisville, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $165K/yr
8+ years expLenovo is a global technology powerhouse seeking an experienced professional to manage its state and local governmental affairs strategy in the U.S. The role involves developing relationships with stakeholders, analyzing legislation, and advising on policy matters impacting Lenovo's business objectives.
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Responsibilities
Work together with the director, Government Relations NA, and the extended team to advance public policy topics for Lenovo in key states and communities across the U.S
Develop and advance relationships with key external state and local stakeholders
Independently identify, monitor, and analyze key issues and legislation at the state level, and develop state policy strategies and outreach plans where appropriate
Maintain regular communication with business units to support internal stakeholder awareness and review of relevant state actions
Together with the legal department, advise business units on policy and regulatory matters that may impact the development or deployment of products and services
Regularly and actively engage with the state government affairs committees of Lenovo’s existing trade and industry associations, bringing that knowledge back to internal stakeholders to shape overall positioning and recommend action, where appropriate
Actively participate in state and local opportunities to represent Lenovo and its interests, including with industry trade organizations/committees, elected officials, NGOs and others
Closely align with Lenovo site leaders to create and execute local engagement plans, including representation and participation in the local community
Identify appropriate lobbying support and/or consultants for key topics at the state level, aligned with Lenovo’s federal and global business priorities
Support tax team and business units to secure and celebrate state and local incentives, including funding available for investment and workforce development
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop stakeholder dialogue opportunities focused on advancing Lenovo business objectives and reputation
Qualification
Required
8+ years experience in developing and managing strategic relationships to advocate and influence public/technology policy priorities at the state level
5+ years of experience working on technology policy space
Suitable qualifications include Bachelor's degrees in: Public relations, communication, political sciences, public affairs, law, business, economics. marketing, journalism, business/commerce, history, geography, or similar
A vast understanding of the North America technology market ideally in the areas of the laptop / IT hardware /mobile phones / cloud computing
Keen understanding of the North American political system, environment and institutions, as well as cultural landscape particularly at the state in the US
Solid network with the policy makers, the academia, and a working knowledge of the technology industry
Experience with other government/policy schemes in the 50 US States
Interest in emerging technologies and policy work
Outstanding judgment, persuasive and advocacy skills, creativity, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment
Strong collaboration skills, drive for results, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence
Experience in Government or diplomatic sector
Preferred
Deep experience collaborating with engineering groups and/or government officials
Expertise in developing written materials and/or delivering content about policy issues
Ability to incorporate different perspectives and collaborate
Deep sense of commitment and drive to address complex challenges, individually and as part of a team
Aptitude for learning, understanding, discussing, and representing industry and corporate policy positions for technologies and practices that are constantly changing
Understanding of Geopolitics at the state level is a plus
Company
Lenovo
Lenovo Group is a computer technology company that manufactures personal computers, smartphones, televisions, and wearable devices.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.35BKey Investors
Alat
2025-01-08Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-04-01Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2017-10-03Post Ipo Equity· $500M
Leadership Team
Yang Yuanqing
Chairman & CEO
Greg Huff
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