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SalaryLife at Nissan encompasses everything that inspires both the quality of our vehicles and the quality of our people. Company-wide, you'll find fast learners and self-starting engines as well as people who are quick to embrace change and take an idea into overdrive. At Nissan, minds race. Imagination gets a green light. Each opportunity is the fuel that drives an idea from inspiration to real-life.
Job Summary
The Senior Manager - Government Affairs will be responsible for working collaboratively with the Government Affairs team and internal staff to guide, support and implement Nissan's corporate priorities on current business and emerging issues. The Government AffairsSenior Manager is expected to have a working knowledge of federal/state legislative processes and will help educate and inform key internal stakeholders of legislative issues affecting our business. This position will also help represent Nissan on the federal levels of government for legislative matters at all instances required. S/he will is responsible to build and maintain key relationships with elected officials and work cross -functionally to understand key stakeholders work internally in their priorities and compliance related to issues affecting the company.
*This position will be located in Washington DC*
Job Functions
The following job function statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The job function statements reflect expectations of the fully trained, proficient incumbent who meets all performance criteria.
Job Functions
Assist with development and execution of political and legislative communications strategy Represent company on matters of importance to the company in Congress and industry associations Leverage and maintain strong relationships with elected officials and government agencies Analyze current and proposed legislation to determine their impact on the business Build and cultivate positive relationships with elected and appointed federal officials and industry associations Help direct outside government relations consultants in development and deployment of strategies to influence policy outcomes Support activities by engaging with relevant trade associations include Autos Drive America, Auto Innovators, National Association of Manufacturers, US Chamber and others to help influence policy and positions; Additionally, monitor, track, report on federal grants, government/industry coalitions, meetings, etc. internally Collaborate with other members of Government Affairs team to assure full coverage and knowledge of cross functional issues Engage regularly with internal responsible departments to maintain an understanding of Nissan's future corporate strategy and developing business Identify policy trends and provide legislative activity/updates to diverse internal Nissan stakeholders Assist with detection of risks and opportunities based on the potential intersection of current policy trends and existing/future corporate plans
Minimum Qualifications
The following qualification statements reflect the minimum skills and abilities required of the qualified applicant.
1. Experience:
2. Education:
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described below are representative of those an employee must normally meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen for roles based in the United States and background screening for all positions.
All of us at Nissan - regardless of functional area or expertise - share a passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance vehicles. It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility. Visa sponsorship for this position is not available at this time.
NISSAN FOR EVERYONE
People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.
Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees - with shared characteristics or interests - build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.
Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.
Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.
Sterling Virginia United States of America
Job Summary
The Senior Manager - Government Affairs will be responsible for working collaboratively with the Government Affairs team and internal staff to guide, support and implement Nissan's corporate priorities on current business and emerging issues. The Government AffairsSenior Manager is expected to have a working knowledge of federal/state legislative processes and will help educate and inform key internal stakeholders of legislative issues affecting our business. This position will also help represent Nissan on the federal levels of government for legislative matters at all instances required. S/he will is responsible to build and maintain key relationships with elected officials and work cross -functionally to understand key stakeholders work internally in their priorities and compliance related to issues affecting the company.
*This position will be located in Washington DC*
Job Functions
The following job function statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The job function statements reflect expectations of the fully trained, proficient incumbent who meets all performance criteria.
Job Functions
Assist with development and execution of political and legislative communications strategy Represent company on matters of importance to the company in Congress and industry associations Leverage and maintain strong relationships with elected officials and government agencies Analyze current and proposed legislation to determine their impact on the business Build and cultivate positive relationships with elected and appointed federal officials and industry associations Help direct outside government relations consultants in development and deployment of strategies to influence policy outcomes Support activities by engaging with relevant trade associations include Autos Drive America, Auto Innovators, National Association of Manufacturers, US Chamber and others to help influence policy and positions; Additionally, monitor, track, report on federal grants, government/industry coalitions, meetings, etc. internally Collaborate with other members of Government Affairs team to assure full coverage and knowledge of cross functional issues Engage regularly with internal responsible departments to maintain an understanding of Nissan's future corporate strategy and developing business Identify policy trends and provide legislative activity/updates to diverse internal Nissan stakeholders Assist with detection of risks and opportunities based on the potential intersection of current policy trends and existing/future corporate plans
Minimum Qualifications
The following qualification statements reflect the minimum skills and abilities required of the qualified applicant.
1. Experience:
- A minimum of 8-10 years of proven enterprise experience in Government Affairs.
- Ideal candidate would background 10+ years' experience in a legislative staff or lobbying staff on the federal level; familiarity with trade associations and ability to support legislative (relationship) matters.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate to external and internal stakeholders at leadership roles.
2. Education:
- Bachelor's degree is preferred
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described below are representative of those an employee must normally meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
- Position will be located in Washington DC location (remote)
- Low to Moderate travel to regional HQ or other locations
- Position allows for significant opportunity to work remotely.
- Candidate should be comfortable working with minimum oversight on a large portion of issues and engaging directly with company executives and elected officials.
- Opportunity to be part of a well-established, respected and energetic team with extensive legislative experience.
Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen for roles based in the United States and background screening for all positions.
All of us at Nissan - regardless of functional area or expertise - share a passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance vehicles. It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility. Visa sponsorship for this position is not available at this time.
NISSAN FOR EVERYONE
People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.
Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees - with shared characteristics or interests - build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.
Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.
Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.
Sterling Virginia United States of America
