Director, Global Policy & Advocacy

Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor US work authorizations for this job position including H-1B, O-1, and TN. Ericsson also does not hire F-1's working on EAD for this position.

About this opportunity:

Ericsson is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Director, Government and Policy Advocacy based in the company's Washington, D.C. office. This role will serve as a key advisor on Ericsson's government relations team responsible for executive branch advocacy with the U.S. Government, with a focus on the intersection of U.S. technology policy and national security affairs, telecommunications, and trade. This position reports to the Head, Government and Policy Advocacy, Americas and works closely with the global government and policy advocacy team on both day-to-day tasks and for long-term goals and objectives. The Director must be a proactive, strategic problem solver with strong government relations experience, leverage a wide network within the U.S. advocacy community, and possess excellent judgment and interpersonal communications skills to interact effectively with senior executives and represent the company externally.

What you will do:

• Lead advocacy efforts on telecommunications and technology policy with internationally focused U.S. government agencies to include but not limited to the White House, U.S. Department of State, Department of Defense, Department of Commerce, Federal Communications Commission, and other departments and agencies.

• Represent Ericsson's at engagements with trade associations, think tanks, and other coalitions to support company's policy priorities.

• Identify and respond to policy, legislation, and regulation impacting the company and industry.

• Provide thought leadership and trusted advice to governments, authorities, and industry organizations.

• Protect and uplift the Ericsson brand reputation in the United States.

The skills you bring:

• Familiarity with the intersection of U.S. technology policy and national security affairs. Expertise in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) policies, regulations, legislation, and industry; cyber; or trade.

• Experience and agility in navigating and working with the U.S. Government (Executive or Legislative) on public policy issues.

• Pro-active, creative, problem-solver with highly effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to comfortably interact with senior executives at corporate and political levels.

• Proven experience in identifying and understanding key technology issues in legislative and regulatory proposals, the business implications, and the ability to synthesize policy and advocacy documents for internal and external customers.

• Ability to maintain the highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality, and integrity, including sensitivity to compliance risks related to interactions with government officials.

• Bachelor's degree is required Law Degree or other advanced degree is a plus.

• 10+ years of U.S. Government (Executive Branch or Congress), corporate, or trade association public policy experience.

• Fluent in English (verbal and written).