Manager, Federal Affairs

Overview

Every moment of every day, people all over the world turn to Panasonic to make their lives simpler, more enjoyable, more productive and more secure. Since our founding almost a century ago, we’ve been committed to improving peoples’ lives and making the world a better place–one customer, one business, one innovative leap at a time. Come join our journey!

Responsibilities

Federal Affairs Manager

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Meet the Recruiter: Amber Smallwood

What You'll Get To Do:

Federal Affairs Manager to support the office of Government and Public Affairs (GPA) and to develop advocacy efforts across a diverse portfolio of federal policy issues, with a focus on trade, technology, and manufacturing. The ideal candidate possesses direct experience working on Capitol Hill, bringing a deep, firsthand understanding of the legislative and regulatory processes, alongside an established network of bipartisan congressional contacts.

This position is best suited for a government affairs professional with deep trade expertise who also possesses the versatility and policy acumen to support a wide range of legislative and regulatory issues. This role is ideal for a self-staring professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, is comfortable taking ownership of their policy portfolio from day one and is flexible to monitor and provide ad-hoc support on intersecting issues, including environmental policy, supply chain, and corporate taxation, as required.

Lobbying and Advocacy:

• Support the development and execution of policy positions and advocacy strategies to advance Panasonic’s broad strategic and business interests and priorities before the US Congress, the administration, and federal regulatory agencies.

Policy Analysis:

• Monitor, analyze, and report on legislative and regulatory proposals impacting trade, technology, manufacturing, and relevant sectors. As appropriate, draft compelling policy positions, one-pagers, and public comments (external) as well as talking points, briefing materials, and presentations (internal).
• Provide ad-hoc support on intersecting issues, as required.

Relationship Management:

• Maintain and expand a robust network of relationships with members of Congress, committee staff, administration officials, and other key stakeholders.

Cross-functional Engagement:

• Work with government affairs staff and key internal stakeholders at Panasonic and its businesses on internal working groups as well as coordination on external advocacy and related activities with government officials, industry associations, embassies, think tanks, and non-governmental organizations, as appropriate.

Scope:

• The Federal Affairs Manager reports directly to the Group Manager of Government Affairs. While this role has no direct reports, the Manager works highly cross-functionally, collaborating closely with legal, communication, and executive leadership to align policy goals.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring:

Education & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, International Relations, Communications, or a related field (post-graduate degree a plus).
• Capitol Hill Experience: 5-7 years of professional experience on Capitol Hill (e.g., Legislative Assistant, Committee Staff) or in a federal government affairs role.

Problem Solving:

• Proactive Initiative: Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and drive projects to completion in a dynamic environment.

Expertise:

• Proven track record managing complex policy portfolios, with significant experience in trade policy, tariffs, and related legislative and regulatory matters.
• Given the current, complex trade environment, trade expertise is a critical qualification and will be a primary focus area for this role.
• At the same time, the successful candidate must be comfortable managing a broader portfolio of federal policy issues, which may include emerging technology, domestic manufacturing, economic policy, and other business priorities as they evolve. Prior experience with trade policy, trade agreements, and tariff-related matters is strongly preferred.

Process Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of the federal legislative process, committee jurisdiction, administrative rulemaking process, and political acumen.

Communications:

• Possess confident written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex policy language into clear, actionable business insights.
• This role requires strong interpersonal skills – particularly writing and public speaking – as the team regularly presents business and policy implications to internal and external stakeholders.

Other Requirements:

• Flexible – Open to managing a broad issues portfolio;
• Collaborative – Operate as a team on shared issues;
• Nimble – Work within a complex, global company and manage other duties as assigned.
• Role is based in Washington, D.C., this role operates under a flexible hybrid model, with the office serving as the primary collaborative workplace. Employees enjoy the flexibility to work remotely on occasional days to balance personal and professional commitments.
• Ability to travel and represent the company in public forums

Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:

Panasonic prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

• Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
• Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
• Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
• Annual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.

We Take Opportunity Seriously:

At Panasonic, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

The wage range of $136,600 - $155,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives.

​We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, send us your application!​

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic.