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
Panasonic Manager, Trade and Tax Policy
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What You'll Get To Do:
Manager for Trade, Investment and Tax Policy will support the Government and Public Affairs office, on monitoring, developing strategy and lobbying focused primarily on domestic and international trade, tax and investment policy at the federal level.
Identify, track, and report on domestic and international policy issues impacting Panasonic and its US business units, including trade, tariffs, tax policy, restrictions on foreign investment, US-Japan relations, and Buy America, among others.
Support the development of policy positions and advocacy strategies to advance Panasonic’s broad strategic and business interests before the US Congress and the US Administration on tax, trade and international policy issues impacting Panasonic and its US business units.
Work with key trade associations to advance Panasonic’s priorities. These include Autos Drive America, Auto Innovators, NAM, Consumer Technology Association, Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, Global Business Alliance, and others.
Work with government affairs staff and key internal stakeholders at Panasonic to build Panasonic’s network in the US Congress, and the U.S. administration (e.g. US Trade Representative, Departments of Commerce, Treasury, and State, and others).
Engage embassies, think tanks, and non-governmental organizations on international trade, investment, and tax issues.
Qualifications
What You'll Bring:
Basic Qualifications
No direct reports, but work closely with other GPA staff and business unit representatives
Up to 25% Travel
Education & Experience :
Bachelor’s Degree required
5-7 years of experience in Capitol Hill, Executive Branch, or related corporate or trade association federal affairs experience
Experience in policy and political issues with a focus on tax and trade
Familiarity with House and Senate legislative processes, federal rulemaking, and political context
Competencies :
Flexible - Ability to be flexible and take on assignments not directly related to portfolio
Collaborative – Ability to work as a team on shared issues
Nimble – Ability to work within a complex, global company
Communications :
Strong communication and interpersonal skills – particularly writing and public speaking
Persuasive – Ability to build strong relationships, analyze complex issues, and be persuasive
Other Requirements :
Residing in Washington, DC metropolitan area
Hybrid working environment with in-office requirements
Ability to travel and represent company in public forums
Ability to manage other duties as assigned
Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:
Panasonic prioritizes total wellbeing. We offer a wide variety of benefits and programs to support your physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health.
Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive benefits
Pet Insurance
Paid Parental Care Leave
Employee Referral Program
Educational Assistance
Flexible Work Program
Volunteer time Off
Casual Dress Code
Total Well Being Program
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 $148,000 - $160,000 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. *The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.
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!
Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any 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.
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