The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) is the voice of the U.S. semiconductor industry, one of America’s top export industries and a key driver of America’s economic strength, national security, and global competitiveness. SIA seeks to strengthen U.S. leadership of semiconductor manufacturing, design, and research by working with Congress, the Administration and other key industry stakeholders to encourage policies and regulations that fuel innovation, propel business, and drive international competition.

SIA is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

SIA seeks to hire a Senior Manager or Director for Global Policy responsible for analyzing trade policy, supply chain policy, and policies related to emerging markets and their impact on the semiconductor industry in the U.S. The ideal candidate will have an education and prior work experience relevant to these issues. The position reports directly to the SIA Vice President of Global Policy and will work directly with other SIA team members. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advance SIA’s trade and supply chain policy agenda, working with SIA member companies to develop and implement strategies to advocate for the semiconductor industry’s priorities relating to trade policy and negotiations, market access, standards, intellectual property, and supply chain policy in the U.S. and global markets;
  • Lead and/or present at regular SIA Committee meetings with SIA member companies;
  • Monitor, analyze, and communicate relevant policy, regulatory, and legislative developments and their projected impact to SIA member companies on a regular basis;
  • Write briefing memos for SIA leadership and written policy updates for SIA member companies;
  • Coordinate with and build effective relationships with SIA Member companies, U.S. government officials (Executive Branch and Congress), foreign government officials, and global industry counterparts;
  • Manage/coordinate special projects and research and analytics work, including white papers, policy-position papers, and external studies related to the policy portfolio. 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree (B.A.), Masters degree preferred but not required;
  • 5-10 years of professional experience at the intersection of technology, trade, and supply chain policy.
  • Demonstrated record of achieving favorable policy, legislative, or regulatory outcomes.
  • Ability to work independently and to collaborate on teams in international and cross-cultural environments;
  • Strong network of trade and economic policy contacts;
  • Strong written, presentation, and verbal communication skills, including experience and proficiency with Microsoft Powerpoint; and
  • Interest in the technology industry, especially semiconductors. Industry knowledge preferred.

Travel:

  • This position is located in Washington D.C.
  • Frequent international and domestic travel required.

Salary:

Pursuant to the D.C. “Wage Transparency Omnibus Amendment Act of 2023,” the salary range for this position is $110,000 to $185,000. The final salary and title offered will be based on qualifications and experience.

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