Manager, Government Relations, NA State and Local
General Information
Req #
WD00087352
Career area:
Legal
Country/Region:
United States of America
State:
North Carolina
City:
Morrisville
Date:
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Working time:
Full-time
Additional Locations :
United States of America - Illinois - Chicago
United States of America - Massachusetts - Boston
United States of America - Arizona - Phoenix
United States of America - Washington - Olympia
United States of America - Illinois - Springfield
United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville
United States of America - Illinois - Lansing
United States of America - Illinois - Lincoln
United States of America - Texas - Richmond
Why Work at Lenovo
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Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world's largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo's continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).
This transformation together with Lenovo's world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com , and read about the latest news via ourStoryHub (https://news.lenovo.com/) .
Description and Requirements
Lenovo is seeking an experienced professional to manage the company's state and local governmental affairs strategy in the U.S. The successful candidate will work closely with Lenovo business units, site leaders, communications and federal government relations teams, and legal department to identify and support company priorities among state and local governments, with strong emphasis on developing and nurturing relationships at the state and local levels.
The position will report to theDirector, Government Relations,the incumbent will closely interact with business leaders, finance team, Lenovo's North America and global Legal team and may require some US and international travel.
Responsibilities:
Work together with the director, Government Relations NA, and the extended team to advance public policy topics for Lenovo in key states and communities across the U.S.,
Develop and advance relationships with key external state and local stakeholders
Independently identify, monitor, and analyze key issues and legislation at the state level, and develop state policy strategies and outreach plans where appropriate
Maintain regular communication with business units to support internal stakeholder awareness and review of relevant state actions
Together with the legal department, advise business units on policy and regulatory matters that may impact the development or deployment of products and services
Regularly and actively engage with the state government affairs committees of Lenovo's existing trade and industry associations, bringing that knowledge back to internal stakeholders to shape overall positioning and recommend action, where appropriate
Actively participate in state and local opportunities to represent Lenovo and its interests, including with industry trade organizations/committees, elected officials, NGOs and others
Closely align with Lenovo site leaders to create and execute local engagement plans, including representation and participation in the local community
Identify appropriate lobbying support and/or consultants for key topics at the state level, aligned with Lenovo's federal and global business priorities
Support tax team and business units to secure and celebrate state and local incentives, including funding available for investment and workforce development.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop stakeholder dialogue opportunities focused on advancing Lenovo business objectives and reputation.
Required Qualifications:
8+ years experience in developing and managing strategic relationships to advocate and influence public/technology policy priorities at the state level
5+ years of experience working on technology policy space
Experience in Government or diplomatic sector
Bachelor's degrees in: Public relations, communication, political sciences, public affairs, law, business, economics. marketing, journalism, business/commerce, history, geography, or similar
Preferred Qualifications:
A vast understanding of the North America technology market ideally in the areas of the laptop / IT hardware /mobile phones / cloud computing;
Keen understanding of the North American political system, environment and institutions, as well as cultural landscape particularly at the state in the US;
Solid network with the policy makers, the academia, and a working knowledge of the technology industry
Experience with other government/policy schemes in the 50 US States
Interest in emerging technologies and policy work
Outstanding judgment, persuasive and advocacy skills, creativity, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment
Strong collaboration skills, drive for results, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence
Expertise in developing written materials and/or delivering content about policy issues
Deep sense of commitment and drive to address complex challenges, individually and as part of a team
Aptitude for learning, understanding, discussing, and representing industry and corporate policy positions for technologies and practices that are constantly changing
Travel Requirements:
20% expected travel
The base salary budgeted range for this position is $150k-175K USD. Individuals may also be considered for bonus and/or commission.
Lenovo's various benefits can be found on www.lenovobenefits.com .
In compliance with Colorado's EPEWA, the expected application deadline for this position is November 2, 2025. This applies to both external and internal candidates.
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Additional Locations :
United States of America - Illinois - Chicago
United States of America - Massachusetts - Boston
United States of America - Arizona - Phoenix
United States of America - Washington - Olympia
United States of America - Illinois - Springfield
United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville
United States of America - Illinois - Lansing
United States of America - Illinois - Lincoln
United States of America - Texas - Richmond
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United States of America - Arizona , United States of America - District of Columbia , United States of America - Illinois , United States of America - Maryland , United States of America - Massachusetts , United States of America - Michigan , United States of America - Nebraska , United States of America - North Carolina , United States of America - Texas , United States of America - Virginia , United States of America - Washington
United States of America - Illinois - Chicago , United States of America - Massachusetts - Boston , United States of America - Arizona - Phoenix , United States of America - Washington - Olympia , United States of America - Illinois - Springfield , United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville , United States of America - Illinois - Lansing , United States of America - Illinois - Lincoln , United States of America - Texas - Richmond
