VP, Global Government Affairs – Strategic Policy

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🏄 California, Michigan – Remote

🏄 California – Remote 🚗 Michigan – Remote

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KLA

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10,000+ employees

Founded 1975

🏭 Manufacturing

💼 Consulting

📦 Logistics

Manufacturing • Consulting • Logistics

KLA is a leading global technology company specializing in process-control and process-enabling solutions for the semiconductor and electronics industries. It develops technologies that help in chip manufacturing, including defect inspection, metrology, and process management. KLA leverages advances in artificial intelligence and other technologies to improve quality control and performance in areas such as automotive, IoT, and 5G. Additionally, KLA is committed to diversity and social responsibility through its ESG initiatives and community investments via the KLA Foundation.

📋 Description

• Develop and execute a comprehensive global government affairs strategy aligned with corporate objectives and growth priorities • Build and maintain relationships with government officials, policymakers, regulators, trade associations, think tanks, and industry coalitions worldwide • Represent the company before legislative and executive branch officials on semiconductor ecosystem issues • Advise executive leadership and business units on emerging policy, geopolitical, and regulatory developments • Lead advocacy and policy engagement on export controls, sanctions, foreign investment review, technology transfer regulations, advanced computing controls, AI-related regulations, and national security measures • Partner with legal, compliance, business, communications, business development, and regional leadership teams • Analyze geopolitical developments affecting semiconductor markets, technology competition, and global supply chains • Provide actionable intelligence and strategic recommendations to senior leadership • Assess regulatory, political, and trade-related risks and opportunities to support business planning • Coordinate external messaging and advocacy efforts across multiple jurisdictions • Manage external consultants, lobbying firms, and industry association engagements • Build and develop a high-performing global government affairs organization • Advise executive and business unit leaders on geopolitical, regulatory, trade, and public policy developments • Translate complex policy and regulatory developments into business implications and actionable recommendations • Align government affairs strategies with corporate objectives, market expansion plans, investment decisions, and risk management priorities • Build consensus among cross-functional executive teams and influence high-impact policy and regulatory decisions • Support executive engagement with government officials, industry leaders, customers, and strategic partners • Identify and mitigate geopolitical and regulatory risks • Develop and execute coordinated global advocacy strategies

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required • Advanced degree in Public Policy, International Relations, Political Science, Law, Economics, Engineering, or related field preferred • 15+ years of progressively responsible experience in government affairs, public policy, trade policy, or regulatory affairs • Significant experience within the semiconductor, technology, electronics, defense, or advanced manufacturing sectors • Demonstrated expertise in export controls, sanctions, international trade policy, and national security-related regulations • Experience engaging with senior government officials and policymakers in multiple jurisdictions • Proven ability to influence complex policy outcomes and manage high-stakes regulatory issues • Experience with U.S. Department of Commerce export control frameworks, including EAR regulations preferred • Familiarity with global semiconductor policy initiatives and industrial strategies preferred • Experience working in multinational organizations with global responsibilities preferred • Prior government service, congressional experience, trade association leadership, or regulatory agency experience preferred • Understanding of semiconductor technology, manufacturing, supply chains, and advanced computing ecosystems preferred • Strong geopolitical awareness • Exceptional executive presence and communication skills • Ability to navigate complex and sensitive policy environments • Strong relationship-building and coalition-development capabilities • Sound judgment in highly visible and politically sensitive situations • Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity and rapid change

🏖️ Benefits

• Performance incentive programs • Medical benefits • Dental benefits • Vision benefits • Life insurance and other voluntary benefits • 401(k) with company matching • Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) • Student debt assistance • Tuition reimbursement program • Development and career growth opportunities and programs • Financial planning benefits • Wellness benefits, including an employee assistance program (EAP) • Paid time off • Paid company holidays • Family care and bonding leave • Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities