Sr. Director, Public Affairs - Washington, D.C.

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Samsung Electronics America (SEA) is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances, enterprise solutions and networks systems. Across each of these areas, our work drives innovation, economic growth and workforce opportunity in the United States.

For nearly five decades, Samsung has been at the forefront of technological advancements, investing over $100 billion and creating more than 20,000 jobs nationwide. Our mission? To integrate cutting-edge products, services, and AI technology to deliver smarter, sustainable, and more connected experiences that empower people to live better.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SEA offers opportunities to work alongside global visionary thinkers and innovators who are passionate about making a difference. Explore the exciting opportunities at Samsung Electronics America and discover how you can make an impact.

Role & Responsibilities

Samsung is hiring a Director/Senior Director to lead international trade policy and advocacy in Washington. This role will sit in U.S. Public Affairs, reporting to the Vice President - Public Policy. We need a well-connected, exceptional writer who can master Samsung’s global footprint, build durable strategies for a dynamic trade landscape, and move quickly during high-stakes fire drills. You will track fast-breaking trade policy in real time and deliver clear, sharp analysis to U.S. and global leadership.

• Shape Long-Term Trade & Supply Chain Strategy : Master Samsung’s diverse businesses, manufacturing footprints, and supply chains to build resilient strategies that anticipate chokepoints, navigate policy shifts, and capture new opportunities.
• Leverage Your Network : Mobilize trusted ties across USTR, Commerce, Treasury, and Capitol Hill to secure early intelligence and advance priorities.
• Lead in Associations : Drive Samsung’s agenda and build consensus in major trade associations and coalitions.
• Track & Analyze : Monitor tariffs, trade actions, and export controls in real time; deliver rapid, executive-ready written briefs.
• Align & Direct Resources : Partner with Legal, Customs, and HQ to align policy with operations; direct outside counsel and consultants.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience : 10+ years of trade policy experience (government, corporate public policy, private firm, trade association); J.D. preferred.
• Connected : Active network across D.C. trade ecosystem.
• Exceptional Writer : Confident, concise.
• Low Ego, High Ownership : Team player, as comfortable managing tactical groundwork as briefing leadership.
• Global Fluency : Effective at navigating a matrixed multinational company across time zones.

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Benefits @ Samsung -

Regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) have access to benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Employee Purchase Program, Tuition Assistance (after 12 months), Paid Time Off, Student Loan Program (after 12 months), Wellness Incentives, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance.

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