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Position Overview
The Senior Manager of Regulatory Affairs assists with the development, evaluation, and execution of Magna’s policy priorities by working closely with internal and external subject matter experts to influence regulatory outcomes and positively impact Magna’s interests. As a member of the Government Affairs Department, the Senior Manager of Regulatory Affairs collaborates and coordinates across all Magna functions, groups, and divisions to ensure policy and advocacy priorities align with Magna’s strategic priorities.
Job Responsibility
Policy Strategy & Development
-Work with the Public Policy team to assess regulatory and policy trends and develop strategies and tactics to influence these trends
-Collaborate with the Director of Government Affairs, Public Policy team, and Magna subject matter experts to monitor internal and external business developments, as well as identify connections between government policy, business activities, and industry trends
-Assist in the development and drafting of testimony, comments, regulatory proposals, presentations, and other communications
-Prepare strategic analyses and policy position papers regarding issues that affect Magna, particularly with respect to current and emerging technologies
-Influence the policy positions and comments of trade associations affiliated with Magna
Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
-Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Magna subject matter experts and consult with Magna subject matter experts in the development of policy positions in several areas, including but not limited to:
-ADAS, and Connected Vehicle Policy
-Automotive Safety Issues
-Cybersecurity
-Electrification and ZEV Issues
-Emissions and Fuel Economy Standards
-Data Privacy
-Right to Repair and Data Access
-Safety Labeling (e.g., New Car Assessment Program)
-Establish and maintain relationships with key industry thought leaders, policymakers, regulatory agency staff, and other external stakeholders as necessary to promote the interests of Magna
-Represent Magna in technical trade associations and participate in relevant committees or working groups
Regulatory Monitoring & Documentation
-Maintain project files related to relevant regulations and policy trends
-Measure and report on the effectiveness of Magna regulatory and policy initiatives
Others
-Perform other duties as required.
-Reasonably judge, identify, and properly handle all the personal information involved in work, and to learn and master the relevant policies and procedures for Magna's data privacy and personal information
Qualifications
Knowledge and Education
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Political Science, Public Policy, or related field
Preferable for post-graduate degree (J.D., MBA, MPA, or related)
Work Experience
-8 years’ experience working in public policy, government, public affairs, and/or transportation
-Experience working with or within government and facilitating complex conversations about legislation and regulation
-Experience collaborating with organizations that deal with public policy issues
-History of managing successful regulatory efforts
-Experience working across multiple countries and states/provinces
Skills and Competencies
-Advanced writing skills
-Working knowledge of transportation policy, especially new mobility policy
-A combination of policy, political, and private-sector experience
-Advanced proficiency in database queries and data analysis is required
-To be successful in this role, exceptional organizational and prioritization abilities are necessary
-Proactive individual interested in research and the automotive market
General Competence
-A highly motivated and “whatever it takes” mindset
-Strategic and creative team-player
-Passionate about advancing accessible, sustainable modes of mobility
-Good judgment and strong communication skills are critical
-Must have the ability to work independently, take initiative, and not be afraid to ask questions and seek answers when follow-up is required
-Be able to handle multiple assignments simultaneously and be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
-Attention to detail is a must
-Flexibility and adaptability are a requirement in this role
IT/Language
-Advanced computer knowledge and skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual communication platforms (Microsoft Teams, WebEx, Zoom), is required
-Multilingual
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Political Science, Public Policy, or related field
- Post-graduate degree (J.D., MBA, MPA, or related)
- 8 years' experience in public policy, government, public affairs, and/or transportation
- Experience working with or within government and facilitating complex conversations about legislation and regulation
- Experience collaborating with organizations that deal with public policy issues
- History of managing successful regulatory efforts
- Experience working across multiple countries and states/provinces
- Advanced writing skills
- Working knowledge of transportation policy, especially new mobility policy
- Combination of policy, political, and private-sector experience
- Advanced proficiency in database queries and data analysis
- Exceptional organizational and prioritization abilities
- Proactive research interest in the automotive market
- Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual communication platforms
- Multilingual
What the Team is Saying
What We Do
We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.
Why Work With Us
At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.
