Assistant Manager, Regulatory and Government Affairs - Hyundai Motor Group

Overview:

We are seeking an Associate Manager of Regulatory Affairs for the Hyundai Motor Group Government Affairs team in Washington, D.C. The Associate Manager of Regulatory Affairs will advance the regulatory affairs function for Hyundai Motor Group (“the Group”), by providing project and research support for key issues impacting the Group’s public policy and regulatory advocacy objectives including, but not limited to, automotive safety, technology, privacy, emissions, fuels, and charging infrastructure.

The individual will engage in cross-cutting policy and strategy development on a range of issues that are critical to the growth of transportation and the company. The ideal candidate will have experience working on transportation, energy, environmental or automotive policy for a company, trade association, Congress or for a state or federal regulatory agency.

About Hyundai Motor Group:

Hyundai Motor Group is a global enterprise that has created a value chain based on mobility, steel, and construction, as well as logistics, finance, IT, and service. With about 250,000 employees worldwide, the Group’s mobility brands include Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis. Armed with creative thinking, cooperative communication, and the will to take on any challenges, we strive to create a better future for all.

More information about Hyundai Motor Group can be found at: http://www.hyundaimotorgroup.com

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in tracking, analyzing, monitoring and reporting on regulatory proposals, agency requests, and regulatory notices that could impact the company and the industry.

• Conduct research and compile information to support the HMG-DC Office’s regulatory advocacy efforts.

• Work directly with the Director of Regulatory Affairs to develop policy strategies related to a range of issues, including new products and advanced technologies, energy, environment, electrification, and vehicle safety.

• Attend relevant agency meetings, hearings, relevant trade association meetings and provide summaries.
• Support the execution of special events and programs including auto shows and technical showcases that will enhance our image and build understanding and support for our issues.

• Write letters, position papers, comments, testimonies, talking points, memos, reports and other materials for internal use or to federal and state agencies.

• Partner with internal departments to identify opportunities for proactive policy engagement, determine the business impact of proposals and create and drive positive outcomes.

• Understand existing policies that impact the company and the automotive industry and represent the company as a subject matter expert in meetings with regulators, agency officials, other companies, trade associations and NGOs.

• Establish and maintain regular communications with company and affiliate leaders and colleagues from across the automotive industry and value chain.

• Complete other tasks as assigned by Director of Regulatory Affairs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Degree in Public Policy, Economics, Engineering, Public Affairs, or similar considered most helpful.
• Familiarity with government affairs, especially the regulatory environment and regulatory process. Familiarity with automotive policy issues is helpful.
• Strong analytical, organizational, prioritization, and project management skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent verbal, written and personal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complicated and technical policy points effectively. Ability to rapidly digest, synthesize and summarize technical information. Ability to effectively manage communications across teams.

• Ability to multi-task and work quickly and efficiently.
• Positive, friendly disposition and excellent team player with outstanding interpersonal skills who can collaborate well with others.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to build relationships with federal and state regulators/Administration officials, agencies and other industry government affairs staff.

• Proficient in compiling PowerPoint Presentations.

• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Normal office duties