Public and Business Affairs Director

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The Texas Instruments (TI) Government Relations team represents the company on important public policy issues around the world. We work with key government stakeholders, trade associations, business partners, and internal teams to advance a policy and regulatory environment that supports TI’s business priorities.

Texas Instruments is seeking a Director of Public and Business Affairs in China to spearhead efforts to maintain TI’s position as a valued technology partner with manufacturing in the region. As Director of Public & Business Affairs, China, you will be responsible for the company’s strategic relationships with Chinese government authorities, policy-makers, industry/trade associations and academic institutions relevant to TI’s business. The trade and regulatory environment in China will be a key focus of the role, as will maintaining effective manufacturing operations, corporate functions, and product distribution in China. This position will have a direct report who manages government relations and related responsibilities in Chengdu. This role will be based in Beijing or Shanghai and will dual-report to the Vice President, Global Government Relations (Washington DC) and Vice President, China Sales and Applications (Shanghai).

Position Roles and Responsibilities

• Establish, cultivate and maintain long-term, constructive relationships with key Chinese government authorities (central and provincial), as well as affiliated institutions, associations/alliances, think-tanks, academic institutions, and other stakeholders relevant to TI’s business.
• Provide support to maintain effective manufacturing operations in Chengdu, China corporate functions and product distribution.
• Develop and execute government engagement strategies and partnership programs with targeted stakeholders in alignment with corporate business objectives.
• Work with our communicators to craft compelling messaging showcasing the value proposition of TI solutions in the China market.
• Engage authorities concerning our business and policy goals and the potential impact of proposed policies and regulations on the company, its commercial partners and the broader ecosystem.
• Monitor, anticipate and analyze key policy and regulatory developments that may impact TI’s business and commercial partnerships.
• Advise the China leadership team and other corporate leaders on policy-related risks and opportunities and recommend options and solutions on both business and policy issues.
• Establish strong communication channels with internal colleagues in China and the US to keep them informed of key developments and trends. Ensure continual alignment and effective partnership in executing business and engagement plans and strategies.
• Manage TI’s engagement and relationships with external consultants, industry peers, trade associations, think tanks and academia in support of the company’s business goals and government affairs agenda in the China market.
• Create and manage opportunities for TI executives and subject matter experts to provide thought leadership interactions with key Chinese decision-makers

Minimum requirements:

• Master's Degree in business administration, public administration, or communications
• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in the technology or semiconductor industry
• Deep knowledge of Chinese government institutions, networks and policy-making procedures
• Strong business acumen with track record of developing and implementing government relations strategy and programs on complex matters.
• Effective advocacy, communication/persuasive and consensus-building skills, strategic thinking skilss and political acumen. Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships.
• Fluency in Chinese and English and the ability to bridge cultural differences and succeed in a cross-cultural environment.
• Strong time management skills that enable deadline-sensitive project delivery. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to supporting and effectively informing colleagues across business functions and regions.
• Effective advocacy, negotiation and consensus-building skills.
• Ability to take initiative and drive for results.
• Ability to travel domestically and occasionally internationally, as required.