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Manager, Government Relations, NA State and Local

morrisville, NC

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Job description

General Information

Req # WD

Career area: Legal

Country/Region: United States of America

State: North Carolina

City: Morrisville

Date: Monday, August 24, 2026

Working time: Full-time

Additional Locations

United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville

Why Work at Lenovo

We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.

Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world's largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo's continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).

This transformation together with Lenovo's world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.

Description and Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Work together with the director, Government Relations NA, and the extended team to advance public policy topics for Lenovo in key states and communities across the US

Develop and advance relationships with key external state and local stakeholders

Independently identify, monitor, and analyze key issues and legislation at the state level and develop state policy strategies and outreach plans where appropriate

Maintain regular communication with business units to support internal stakeholder awareness and review of relevant state actions

Together with the legal department, advise business units on policy and regulatory matters that may impact the development or deployment of products and services

Regularly and actively engage with the state government affairs committees of Lenovo's existing trade and industry associations, bringing that knowledge back to internal stakeholders to shape overall positioning and recommend action, where appropriate

Actively participate in state and local opportunities to represent Lenovo and its interests, including with industry trade organizations/committees, elected officials, NGOs, and others

Closely align with Lenovo site leaders to create and execute local engagement plans, including representation and participation in the local community

Identify appropriate lobbying support and/or consultants for key topics at the state level, aligned with Lenovo's federal and global business priorities

Support tax team and business units to secure and celebrate state and local incentives, including funding available for investment and workforce development

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop stakeholder dialogue opportunities focused on advancing Lenovo business objectives and reputation

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, political science, public affairs, law, business, economics, marketing, journalism, business/commerce, history, geography, or similar field

8+ years of experience in developing and managing strategic relationships to advocate and influence public/technology policy priorities at the state level

5+ years of experience working in the technology policy space

A vast understanding of the North America technology market, ideally in the areas of laptop/IT hardware/mobile phones/cloud computing

Keen understanding of the North American political system, environment, and institutions as well as cultural landscape, particularly at the state level in the US

Solid network with the policy makers, the academia, and a working knowledge of the technology industry

Experience with other government/policy schemes in the US States

Interest in emerging technologies and policy work

Outstanding judgment, persuasive and advocacy skills, creativity, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment

Strong collaboration skills, drive for results, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence

Experience in Government or the diplomatic sector

Deep experience collaborating with engineering groups and/or government officials

Expertise in developing written materials and/or delivering content about policy issues

Ability to incorporate different perspectives and collaborate

Deep sense of commitment and drive to address complex challenges, individually and as part of a team

Aptitude for learning, understanding, discussing, and representing industry and corporate policy positions for technologies and practices that are constantly changing

Understanding of Geopolitics at the state level a plus

Travel

25-40% expected travel

Basic Requirements

Bachelor's degree

5+ years of experience in public policy and/or technology policy

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The anticipated annual compensation range for this position is 132,200-202,745 USD. Final compensation will be based on relevant experience, skills, and business considerations. Individuals may also be considered for bonuses and/or commissions. Lenovo's various benefits can be found at

Additional Locations

United States of America

United States of America - North Carolina

United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.

In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (EPEWA), the expected application deadline for this position is .

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Worksite address

morrisville, NC, 27560, US

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