Government Relations Senior Specialist

Legal Entity: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Business Unit: BU Corporate Affairs
Department: DEP Federal Affairs

Division: DIV Government and Industry Relations
Work Location: Public Relations Office - DC Office
Shift: 1st
Workstyle: Remote Eligible up to 20%
Career Level: 4
Job Grade: Exempt-3

The State Affairs Specialist supports Honda's business objectives by monitoring, analyzing, and communicating state level policy developments, and by advancing Honda's public policy priorities through informed advocacy, analysis, and stakeholder engagement.

• Monitor, read, analyze and track state legislation, regulations, and political activities to assess potential impacts, risks, and opportunities for Honda's business operations and public policy objectives
  Identify and share political trends and analysis on select issues with key GIR leadership, business units and internal stakeholders
• Support development and execution of state government affairs strategies by contributing research, policy analysis, proposed positions, and supporting materials aligned with Honda's advocacy priorities
• Engage directly with state legislators, legislative staff, and government officials to communicate Honda's public policy positions, educate policymakers on Honda initiatives, and serve as a point of contact on state-level issues
• Coordinate with trade associations, coalitions, and industry partners to share Honda's policy positions and support advocacy efforts aligned with Honda's objectives
• Collaborate with GIR leadership, Legal, Compliance, Policy Communications, and business unit subject matter experts to ensure accurate interpretation of legislation and consistency of messaging
• Conduct research, prepare briefings, and support special projects, task forces, or cross-functional initiatives related to state government affairs as assigned

• Four year college degree in Government, Business, Journalism, Communications, Public Policy, Pre-law, or a related field
• Five plus years of experience working in state or local government affairs, public policy, legislative tracking, trade associations, government offices, lobbying firms, legal analysis or related political or regulatory environments
• Demonstrates ability to read, analyze, and interpret legislation and regulatory language
• Strong understanding of state level legislative and political processes
• Ability to communicate complex policy impacts clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and adapt to changing priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards:

• Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
• Paid Overtime
• Regional Bonus (when applicable)
• Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Career Growth:

• Advancement Opportunities
• Career Mobility
• Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
• Training and Development programs

Additional Offerings:

• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
• Lifestyle Account
• Childcare Reimbursement Account
• Elder Care Support
• Wellbeing Program
• Community Service and Engagement Programs
• Product Programs

Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.