Would you like to be part of a public policy team that is driving the adoption of cloud computing across Asia-Pacific? The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Public Policy team is at the forefront of helping customers maximize the benefits of cloud computing by removing regulatory blockers to cloud adoption.
Amazon Web Services is the leading provider of cloud computing services, providing IT infrastructure offerings such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services, Generative AI and more.
We are looking for a talented, innovative, and well-connected individual to represent AWS in Japan before policymakers that are strategically important to the AWS business.
Reporting to the Head of Public Policy, Japan & Korea, the successful candidate will proactively build relationships with policymakers, IT decision makers and officials in government relating to AWS business.
You will address policy risks to the business as well as advance strategic business opportunities and initiatives in key areas.
This position will also lead AWS's participation in key industry associations and coalitions that are critical to advancing AWS public policy and business objectives.
You will become familiar with all aspects of AWS's business, and interface directly with the business units in the region.
This Tokyo-based public policy position, which is a member of Japan Public Policy team, will also participate in the APAC Public Policy team.
Key job responsibilitiesDevelop, lead and implement advocacy strategies related to cloud and AI adoption by Japanese institutions with the focus of public sector (central and local governments);
Drive advocacy to ensure customers are not impacted by unworkable or discriminatory digital and trade policies in Japan;
Represent key positions directly and through industry associations/coalitions to enable an unrestricted, transparent, and technology-friendly regulatory environment;
Develop and implement advocacy strategies to navigate the economic and industrial policy landscape in Japan, including shaping the regulatory and enforcement environment to improve AWS's business outcomes
Work collaboratively with AWS business units by sharing the information about government initiatives of the relevant ministries to ensure alignment between core business priorities and public policy goals, with a focus on the public sector business;
Assess and communicate potential regulatory threats and government sector opportunities and threats, develop mitigation or enhancement strategies and policy positions, and coordinate external advocacy efforts, outreach programs and key initiatives in concert with AWS business objectives;
Facilitate meetings between AWS executives and key stakeholders, including senior government officials, regulators, industry associations and alliance partners to promote and advocate the company's policy positions;
Staff appropriate corporate membership opportunities in industry associations/coalitions on behalf of AWS, and manage outside consultants.
Basic Qualifications
10+ years of experience working in the Japanese government, intergovernmental organizations or in the private sector, preferably but not necessarily in the tech sector.
Ability to identify and understand key technical aspects pertaining to corporate operations in legislative and regulatory proposals, understand business implications, and synthesize policy documents for internal and external customers.
Fluent written and spoken English and Japanese.Preferred Qualifications
Strong knowledge of and background in advocacy and public policy development pertaining to government digitalization and adoption of cloud technology in public sector.
Familiarity with policies related to IT procurement, national/local government and financial sector IT and data management reform, economic security, IT infrastructure/applications, information security, privacy protection, Internet access, corporate compliance, requirements for emerging industry, export control.
Strong knowledge and experience in cloud technology and AI.Demonstrated roles in industry associations or coalitions.
Knowledge of US regulation and regional frameworks related to telecommunications, AI and cloud computing issues is an asset.
Strong relationships with government officials, especially with METI, MIC, Cabinet Office, and Digital Agency.
Highly effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills; demonstrated ability to effectively and comfortably interact at high corporate, political and educational institution levels.
Ability to influence, negotiate with, and persuade. Must be flexible and demonstrate strong judgment/decision-making skills, and political acumen.Maintain highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality and integrity, with a strong professional reputation in the industry.
Self-starter with proven track record of successfully working with a wide array of functional groups across an organization and cultures as well as working independently.
Demonstrated ability to build and foster effective relationships and networks with others.Strong analytical skills, including ability to dive deep into regulations by understanding how legislative and regulatory proposals may impact the AWS business, ability to identify weaknesses in policy documents and propose solutions;
Exceptional time-management skills; including ability to prioritize and manage competing demands on your time;
Master's Degree in relevant disciple.
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