Government Relations Manager

About This Role

This role involves driving government affairs engagement across the Western Hemisphere, with a primary focus on the United States and support for Canada, Mexico, and select Latin American markets. As a strategic advisor, you will identify policy risks and opportunities, assess business impacts, and develop proactive engagement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute government affairs strategies aligned with business objectives
• Monitor, analyze, and influence legislative and regulatory developments
• Advise stakeholders on policy risks, opportunities, and business impacts
• Build relationships with policymakers, regulatory agencies, industry associations, and coalition partners
• Represent Lutron in legislative, regulatory, and industry forums
• Develop policy materials, including briefing papers, comment letters, and testimony
• Identify opportunities related to trade policy, public procurement, grants, and incentives
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align advocacy efforts with business priorities

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• 10+ years of experience in government relations, public policy, legislative affairs, or regulatory affairs
• Demonstrated knowledge of the U.S. political system, institutions, and processes at both the federal and state levels
• Demonstrated knowledge of global governance, international institutions, and foreign political processes
• Proven success in advocating for policy positions and achieving desired outcomes in complex environments
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 25% as business needs require
• Authorized to work in the U.S. and will not require Lutron to sponsor for any work visa, such as an H-1B, either immediately or at any time in the future

Benefits

• Options for continued growth and education

About the Company

Lutron Electronics is the worldwide leader in innovative lighting control and shading solutions. The company has cultivated a reputation of unsurpassed quality, a broad range of technologies and product offerings, and a strong commitment to servicing its worldwide customers. This has allowed the company to invest in developing new technologies and services, expand technical capabilities and global presence, and to find and retain the best talent.