Senior Media Relations Manager
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Washington DC, WA - USA
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Job Summary
ASML is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of chip-making equipment and the technology leader in the semiconductor lithography field. By helping to make chips cheaper and more powerful we help to make semiconductor technology more attractive for a larger range of products and services. ASML is recognized as one of the key companies in the world that drivesthe digitaltransformation.ASML is a global company with around44000 employeesworldwide and one of the most valuable European companies measured in market capitalization.
Media relations
ASML is increasingly visible to the outside world and is recognized as a European high-tech supplier to the global chip industry. The media relations team supports and strengthens ASMLs business goals and reputation as an innovation powerhouse trustedemployerand community stakeholder. ASML operates at the intersection of technology national security industrialpolicyand international trademaking clear consistentcommunicationsa critical contributor to trust and understanding.
Due to the dynamics in our industry complexity andstrong growth the media is interested in who we are what we do and what we think our technology people global footprint supply chain and our role in the semiconductor ecosystem. Increasingly coverage also focuses on policy and geopolitical topics such as export controls trade measures industrial policy strategic partnerships and the broader implications of semiconductor leadership. Aligning our messaging managing information flows and knowing when to communicate which messages to which audienceswhile managing a system ofissuescommunicationsare key contributors to our reputation and business goals.
Wemaintainstrongrelationships with the international media in a friendly and transparent mannerin good and inbad times.
Job mission
Your mission is tomaintainand expand relationships with the media and to bring our messages via the media to our key external audiences. The focus of this role is on media engagement surrounding government affairs and geopolitics. Together with others on the media relations team you develop a strategy to position ASML as a European high-tech supplier to the world employer of choice and a good corporate citizenwhile helping stakeholders understand ASMLs role in policy trade and international dynamics that shape our industry. You also increase knowledge about government affairs and geopolitical topics among communications colleagues worldwide.
You develop and execute a proactive strategic media plan that supports ASMLs core messages and business goals related to government affairs public policytradeand geopolitics.
You ensure that your media plans and activities have clearobjectivesthat are tied to business goals geopolitical strategiesand key target audiences allowing you toanalyzemeasure evaluate and show if and where we made a difference.
You keep up to date with developments in our business technology and policy environment and translate these into media opportunities for your audiences.
You will work with other communications teams the government affairs function and legal/compliance teams toidentifyand advise on media initiatives that support our reputation and enable informed public debate.
You draft and review statements press materials and Q&A on policy and issues topics (e.g. export controls trade measures industrialpolicyand supply chain resilience) arrange media briefings/interviews and engage with journalists from U.S. and international media.
Context of the position
This new position will be part of ASMLs U.S. Communications team with a strong dotted line to the media relations teamlocatedin the Netherlands. You report directly to the Head of U.S. MediaRelationsand you will replace her during absence. You work closely with our international media spokespersons and internal stakeholders across ASML (on all levels includingBoardof Management) to support strategic decision makingparticularly on issues where technology policy and geopolitics intersect.You will also work daily with the U.S. Government Affairs team.The position is based in Washington D.C.and is a hybrid role working in the ASML D.C. officeat least three days per week.
Degree in Communications Journalism International Relations Political Science Public Policy or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Experience in issues communications across government affairs/public policy and geopolitically sensitive topics preferably in a global listed company public affairs environment or journalism
A high affinity for/ experience intechnology/ the semiconductor industry
Strong stakeholder management experienceworkingonexecutive level in an international environment andprovenability to influence and network
Strategic thinking and business acumen
Ability to translate complex (technical and policy/geopolitical) content into meaningful and engaging language
An individual who thrives inahighly complexandcollaborative environmentwhere trust is key
Ability to drive action in uncertain or evolving situations; processesnew informationquickly and adjust strategies accordingly; displays situational adaptabilityunder time pressure
Strong oral and written communication skills
Experience working with colleagues across multiple regions/locations; cultural sensitivity
Interpersonal influence: builds trust and rapport with communications colleagues senior businessleadersand other partners; pursues goals in constructive and assertive way; explores potential solutions during disagreements and searches for the win-win
ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit hire train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race color religion sex age national origin veteran status disability sexual orientation or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
The current base annual salary range for this role is currently:
$75Pay scales are determined by role level location and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors that that are unique to each candidate including but not limited to job-related skills relevant education and experience certifications abilities of the candidate and pay relative to other team members.
The Company offers employees and their families medical dental vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to participate in the Companys 401k plan. Employees will also receive eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month and (13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year. For more information please contact the Recruiter or click on this link Compensation & Benefits in the US.
All new ASML jobs have a minimum application deadline of 10 days.
This position requires access to controlled technology as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. 730 et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.
ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit hire train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race color religion sex age national origin veteran status disability sexual orientation or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.
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About Company
ASML gives the world's leading chipmakers the power to mass produce patterns on silicon, helping to make computer chips smaller, faster and greener.
