Assistant Manager Regulatory Affairs

Overview:

Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) is looking for an Associate/Assistant Manager of Regulatory Affairs for the Hyundai Motor Group Government Affairs team in Washington, D.C. The Associate/Assistant Manager of Regulatory Affairs will advance the regulatory affairs function for Hyundai Motor Group (“the Group”), by providing project and research support for key issues impacting the Group’s public policy and regulatory advocacy objectives including, but not limited to, automotive safety, technology, privacy, emissions, fuels, trade policy, and charging infrastructure. The individual will engage in cross-cutting policy and strategy development on a range of issues that are critical to the growth of transportation and the company. The ideal candidate will have experience working on transportation, energy, environmental, trade or automotive policy for a company, trade association, Congress or for a state or federal regulatory agency.

About Hyundai Motor Group:

Hyundai Motor Group is a global enterprise that has created a value chain based on mobility, steel, and construction, as well as logistics, finance, IT, and service. With about 250,000 employees worldwide, the Group’s mobility brands include Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis. Armed with creative thinking, cooperative communication, and the will to take on any challenges, we strive to create a better future for all.

More information about Hyundai Motor Group can be found at: http://www.hyundaimotorgroup.com

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in tracking, analyzing, monitoring and reporting on regulatory proposals, agency requests, and regulatory notices that could impact the company and the industry.
• Conduct research and compile information to support the HMG-DC Office’s regulatory advocacy efforts.
• Support the Director of Regulatory Affairs in the development of policy strategies related to a range of issues, including new products and advanced technologies, energy, environment, electrification, trade and vehicle safety.
• Attend relevant agency meetings, hearings, trade association meetings and support the preparation of summaries and internal briefings.
• Support the execution of special events and programs including auto shows and technical showcases that will enhance our image and build understanding and support for our issues.
• Assist with the drafting and preparation of letters, position papers, comments, testimonies, talking points, memos, reports and other materials for internal use or to federal and state agencies.
• Partner with internal departments to identify opportunities for proactive policy engagement, determine the business impact of proposals and create and drive positive outcomes.
• Understand existing policies impacting the company and the automotive industry, and support senior staff in engagements with regulators, agency officials, other companies, trade associations and NGOs.
• Support relationship management and coordination efforts with company and affiliate leaders, as well as industry and value-chain counterparts.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by the Director of Regulatory Affairs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Public Policy, Economics, Engineering, Public Affairs, or a related field considered most helpful.
• Familiarity with government affairs, particularly the regulatory environment and regulatory process; familiarity with automotive policy issues is helpful.
• Strong analytical, organizational, prioritization, and project management skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities efficiently.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate complex and technical policy issues, synthesize information, and manage communications across teams.
• Positive, friendly disposition and a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
• Ability to build relationships with federal and state regulators/Administration officials, agencies and other industry government affairs staff.
• Proficient in preparing PowerPoint presentations.

Working at Hyundai Motor Group:

• Holiday Pay - the company shuts down with pay between Christmas and New Years.
• Vacation and sick time off
• Healthcare insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• 401(K) company match
• Basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability

Physical Requirements:

• Normal office duties

Writing samples may be requested.

Salary commensurate with experience.