Director, Global Affairs - Japan

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About this Role:

We are looking for a Director of Global Affairs to lead our government relations team in Japan and to manage our portfolio of issues focused on the country.

Some areas of focus will include but not be limited to:

• Building relationships with senior government officials, politicians, industry partners and civil society groups

• Leading a team of policy professionals to help shape an enabling policy environment for Japan’s creative economy

• Raising awareness of Netflix’s contribution to Japan

• Protecting artistic expression

• Protecting the company’s business and freedom to innovate

• Advising the company on political matters in Japan and beyond

In addition to your functional expertise, strong connections with senior policymakers, and ability to lead strategically, you will also need to exemplify the qualities that lie at the core of our culture -- including excellence, selflessness, honesty, and impact. The position is based in Tokyo.

The successful candidate will develop and execute the company's government affairs strategy and contribute to the overall success and growth of the business in Japan, working closely with cross-functional partners.

This role will involve managing advocacy projects, research and writing of policy briefs, monitoring and engaging with legislative and rule-making initiatives, and will require some international travel. This role will require cross-functional collaboration with local, regional, and global stakeholders and colleagues. The role will also require management of a local team of policy executives, and therefore, experience in handling matrixed organizational structures is preferred. 

The Netflix Global Affairs team is a group of highly talented and experienced individuals who work closely with their business counterparts to advance the strategic goals of the company. The team is perceived within the Company as solutions-oriented and part of the Company's business team.

Requirements:

The successful candidate will have at least 15 years of policy or government relations experience, either working with a company, government, trade association, or similar employer. Experience working with governmental entities and knowledge of internet and technology issues is preferred, as is a background in entertainment, law, or policy. The successful candidate will have excellent writing and speaking skills, and will be highly organized, collaborative, and solutions-oriented. Fluency in English and Japanese is required. 

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

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