Manager, Government Affairs & Public Policy - Japan

The role

You will lead Japan government affairs strategy by developing and implementing advocacy across national, prefectural, and municipal levels. You will serve as an expert on Japan's AI policy and manage relationships with lawmakers, regulators, and trade bodies.

What you will do

• Develop, coordinate, and implement a government affairs strategy across national, prefectural, and municipal levels in Japan.
• Serve as the internal and external expert on Japan's AI policy.
• Monitor key regulatory shifts and report on trends.
• Craft responses to governmental initiatives, regulatory issues, and legislative drafts.
• Translate technical and business objectives into effective policy advocacy.
• Cultivate relationships with lawmakers, regulators, and trade bodies.
• Work with public sector sales teams to shape technology and procurement policies.
• Direct government relations consultants and trade associations in Japan.
• Oversee compliance of all lobbying and political activities with relevant laws.

Required qualifications

• Native fluency in Japanese and English.
• 10 to 12+ years of proven leadership experience blending corporate government affairs roles within the technology sector and direct political or government experience.
• Exceptional ability to dig deep on artificial intelligence policy, its applications and its risks, with a proven track record of shaping relevant tech policies and regulations.
• A growth mindset and a self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently, prioritize issues, and push projects over the finish line.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Nice to have

• Prior experience in or working closely with the defense sector, cybersecurity or national security apparatus
• Experience working with regulated industries
• Proven experience supporting public-sector sales and government procurement teams

Benefits

• Weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent in your local currency
• Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health
• RRSP matching, 401K, Pension Scheme
• 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months
• Annual enrichment benefits: Arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality time, and a workspace improvement credit
• Education & learning stipend for conferences, courses, and coaching
• 6 weeks of paid vacation
• Budget for traveling to other offices if you are remote, plus an annual company offsite
• Daily lunch program, snacks, and regular community and social events for those in the office
• Co-working benefit for those not near an office
• $500 home office stipend

Before you apply

• May use AI-enabled tools to screen and assess applicants

About the company

Cohere is a leading security-first enterprise AI company that builds foundation AI models and end-to-end products. It is a global technology company headquartered in Toronto.