Senior Director of Government Affairs

Microsoft’s Corporate, External and Legal Affairs Department (CELA) has an immediate opening in Washington, DC for a Senior Director of Government Affairs. In this role, you will help drive Microsoft’s policy agenda in Washington, DC, relating to key federal issues and support Microsoft’s partnerships with DC-based organizations. You will work with industry and thought leaders on topics ranging from AI to immigration, in close collaboration with our government affairs and other subject matter teams inside the company. You will collaborate closely within Microsoft across CELA and U.S. Government Affairs (USGA) including our United Nations and International Organizations (UNIO), AI for Good, Tech for Fundamental Rights, the HR Legal Group, and with Public Affairs and other business-side stakeholders.

You will serve as the primary liaison between Microsoft and the State Department; as well as the extensive DC Embassy community. You will engage with diplomats, policymakers, academics, and other civil society members to enhance Microsoft's reputation within the diplomatic community in DC.  You will also work closely with other Microsoft teams to engage the U.S. government and third parties on other technology policy issues.

The role requires demonstrated policy expertise and experience in technology, diplomacy and international issues. Success in the role requires cross-group collaboration and a positive team spirit.