Principal, Public Policy, Japan

Would you like to be part of a public policy team that is driving the adoption of cloud computing across Asia-Pacific? The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Public Policy team is at the forefront of helping customers maximize the benefits of cloud computing by removing regulatory blockers to cloud adoption. We do this by partnering with governments as they develop policy approaches to the digital economy.

Key job responsibilities
Amazon Web Services is the leading provider of cloud computing services, providing IT infrastructure offerings such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services, Generative AI and more. We are looking for a talented, innovative, and well-connected individual to represent AWS in Japan before policymakers that are strategically important to the AWS business. Reporting to the Head of Public Policy, Japan & Korea, the successful candidate will proactively build relationships with policymakers, IT decision makers and officials in government relating to emerging industries and other relevant organizations. You will address policy risks to the business as well as advance strategic business opportunities and initiatives in key areas. This position will also lead AWS’s participation in key business associations and coalitions that are critical to advancing AWS public policy and business objectives. You will become familiar with all aspects of AWS’s business, and interface directly with the business units in the region.


A day in the life
This Tokyo-based government affairs and public policy position, which is a member of Japan Public Policy team, and will also participate in the APAC Public Policy team, shall:

- Develop, lead and implement advocacy strategies related to cloud adoption by the Japan public sector (central, prefecture and local governments), with a focus on national security and defense policy;
- Drive advocacy to ensure customers are not impacted by unworkable or discriminatory digital and trade policies in Japan;
- Represent key positions directly and through industry associations/coalitions to enable an unrestricted, transparent, and technology-friendly regulatory environment;
- Develop and implement advocacy strategies to navigate the economic policy landscape in Japan, including shaping the regulatory and enforcement environment to improve AWS's business outcomes
- Work collaboratively with AWS business units to ensure alignment between core business priorities and public policy goals, with a focus on the public sector business;
- Assess and communicate potential regulatory threats and government sector opportunities and threats, develop mitigation or enhancement strategies and policy positions, and coordinate external advocacy efforts, outreach programs and key initiatives in concert with AWS business objectives;
- Facilitate meetings between AWS executives and key stakeholders, including senior government officials, regulators, industry associations and alliance partners to promote and advocate the company’s policy positions;
- Staff appropriate corporate membership opportunities in industry associations/coalitions on behalf of AWS, and manage outside consultants.

The successful candidate must be inquisitive, enthusiastic about technology, enjoy working hard and being continually challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant discipline (e.g. Law, Political Science, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Economic Development)
- Experience in relevant public policy and advocacy on payments and financial services issues
- Speak, write, and read fluently in English
- Speak, write, and read fluently in Japanese Preferred Qualifications: - Strong knowledge of and background in advocacy and public policy development pertaining to government digitalization and adoption of cloud technology.
- Familiarity with policies related to IT procurement, national/local government and financial sector IT and data management reform, economic security, IT infrastructure/applications, information security, privacy protection, Internet access, corporate compliance, requirements for emerging industry, export control.
- Strong knowledge and experience in cloud technology and AI.
- Demonstrated roles in industry associations or coalitions.
- Knowledge of US regulation and regional frameworks related to telecommunications, AI and cloud computing issues is an asset.
- Strong relationships with government officials, especially with METI, MIC, Cabinet Office, and Digital Agency.
- Highly effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills; demonstrated ability to effectively and comfortably interact at high corporate, political and educational institution levels.
- Ability to influence, negotiate with, and persuade. Must be flexible and demonstrate strong judgment/decision-making skills, and political acumen.
- Maintain highest personal levels of ethical conduct, confidentiality and integrity, with a strong professional reputation in the industry.
- Self-starter with proven track record of successfully working with a wide array of functional groups across an organization and cultures as well as working independently.
- Demonstrated ability to build and foster effective relationships and networks with others.
- Strong analytical skills, including ability to dive deep into regulations by understanding how legislative and regulatory proposals may impact the AWS business, ability to identify weaknesses in policy documents and propose solutions;
- Exceptional time-management skills; including ability to prioritize and manage competing demands on your time;
- Master’s Degree in relevant disciple.

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