The relationship between the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ranks among the more critical facets of the association's obligations to represent and protect the interests of its 2,200 member companies.
To maintain our position as the voice of the consumer technology industry, CEA is looking for someone who has extensive knowledge of and has worked on communications and consumer electronics regulatory issues. The Senior Director and Regulatory Counsel reports to the Senior Vice President of Government Affairs and is responsible for developing and overseeing CEA legal strategy and filings on consumer electronics issues before the Federal Communications Commission. Candidates for this position should possess a law degree, have experience dealing with or working at the Federal Communications Commission, and a passion for the consumer electronics industry.
You will be responsible for: • Developing, reviewing and coordinating CEA's legal, regulatory and policy strategy before the Federal Communications Commission. • Developing and drafting filings before the FCC and other regulatory bodies, as necessary. • Representing CEA before the FCC, other regulatory bodies and Capitol Hill. • Providing oversight on CEA legal matters. • Coordinating efforts to attract FCC and other high level government officials to the International CES. • Speaking on professional panels to increase CEA's visibility on policy issues. • Leading small teams as necessary.
Education/Training: Undergraduate degree in business, government or related field preferred; law degree required.
As our ideal candidate you will possess outstanding oral and written communication skills; excellent public speaking skills; ability to build consensus; strategic planning capabilities; and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. In addition, you’ll have at least 8-10 years of professional experience in law, on the Hill or other public policy positions.
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the consumer technology industry through technology policy, events, research, promotion and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA represents more than 2,200 corporate members involved in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and integration of audio, video, mobile electronics, wireless and landline communications, information technology, home networking, multimedia and accessory products, as well as related services that are sold through consumer Channels. Combined, CEA's members account for more than $161 billion in annual sales. CEA also produces and manages the International CES – the world’s largest consumer technology tradeshow held in Las Vegas each January.
CEA was voted as one of the top 50 companies to work for by the Washingtonian Magazine. CEA offers unique and excellent benefits including leading edge PPO health insurance, six percent match on 401k, pension plan, 15 percent incentive bonuses, 35 hour work week, onsite bootcamp, yoga, weight training, excellent training programs, $25,000 mortgage assistance, and much more. Learn more about our unique employee culture.
