Job Purpose
About this Position:
Corporate Affairs is at the forefront of managing critical relationships with key stakeholders, including engagement with policymakers, community leaders, non-profits, workforce partners, and DEI collaborators. It is responsible for implementing government relations strategies and leading corporate communications to increase internal awareness of Honda's business direction and enhance Honda's reputation.
This role is responsible for managing the Regional Corporate Affairs Department. The position will lead a team of regional/local corporate affairs, community relations, and engagement specialists. This role will play a pivotal role in managing relationships with local community stakeholders, Honda local site leaders, ensuring effective communication within our local sites and representing Honda at the local level. This leader will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure our local initiatives align seamlessly with our national corporate affairs strategy. This role will serve as a key conduit that bridges local execution and broader organizational goals.
Key Accountabilities
Responsibilities include:
• External Relationship Management
o Lead, cultivate, and strengthen positive relationships and strategic partnerships with Honda's stakeholders, such as community leaders, community organizations, civic organizations, etc.
o Representing Honda's interests and values in various local events, initiatives, and collaborations
• Internal Stakeholder Engagement
o Engage with other departments and teams within Corporate Affairs (CSR, I&D, and GIR) to align local engagement with broader corporate affairs strategy
o Collaborate with NACC to ensure local communication needs are met and communications strategies and messaging is aligned
o Collaborate with local site leaders across USA to understand the needs and opportunities of their communities
o Communicate effectively with stakeholders across the organization and external partners
o Partner with Marketing and legal on developing, reviewing and deciding on local brand visibility across the USA.
• Strategy, Reporting, and Evaluation
o Execute national corporate affairs strategy at local level - tailor as needed
o Evaluate the effectiveness of local engagement and report on the outcomes and feedback
o Identify and implement strategic local investments that enhance brand visibility and engagement
o -Serve as subject matter expert and decision maker on funding proposals from external organizations through corporate and foundation funding areas
• Associate Community Engagement
o Collaborate with CSR and local site leaders to developing and implement strategies to increase associate engagement within the local community
o Evaluate and report on the impact and outcomes of associate engagement programs and initiatives
• Department Leadership
o Manage and oversee all Department matters, including functions and staff, budget, data reporting and metrics, working closely with the Corporate Affairs BULs, providing strategic vision, guidance, and support
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills
Required Work Experience:
• 10 - 15 years of experience in Corporate Affairs, Community Relations or CSR
• Leadership experience strongly preferred
• Ability to represent Honda in professional manner and strong public speaking skills
• Excellent organizational and project planning skills with attention to detail
• Strong collaboration skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Required Education:
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience and/or education
Desired Skills:
• Basic understanding of government relations
• OEM or other auto industry experience
Working Conditions
Additional Position Factors:
• Open-office environment
• Ability to travel up to 30% domestically
• Hybrid remote work available
• Weekend and evening work as needed to meet deliverables
At Honda, you will play a key role in our journey to become a company that society wants to exist now, and in the future. Your endless curiosity will drive innovation and your courageous spirit will challenge the status quo. We believe having a workforce made up of diverse thinkers and innovators makes us a better Honda. Respect for each other and respect for diversity each and every day drives our associates to contribute at the highest level and work effectively in a team environment. We make the dream of mobility a reality with our innovative and high-quality products. Together, we Bring the Future to our customers, associates, and communities. We are Honda.
What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?
Total Rewards:
• Competitive base salary
• Annual Bonus
• Manager Lease Car
• Industry leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off, including vacation, paid holidays, sick time, personal days
• 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Career Growth:
• Advancement opportunities
• Career mobility
• Education reimbursement for continued learning
• Training and Development programs
Additional Offerings:
• Wellbeing program
• Community service and engagement programs
• Product programs
• Free drinks onsite