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As Manager Government Affairs and Society & Community Engagement Germany, you are responsible for developing and implementing strategies that ensure effective collaboration with government bodies and for representing ASML’s interests in Germany. The scope of the role includes steering, contributing to, and taking responsibility for political relations and external advocacy for ASML’s German sites. The Society & Community Engagement (S&CE) area includes the design, implementation, and management of impactful programs and projects that align with ASML’s global S&CE strategy. In this role, you focus on achieving measurable societal benefits, building strong relationships with community stakeholders, and supporting ASML’s ESG objectives.
Job Responsibility:
Develop annual priorities and goals in the area of Government Affairs, aligned with ASML’s strategic corporate objectives
Design, implement, and manage the external advocacy strategy with a focus on Germany
Lead political advocacy activities at the federal and state levels to advance political initiatives aligned with corporate objectives
Manage external consultants and lobbyists in Germany
Serve as the interface between ASML and political institutions to foster constructive relationships and political support
Maintain external relationships with industry partners, associations, and consortia to advance corporate interests
manage relevant memberships
Monitor and assess the political landscape and derive practical recommendations for senior management
Independently identify political risks and opportunities and initiate and implement appropriate measures
Translate ASML’s global S&CE strategy to local and regional contexts
Develop and manage initiatives in key impact areas such as STEM education, community attractiveness & inclusion, and employee engagement
Ensure that programs are scalable, cost-effective, and deliver measurable societal value
Build and maintain relationships with local authorities, community leaders, NGOs, and other stakeholders
Act as liaison between ASML and external partners to ensure collaboration and alignment
Work closely with internal teams (Public Affairs, Communications, HR, Corporate Real Estate, etc.) to integrate S&CE programs into broader company initiatives
Engage ASML employees worldwide in community programs
Monitor program performance and impact using clear KPIs and benchmarks
Prepare reports and dashboards for internal management and external communication
Ensure compliance with ESG frameworks and regulatory requirements
Requirements:
Completed university degree in law, public administration, political science, economics, or communications
Many years of relevant professional experience in trade, technology, and/or R&D policy, ideally within government, think tanks, advocacy organizations, or industry associations
Extensive experience in program management, corporate social responsibility (CSR), or community engagement
Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing stakeholder and issue-management strategies
Experience in a multinational company or an international political environment
Experience working with senior government officials and political decision-makers
Strong diplomatic skills and persuasiveness in demanding situations
Experience interacting with executive leadership in an international context
ability to influence and build networks
Excellent communication skills to clearly present complex issues and influence decision-makers
Negotiation skills and the ability to convincingly represent corporate interests
Strong organizational abilities
Sensitivity to cultural differences and strong political acumen
Willingness to travel nationally and internationally for meetings, conferences, and events