Senior Media Relations Manager

The Opportunity
Shape media understanding of one of the world’s most important technology companies at a time when semiconductors sit at the center of technology policy, international trade, national security, industrial policy and geopolitics.

Introduction to the job 

ASML is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of chip-making equipment and a technology leader in semiconductor lithography. Our technology enables chipmakers to produce increasingly advanced semiconductors that power the digital world. 

ASML operates at the intersection of highly complex technology, global business, national security, industrial policy and international trade. As interest in the semiconductor industry continues to grow, clear, accurate and credible media engagement is essential to helping stakeholders understand ASML, our technology and our role in the global semiconductor ecosystem. 

We are seeking an experienced media relations professional to strengthen our presence in Washington, D.C. and lead communications on some of the most consequential issues affecting the global semiconductor industry. 

Job mission 

Your mission is to lead media engagement in Washington, D.C. at the intersection of semiconductors, technology, public policy, trade and geopolitics. You will build and maintain trusted relationships with journalists covering technology, semiconductors, business, economic policy, national security, international trade and foreign policy. 

You will develop proactive media strategies, advise senior leaders and partner closely with ASML’s U.S. Government Affairs and global Communications teams. A critical part of this role is translating highly complex technical, business and policy topics into clear and credible communications for external audiences. 

This is a communications and media relations role, not a lobbying or government relations position. You will work closely with Government Affairs to communicate complex policy developments and ASML’s perspective to media audiences. 

Role and responsibilities 

• Serve as a senior media relations lead for ASML in Washington, D.C., with a focus on semiconductors, technology policy, trade, national security, industrial policy and geopolitics. 

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with U.S. and international journalists covering semiconductors, technology, business, trade, economic policy, national security and international affairs. 

• Develop and execute proactive media strategies that support ASML’s business objectives, reputation and government affairs priorities. 

• Monitor developments across the semiconductor industry, ASML’s technology and the policy environment; identify emerging media opportunities and reputational risks and advise stakeholders accordingly. 

• Develop and review media statements, talking points, Q&A, briefing materials and other communications for complex or sensitive technology and policy issues, including export controls, trade measures, industrial policy and supply-chain resilience. 

• Arrange and support interviews, background briefings and other engagements between journalists and ASML executives or subject-matter experts. 

• Prepare and advise senior executives for media engagement on complex technical, business, policy and geopolitical topics. 

• Partner closely with U.S. Government Affairs, Legal, Compliance, Corporate Communications and the global Media Relations team to align messaging and communications strategy. 

• Provide communications colleagues with insight into U.S. policy and media developments and help increase understanding of government affairs and geopolitical topics across the global communications organization. 

• Measure and evaluate media activities against clear communication and business objectives and use insights to refine strategy. 

Education and experience 

Required qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• Significant professional experience in media relations, strategic communications, public affairs communications or journalism, including direct engagement with national, international, business or technology media. 

• Demonstrated experience communicating about the semiconductor industry or another highly complex technology sector. Candidates must be able to understand technical concepts, business implications and policy considerations and translate them accurately for media and external audiences. 

• Experience communicating on public policy, government affairs, international trade, national security, industrial policy and/or geopolitical issues. 

• Strong writing experience, including messaging, media statements, talking points, Q&A, briefing materials and executive communications. 

• Experience advising senior leaders on communications strategy, reputation or sensitive external issues. 

• Strong stakeholder-management skills and demonstrated ability to influence and build trust across a complex, international organization. 

• Ability to process new information quickly, exercise sound judgment and adapt communications strategies in uncertain or fast-moving situations. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Preferred qualifications 

• Direct semiconductor industry experience and knowledge of the global semiconductor ecosystem. 

• Existing or demonstrated ability to build relationships with Washington, D.C.-based national and international media, particularly journalists covering semiconductors, technology, trade, national security, economic policy or international affairs. 

• Experience in semiconductor equipment, advanced manufacturing, AI infrastructure, aerospace/defense, telecommunications, hardware or another highly technical and globally regulated industry. 

• Working knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing, equipment, global supply chains and the policy environment surrounding the industry. 

• Experience working in a multinational technology company, trade association, government/public affairs environment, communications agency or major media organization. 

• Experience managing high-profile, sensitive or issues-driven media communications. 

Skills 

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and an ability to connect communications objectives to broader business and policy priorities. 

• High technical curiosity and the ability to quickly learn complex semiconductor technology and industry dynamics. 

• Ability to translate highly technical, business and policy content into meaningful, accurate and engaging language for different audiences. 

• Confident executive presence and strong interpersonal influence; builds trust with journalists, communications colleagues, senior business leaders and cross-functional partners. 

• Collaborative and culturally aware, with experience working across regions, functions and time zones. 

• Calm and adaptable under pressure, with strong judgment in evolving or sensitive situations. 

Context of the position 

This position is part of ASML’s U.S. Communications team with a strong dotted-line connection to the global media relations team in the Netherlands. You will report to the Head of U.S. Media Relations and may serve as the senior U.S. media relations point of contact when the Head of U.S. Media Relations is unavailable. You will work closely with international media spokespersons and internal stakeholders across ASML, including senior executives, to support strategic decision-making where technology, policy and geopolitics intersect. 

The position is based in Washington, D.C. and is a hybrid role, with an expectation to work from the ASML D.C. office at least three days per week.

Other information 

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company. 

The current base annual salary range for this role is currently:

$110,250-161,700

Pay scales are determined by role, level, location and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors that that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and pay relative to other team members.

The Company offers employees and their families, medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to participate in the Company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month and (13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year. For more information, please contact the Recruiter or click on this link Compensation & Benefits in the US.

All new ASML jobs have a minimum application deadline of 10 days.

This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. § 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

Inclusion and diversity

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.

Need to know more about applying for a job at ASML? Read our frequently asked questions.

Request an Accommodation

ASML provides reasonable accommodations to applicants for ASML employment and ASML employees with disabilities.  An accommodation is a change in work rules, facilities, or conditions which enable an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform the essential functions of a job, and/or enjoy equal access to the benefits and privileges of employment. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or otherwise participate in the employee pre-selection process, please send an email to [email protected] to initiate the company’s reasonable accommodation process.

Please note: This email address is solely intended to provide a method for applicants to initiate ASML’s process to request accommodation(s). Any recruitment questions should be directed to the designated Talent Acquisition member for the position.