Senior Manager Policy & Business Affairs

Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future. At Dolby, science meets art, and high tech means more than computer code. As a member of the Dolby team, you’ll see and hear the results of your work everywhere, from movie theaters to smartphones. We continue to revolutionize how people create, deliver, and enjoy entertainment worldwide. To do that, we need the absolute best talent. We’re big enough to give you all the resources you need, and small enough so you can make a real difference and earn recognition for your work. We offer a collegial culture, challenging projects, and excellent compensation and benefits. 

For this high functioning team, the nature of the work benefits from frequent in-office presence, and employees may be expected to work from a company office up to four days per week. While we remain committed to flexibility, this team’s rhythm includes regular in-person connection to support collaboration, learning, and impact.

The Legal Department provides core legal support to all Dolby functions, runs several IP-centric businesses, and leads government relations.

Senior Manager, Policy and Business Affairs

Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help design the future. At Dolby, science meets art, and high tech means more than computer code. As a member of the Dolby team, you’ll experience the impact of your work across a wide range of technologies—from movie theaters to smartphones. We continue to transform how people create, deliver, and enjoy entertainment worldwide.

We strive to attract exceptional talent. We’re large enough to provide significant resources and small enough for individuals to make a meaningful contribution and be recognized. We offer a collaborative culture, challenging projects, and competitive compensation and benefits.

The Legal Department provides core legal support across Dolby’s functions, oversees several IP centric business areas, and leads government relations.

Position Overview

Dolby’s Policy and Business Affairs team is seeking a Senior Manager based in Washington, D.C. to support our global team. This individual will play an important role in our advocacy strategy, working closely with team members to support Dolby’s policy efforts before federal government stakeholders on issues involving intellectual property, technology licensing, and standardization. 

This role also supports Dolby’s broader business interests by collaborating with advisors and trade associations to monitor developments in geopolitics, trade, and related policy areas. While the position emphasizes intellectual property, it requires versatility and the ability to engage across a wide variety of policy topics.

This position is remote within the metropolitan D.C. area and requires frequent in person meetings and events in Washington, D.C. The role reports to the Senior Director of Intellectual Property and Standards Policy.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on developments related to proposed regulations, legislation, and agency actions.
• Collaborate with policy team leaders and legal department stakeholders to align messaging and engagement. Draft briefing materials and prepare written communications and advocacy documents.
• Participate in engagement with policymakers. Organize, prepare for, and conduct meetings with government stakeholders, and lead engagements when appropriate. Coordinate efforts of external consultants supporting advocacy work.
• Build and maintain relationships with relevant government and policy community stakeholders. Contribute to the development of government relations strategy.
• Represent Dolby in trade associations and policy coalitions, particularly those focused on intellectual property. Support coalition activities and outreach.
• Engage with consultants, advisors, and trade associations to monitor a broad array of policy issues, including geopolitical developments and trade matters. Report key developments to senior leaders.
• Communicate policy updates to internal stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• At least seven years of experience in public policy or government affairs, including experience in a trade association, consultancy, or in house role.
• Strong understanding of the regulatory and legislative process.
• Ability to work independently with strong organizational skills and accountability, particularly in a remote environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience explaining complex topics to government stakeholders and preparing advocacy materials.
• Willingness to register under the Lobbying Disclosure Act if required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior government experience—especially within Congress—and a law degree.
• Experience or familiarity with patent law.

The Virginia/Washington D.C. Area base salary range for this full-time position is $171,000 - 253,000, which can vary if outside this location, plus bonus, benefits, and some roles may also include equity. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, competencies, experience, market demands, internal parity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and perks and benefits for your location during the hiring process.

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Dolby will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of San Francisco Police Code, Article 49, and Administrative Code, Article 12

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Dolby is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our success depends on the combined skills and talents of all our employees. We are committed to making employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, family status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.