Manager, Government Affairs

Manager, Government Affairs

Stamford, Connecticut

Full Time

We are seeking an experienced leader with a deep understanding of the consumer-packaged goods industry and the issues impacting this sector. You will support our business by advocating for the company's interests, engaging policymakers and influencers, and interacting with trade associations to shape local/state/federal government policies and initiatives critical to our business.

• Legislative & Political Monitoring: monitor and analyze relevant political, legislative and regulatory developments and assess the potential impact for our company
• Developing & Executing Advocacy Strategies: prioritize impacting topics and develop & execute respective advocacy strategies at local, state and federal level to avoid harm and create competitive advantages
• Relationship Building & Creating Political Goodwill: analyze, build and maintain relationships with key government officials, stakeholders and industry associations
• Internal Advisory Role: advice the company's senior leadership on public policy issues, ensuring that the political dimension of the company's business is aligned with its overall business objectives and investment strategies
• Steering of Projects, ad-hoc-Teams and external Consultants:
  Manage internal and external networks as well as consultancies providing advice for PAG relevant topics.

Bachelor's degree in political science, public policy, government relations, or a related field is desired. An advanced degree is preferred.

5+ years of experience in government affairs, lobbying, or a related role, with a strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory process – ideally in the Client sector with good understanding of issues impacting businesses including, but not limited to, plastics, packaging, ingredient restrictions, taxes/tariffs and EU regulations

Knowledge of political institutions & processes, respective personal contacts and familiarity with sustainability matters and the role of NGOs the Client industry are an asset

Self-starter, ability to work independently, showing own pro-active initiative and be willing to go for the extra mile, be creative, don't expect to be told what to do next, suggest new solutions to problems

Ability to work under pressure, multi-task and prioritize, result-oriented, proper attention to details

Good communicator and easy networker, despite in both external and internal organizations

Ability to transfer business language into politically relevant arguments (et vice versa) and to manage complex as well as layman language

Proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with government officials, policymakers, and industry stakeholders

Analytical and conceptual strength as well good project management skills; demonstrated ability to manage complex policy matters

Experience with global organizations is preferred

Open and reliable, with clear ethical basis