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Summary
Government Affairs Manager (Hybrid) (1)
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Staff Great
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Stamford, Connecticut, United States
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125000.00 USD - 150000.00 USD
Job Description
Our client, a global consumer products company, is seeking a Government Affairs Manager to lead the development and execution of a comprehensive government affairs strategy aligned with corporate goals and priorities. This role requires a strategic, policy-savvy professional with a deep understanding of the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry and the evolving regulatory landscape impacting the sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Legislative & Regulatory Monitoring: Track and analyze political, legislative, and regulatory developments at the local, state, and federal levels; assess their impact on business operations and priorities.
Advocacy Strategy Development: Identify priority issues and lead the creation and implementation of proactive advocacy strategies that mitigate risk and create competitive advantage.
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with elected officials, policymakers, regulatory bodies, and industry associations to advance the companys public policy interests.
Internal Advisory: Advise senior leadership on public affairs matters, ensuring alignment between external policy trends and internal business strategy.
Project & Consultant Management: Lead cross-functional initiatives and manager external consultants involved in public affairs and government relations activities.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in political science, public policy, government relations, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
Minimum of 5 years experience in government affairs, lobbying, or public policy, within or serving the CPG industry
Strong grasp of legislative and regulatory processes and issues affecting the sector, including plastics, packaging, tariffs, ingredient restrictions, and EU regulations
Existing network within political institutions and familiarity with sustainability issues and the role of NGOs in the policy space
Proven ability to develop persuasive messaging and translate complex business objectives into politically actionable strategies
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated project management abilities and capacity to handle complex policy initiatives under pressure
Experience working in or with global organizations is strongly preferred
High integrity, proactive mindset, and results-oriented approach
This is a high-impact opportunity for a government affairs leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution to influence public policy outcomes and protect long-term business interests. -
Job Description
Government Affairs Manager (Hybrid) (1)
business
Staff Great
location_on
Stamford, Connecticut, United States
attach_money
125000.00 USD - 150000.00 USD
Job Description
Our client, a global consumer products company, is seeking a Government Affairs Manager to lead the development and execution of a comprehensive government affairs strategy aligned with corporate goals and priorities. This role requires a strategic, policy-savvy professional with a deep understanding of the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry and the evolving regulatory landscape impacting the sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Legislative & Regulatory Monitoring: Track and analyze political, legislative, and regulatory developments at the local, state, and federal levels; assess their impact on business operations and priorities.
Advocacy Strategy Development: Identify priority issues and lead the creation and implementation of proactive advocacy strategies that mitigate risk and create competitive advantage.
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with elected officials, policymakers, regulatory bodies, and industry associations to advance the companys public policy interests.
Internal Advisory: Advise senior leadership on public affairs matters, ensuring alignment between external policy trends and internal business strategy.
Project & Consultant Management: Lead cross-functional initiatives and manager external consultants involved in public affairs and government relations activities.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in political science, public policy, government relations, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
Minimum of 5 years experience in government affairs, lobbying, or public policy, within or serving the CPG industry
Strong grasp of legislative and regulatory processes and issues affecting the sector, including plastics, packaging, tariffs, ingredient restrictions, and EU regulations
Existing network within political institutions and familiarity with sustainability issues and the role of NGOs in the policy space
Proven ability to develop persuasive messaging and translate complex business objectives into politically actionable strategies
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated project management abilities and capacity to handle complex policy initiatives under pressure
Experience working in or with global organizations is strongly preferred
High integrity, proactive mindset, and results-oriented approach
This is a high-impact opportunity for a government affairs leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution to influence public policy outcomes and protect long-term business interests. -
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