Manager, Government Affairs Henkel

Position descriptionAt Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of over 47.000 pioneers around the globe. Our teams at Henkel Consumer Brands continuously drive the evolution in dynamic categories: Laundry & Home Care and Hair. With our trusted brands, including Persil and Schwarzkopf, our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills. Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth. Dare to make an impact?As the Head of Public Affairs & Government Relations, you will develop and implement a comprehensive government affairs strategy that aligns with Henkel’s goals and priorities.We are seeking an experienced leader with a deep understanding of the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) 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.What you´ll doLegislative & Political Monitoring: monitor and analyze relevant political, legislative and regulatory developments and assess the potential impact for HenkelDeveloping & Executing Advocacy Strategies: prioritize impacting topics and develop & execute respective advocacy strategies at local, state and federal level to avoid harm and create competitive advantagesRelationship Building & Creating Political Goodwill: analyze, build and maintain relationships with key government officials, stakeholders and industry associationsInternal Advisory Role: advice Henkel’s senior leadership on public policy issues, ensuring that the political dimension of Henkel’s business is aligned with its overall business objectives and investment strategiesSteering of Projects, ad-hoc-Teams and external Consultants: Manage internal and external networks as well as consultancies providing advice for PAG relevant topics.What makes you a good fitBachelor’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 CPG sector with good understanding of issues impacting businesses including, but not limited to, plastics, packaging, ingredient restrictions, taxes/tariffs and EU regulationsKnowledge of political institutions & processes, respective personal contacts and familiarity with sustainability matters and the role of NGOs the CPG industry are an assetSelf-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 problemsAbility to work under pressure, multi-task and prioritize, result-oriented, proper attention to detailsGood communicator and easy networker, despite in both external and internal organizationsAbility to transfer business language into politically relevant arguments (et vice versa) and to manage complex as well as layman languageProven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with government officials, policymakers, and industry stakeholdersAnalytical and conceptual strength as well good project management skills; demonstrated ability to manage complex policy mattersExperience with global organizations is preferredOpen and reliable, with clear ethical basisSome perks of joining HenkelFlexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid and work from anywhere policiesDiverse national and international growth opportunitiesGlobally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programsGender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeksEmployee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching sharesAnnual performance bonusComprehensive healthcare including mental health support and 401(k) plan matched by employerFamily benefits including fertility support, fully paid parental leave, caregiver servicesPaid time off, sickness leave, holidays, volunteer time off, summer Fridays & moreThe salary for this role is $125,000.00 - $142,000.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.Application instructionsPlease be sure to indicate you saw this position on Apply Now***Show some love and please mention * (Istanbul Center for Geopolitics) in your application******We also feel loved when you share it*** #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17