Manager, Government Affairs – Consumer Packaged ...

OPEN JOB: Manager, Government Affairs – Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industryLOCATION:Stamford, Connecticut***Relocation Assistance AvailableSALARY: $125,000 to $142,000FULL-TIMEFULL BENEFITSFIRM: Large Consumer Products Firm - Laundry & Home Care and Hair ProductsJOB DETAILS:As the Head of Public Affairs & Government Relations, you will develop and implement a comprehensive government affairs strategy that aligns with the company'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 our companyDeveloping & 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 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 strategiesSteering of Projects, ad-hoc-Teams and external Consultants: Manage internal and external networks as well as consultancies providing advice for PAG relevant topics.REQUIREMENTS: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 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 basisIf you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please respond back and include the following:MS WORD Resumerequired compensation.Contact information.AvailabilityUpon receipt, one of our managers will contact you to discuss the position in full detail.JASON DENMARKRecruiting ManagerINTERMEDIA GROUP, INC.EMAIL::#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-22