Nestle

Director, Global Corporate Affairs

Nestle

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Arlington • Virginia • United States

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Member of NW&PB corporate affairs Leadership team.
  • Advocacy and Policy Development: Develop & support implementation of relevant global public affairs program (including framework and strategies).
  • Developing and implementing strategies to advocate for the company’s interests in public policy discussions and legislative processes.
  • Research and Monitoring: Horizon scanning on trends and topics with external stakeholders for opportunities and risks to business and providing insights to inform strategic decisions.
  • Collaboration: Working closely with other departments, such as Senior leaders, marketing, legal, corporate communications, (agency/KOLs), to develop and ensure a cohesive approach to public affairs influencing strategy in regard to key policy areas including: Water Policy and Regulation: federal and state policies related to water quality and safety standards.
  • Environmental and Water Sustainability: issues related to climate resilience, watershed protection, sustainable water management practices, packaging circularity (Bottle Bills).
  • Public Engagement and Advocacy: water safety, quality, health (MAHA).
  • Public Health and Safety: concerns related to contaminants like PFAs and microplastics, packaging, sugar/sweeteners and promoting best practices for beverage safety.
  • Industry Challenges and Innovations: industry trends, taxes and regulatory requirements.
  • Support senior leaders to effectively engage with external stakeholders to ensure opportunities to maximize influence (including attending committees, roundtables, etc.).
  • Promoting the company’s CSR initiatives and ensuring that they align with public expectations and regulatory requirements.
  • Track and monitor high level policy developments (especially in the US).
  • Reporting and Analysis: Preparing reports on public affairs activities and outcomes, analyzing the effectiveness of strategies and initiatives. Produce high-quality briefings and consultation responses.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Where appropriate build, support and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, community leaders, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
  • Support agency management. Execute local Public Affairs strategies incl. advocate for national legislation, and manage community relations, CSV partnerships, and advisory councils.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree or MBA
  • Minimum of 9 years experience in global or zone‑level public affairs within FMCG or related industries
  • Global or zone level Stakeholder Engagement: Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, NGOs, and community leaders, to advocate for the company's interests.
  • Global or zone level public affairs Advocacy and Policy Development: Developing and implementing advocacy strategies to influence public policy and opinion on issues relevant to the company’s operations.
  • Communication Strategy Development: Crafting communication strategies that align with the company's goals and resonate with target audiences.
  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Engaging in CSR initiatives that contribute positively to society.
  • Knowledge of local regulatory environments (especially US) and stakeholder ecosystems within FMCG companies, advocacy organizations.
  • Experience building and managing relationships with stakeholders, including community leaders, regulators.
  • Experienced in developing, adapting and implementing global strategies, then transferring to local contexts and managing market-specific initiatives.
  • Ability to work a hybrid work schedule out of our US corporate office in Arlington, VA.
  • Ability to travel 25% of the time across the US and Europe.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible work hours
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
advocacy strategiespolicy developmentcommunication strategy developmentreporting and analysisstakeholder engagementpublic affairs program implementationhorizon scanningenvironmental sustainability practiceswater quality standardsCSR initiatives
Soft Skills
collaborationrelationship buildingstrategic decision makinginfluencingcommunity engagementleadershipcommunicationanalytical thinkingadaptabilitynegotiation
Certifications
Master’s degreeMBA