Public Affairs Director Mexico

About This Position

• Development of Public Affairs strategies and programs in alignment with BU/FU priorities on local scale
• Aligning Public Affairs plans and activities with regional and national colleagues working for Public Affairs in key/strategic countries
• Provides consultancy and support for Top-Management on geopolitical developments
• Supports CEO on all "external affairs" topics (meetings with national & global associations, political decision takers etc.)
• Management of BU/FU demand, incl. identification and alignment of politically topics, budget, internal & external resources/FTE etc.
• Cooperate/network across all internal interfaces with respect to relevant projects, e.g. M&A, restructuring, trade issues, sanctions etc
• Regular alignment within Public Affairs, CC & Sustainability as well as with BU/Functions on overarching issues
• Manages external agencies/consultants directly
• Identifies and implements best practice ensuring compliance rules in Public Affairs
• Contributes as member of the CorpCom team in Mexico to ensure alignment
• Identifies and purposefully manage locally a Public Affairs relevant network
• Strengthens and shape Henkel's reputation with political/regulatory stakeholder groups in Mexico
• Responsible for all topics with a political/regulatory dimension & point of contact for Top Management & Operation Managers

What makes you a good fit

• Experience in industrial, chemical and or consumer business (8-10 years), preferably in an international environment in Mexico
• University degree such as MBA, master in Political Science, Chemical Engineering or similar
• Very good analytical and conceptual skills
• Proven track records to drive execution on strategic projects
• Empathetic team player who at the same time is able to work independently and within internal or external networks
• Fluency in English is a must
• Willingness to travel within relevant locations in Mexico

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Flexible Benefits
• Meal vouchers
• Savings fund
• Friday early finish

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.