Head of Federal Government Relations - Brasilia/DF
On-site · Brasília, Federal District, Brazil
Job Summary
Head of Government Relations – Brazil leads the federal government relations strategy and stakeholder engagement for Diageo in Brazil. Based in Brasília, the role serves as the primary representative with government stakeholders and policymakers, leading advocacy on taxation, trade, market regulation, illicit alcohol and other policy issues relevant to the beverage alcohol sector. Responsibilities include shaping and executing public policy strategies, building high-impact relationships with decision-makers, monitoring political and regulatory developments, identifying risks and opportunities, and aligning government relations priorities with business planning. Key competencies include strategic influence and advocacy, political acumen and stakeholder management, and the ability to partner with cross-functional teams to support long-term business performance.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Economics, Business Administration, International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy or related fields
- Postgraduate qualification, MBA or advanced degree preferred
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in Government Relations, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Institutional Relations or related disciplines
- Strong experience leading advocacy initiatives involving taxation, fiscal policy, regulatory affairs and trade-related issues
- Proven track record engaging senior government officials, legislators, regulatory agencies and industry associations
- Deep understanding of the Brazilian political, legislative and regulatory environment
- Experience developing and executing complex advocacy campaigns and stakeholder engagement strategies
- Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills
- Strong project management and stakeholder management capabilities
- Knowledge of the beverage alcohol industry is desirable
- Fluent English required
- Willingness to travel as required
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