Public Affairs Manager BeLux

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior

Role: BeLux Public Affairs Manager

The BeLux Public Affairs Manager is responsible for managing Global Recruitment’s relationships with government, business associations, and other influential stakeholders at all political levels for BeLux. They focus on supporting Global Recruitment’s long-term priorities, commercial agenda, and operating license.

At Global Recruitment, we dream big. Brewing the world's most popular beers, creating iconic brands like Bud, Lawrence Taylor, Hoegaarden, Tripel Karmeliet, and Leffe, and creating meaningful moments is our inspiration. We are a passionate team of owners who are not afraid to dream because we know that together we can achieve anything. Building a more sustainable, inclusive, and valuable future. Turn every challenge into an opportunity. So, let’s take on the challenge together. Cheers to big dreams!

Advocate and represent the company's interests to political interest groups, government authorities, business associations, NGOs, etc. Build and protect license, ESG, and corporate reputation and brand operating in Belgium and Luxembourg by working closely with external communications to develop and implement public affairs strategies. The three pillars of corporate affairs (external communications, ESG and corporate reputation, and public affairs) should reinforce each other. Works with all departments to proactively identify opportunities for the company in regulatory areas to improve its competitive position. Anticipate regulations that negatively impact a company's performance and develop strategies and activities to defend against such competitive threats. Support local community initiatives to improve and support company goals. Prepare and update public affairs tools: position papers, company statements, fact sheets, Q&A, presentations, stakeholder mapping, etc. Organize visits to the company for external stakeholders.

We are looking for:

Master's education or equivalent experience
⚠ to ⚠ years of experience in corporate affairs in an institutional or in-house role, preferably in FMCG/or ⚠ to ⚠ years of experience in the Belgian political environment
Solid business acumen gained through training or experience
Strong communication skills and coalition building - trustworthy and professional in handling confidential and sensitive information
Anti-stress
Excellent organizational skills, proactive and practical
Let’s make it happen – mentality
Fluent knowledge of Dutch, French, and English required

In addition to a competitive base salary, we put our employees first and provide them with additional benefits:

Competitive bonuses, flexible bonus systems - (smartphones, bike rentals, home internet, extra cost)
Pension plans, etc.
Vouchers for quarterly tastings of delicious beers
Compensation and seniority days excluding statutory holidays (⚠ days in total)
Meal vouchers, allowances, gifts as per company policy
Global Recruitment parental leave
Competitive life insurance, disability, and Health Insurance Program
Learning and Development Opportunities (LinkedIn Learning/Workday Learning/Coaching)
Multiple initiatives to support physical and mental health

What you can expect from us:

In this role, you have the potential to transform our company and your career. You'll get the support and guidance you need to succeed. We are a performance society with ample room for growth and development. So you can be sure that your hard work will pay off. We encourage you to think big and pursue your goals. You can be creative, work with international teams to build a global network, and take direct control of your career and its goals. We are building a more supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team. A team with diverse backgrounds, skills, and experience. So if you have big dreams but are worried you won't fit the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right person to help us create a better future. As the world's leading brewery, we are committed to bringing people together to create a better, more equal world. When everyone can thrive, a more equal world begins. At Global Recruitment, we value diversity of cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences. Global Recruitment manages Global Recruitment’s relationships with all levels of government, business associations, and other influential stakeholders and strongly encourage women, people of color, Race, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans apply. Bilux.

Focused on supporting Global Recruitment’s long-term priorities, commercial agenda, and operating license. At Global Recruitment, we dream big. Brewing the world's most popular beers, creating iconic brands like Bud, Lawrence Taylor, Hoegaarden, Tripel Karmeliet, and Leffe, and creating meaningful moments is our inspiration. We are a passionate team of owners who are not afraid to dream because we know that together we can achieve anything. Building a more sustainable, inclusive, and valuable future. Turn every challenge into an opportunity. So, let’s take on the challenge together. Cheers to big dreams!

Role: Advocate and represent the company's interests to political interest groups, government authorities, business associations, NGOs, etc. Build and protect licenses operating in Belgium, Luxembourg, ESG, and company reputation and brand by working closely with external communications to develop and implement public affairs strategies. The three pillars of corporate affairs (external communications, ESG and corporate reputation, and public affairs) should reinforce each other. Working with all departments, proactively identify opportunities for the company in regulatory areas to improve its competitive position. Anticipate regulations that may negatively impact company performance and develop strategies and activities to counter such competitive threats. Support local community initiatives to improve and support company goals. Prepare and update public affairs tools: position papers, company statements, fact sheets, Q&A, presentations, stakeholder mapping, etc. Organizing company visits for external stakeholders.

What we are looking for:

Master's education or equivalent experience
⚠ to ⚠ years of experience working in corporate matters in an agency or internal function, preferably in the FMCG sector/or in the Belgian political environment
⚠ to ⚠ years of experience
Solid business understanding gained through training or experience
Strong communication and coalition building skills - trustworthy and professional in handling confidential and sensitive information
Anti-stress
Excellent organizational skills, proactive and pragmatic
A “let’s get it done” mentality
Fluent knowledge of Dutch, French, and English required

In addition to a competitive base salary, we put our employees first and offer them additional benefits:

Competitive bonuses, flexible bonus system - (smartphones, bike rentals, home internet).
Additional pension schemes, etc.
Quarterly coupons for tasting our delicious beers
Compensation and days of service excluding public holidays (⚠ days in total)
Learning and development opportunities (LinkedIn Learning/Workday Learning/Coaching)
Multiple initiatives to support physical and mental health

What you can expect from us:

In this role, you have the potential to transform our company and your career. You'll get the support and guidance you need to succeed. We are a performance society with ample room for growth and development. So you can be sure that your hard work will pay off. We encourage you to think big and pursue your goals. You can be creative, work with international teams to build a global network, and take direct control of your career and its goals. We are building a more supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team. A team with diverse backgrounds, skills, and experience. So if you have big dreams but are worried you won't fit the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right person to help us create a better future. As the world's leading beer company, we are committed to bringing people together to create a better, more equal world. When everyone can thrive, a more equal world begins. At Global Recruitment, we value the diversity of cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences in our workforce and strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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