Government Relations Manager

Plexus Worldwide•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

The Government Relations Manager develops and executes strategies to strengthen Plexus’ reputation, advance stakeholder relationships, and support the company’s ability to operate and grow globally. The role aligns business priorities with public perception through government relations, public policy, reputation management, industry advocacy, and community engagement. It builds relationships with policymakers, regulators, key opinion leaders, trade associations, and community stakeholders, while partnering across Plexus to identify external risks and opportunities. The role offers the opportunity to help shape and grow the Corporate Affairs function as Plexus expands globally, with exposure to senior leadership, government and industry stakeholders, international expansion, and issues that affect the company’s reputation and growth. It aims to increase awareness and strengthen Plexus’ reputation among priority stakeholders, build influential relationships, address emerging policy issues proactively, support international expansion, and increase internal understanding of Corporate Affairs’ value to the business.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Political Science, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in Government Affairs, Public Affairs, Corporate Affairs, Crisis Communications, or Corporate Communications.
Demonstrated understanding of government relations, public policy, advocacy, and reputation management.
Strong strategic thinking, writing, analytical, and executive communication skills.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, and presence to build credibility with external stakeholders.
Ability to influence cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Highly personable and adaptable, and comfortable representing the company externally.
High ethical standards, sound judgment, discretion, and integrity.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Direct selling industry experience at the corporate level.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute government relations strategies aligned with business priorities at local, state, federal, and international levels.
Build relationships with policymakers, regulators, trade associations, and other stakeholders to advance business objectives and mitigate risk.
Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments and recommend company positions and actions.
Represent Plexus with select government, industry, and external organizations.
Build relationships with key opinion leaders and influential stakeholders to strengthen understanding of Plexus and the direct selling business model.
Advance policies that protect independent entrepreneurship, consumer access, and Plexus’ ability to operate and grow.
Identify emerging reputational, political, regulatory, and stakeholder issues and develop proactive response strategies.
Prepare executive briefing materials, talking points, position papers, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
Support Corporate Affairs and government relations strategies for international market expansion.
Partner across the business to assess political, regulatory, and stakeholder environments in priority markets.
Develop relationships with local governments, trade organizations, and other stakeholders to support market entry and ongoing operations.
Partner with Legal, Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, Communications, Marketing, Sales, and other functions to coordinate responses to external issues.
Support Corporate Social Responsibility and community engagement initiatives that strengthen Plexus’ reputation and stakeholder relationships.
Provide leadership with external intelligence, stakeholder insights, and recommendations on emerging risks and opportunities.
Track the effectiveness and impact of Corporate Affairs initiatives and stakeholder engagement.
Support occasional business needs outside standard working hours.