Public/Government Affairs Director

Estee Lauder•New York, NY

55d•$170,000 - $200,000

About The Position

The Global Public Affairs function enables The Estée Lauder Companies to understand, anticipate, and manage the global political environment in which it does business. In partnership with internal colleagues and consultants, the Global Public Affairs team works to build relationships with key external stakeholders (i.e., governments, regulators, NGO's, communities and trade associations), and develop strategies to leverage business opportunities, mitigate risk, and advance the interests of the company. The Global Public Affairs team is committed to ensuring that The Estée Lauder Companies maintains its position as the leader in prestige beauty. The Director, Global Public Affairs will partner with the Executive Director, Global Public Affairs to develop and execute the United States Public Affairs strategy with a focus on state and local governments to advance The Estée Lauder Companies' position and business interests in the North America region. This role will provide counsel and share relevant insights to inform the development of U.S. state and local public policy, corporate policy and business strategies. The ideal candidate is an entrepreneurial self-starter who can lead initiatives with both substance expertise and project management skills. This role requires understanding of the political, social, and economic landscape of the region.

Requirements

8+ years of public relations, public affairs, or communications experience, preferably in a multi-branded consumer goods company or other industry with high-profile consumer brand and/or government.
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in public relations, political science, international affairs or communications strongly preferred.
Strong communicator with the ability to effectively convey technical information.
Strategic, independent, self-starter and a team player attitude.
Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills.
Strong knowledge of local and state (NY and/or CA is preferred) public policy, legislative, and regulatory processes and environments
Fluent in both written and conversational English required
Highly analytical, can synthesize information and offer recommendations/solutions.
Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong track record in managing multiple processes and projects through collaborative relationships.
Excellent writing skills and an ability to produce summaries and briefing memos on quick deadlines.
Ability to demonstrate professional maturity in challenging situations/dynamics.

Responsibilities

Monitor policy trends and developments in the United States, with a focus on state and local governments, that are relevant to The Estée Lauder Companies' business priorities and operations.
Represent The Estée Lauder Companies with institutional and other external stakeholders.
Lead and/or contribute industry discussions and positions in trade associations in which The Estée Lauder Companies is involved.
Lead analysis and assessment of potential implications of upcoming U.S. state and local legislation or policy to identify risks and opportunities to inform the company's position and actions.
Proactively inform Senior Management and other department or function leaders of the impact of relevant policy actions and decisions.
Provide subject matter expertise to internal colleagues in legal, regulatory, communications, citizenship & sustainability, supply chain and R&D.
Oversee consultant and lobbyist relationships to ensure deliverables are effectively met within agreed upon timeframe and budget.