Director Corporate Affairs, Mexico, Southern and Central America and Caribbean

Director Corporate Affairs, Mexico, South and Central America and Caribbean

We are looking for a Director Corporate Affairs, Mexico, South and Central America and Caribbean.

In this role you will drive the implementation of the Tetra Pak Public Affairs, Government and Stakeholder Relations strategy in a region where we have five Tetra Pak market companies (Mexico, Brazil, Andina, Southern Cone and Central America and Caribbean). 

The preferred location for this position is in Mexico City but we can consider other regional locations where we have Tetra Pak offices. 

What you will do

As a Director, Corporate Affairs for the region, you will develop and execute the Tetra Pak’s government and industry related advocacy strategy, acting as the key interface between Tetra Pak and governments, policy makers, industry and trade associations and external stakeholders. The role is responsible for positioning Tetra Pak as a trusted partners and advisor to policy makers and stakeholders to help shape policy and regulation that drives competitiveness in the food and beverage value chain as well as sustainable development. In this position you will also work very closely with the local country management teams to develop national strategies and vision. 

You will be responsible for regulatory preparedness for key policy areas that have business impact  as well as building and managing relationships with policy makers, government officials and agencies and key influencers representing businesses and civil society The role will also lead engagement with key stakeholders in context of climate finance as well as identify and manage opportunities for participation in industry coalitions, events and engagement in international business delegations.

You will report to the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer based in Switzerland and be part of a global Corporate Affairs Leadership Team. 

We believe you have

• Master’s degree in public policy, international affairs, law and/or similar preferred.
• Minimum fifteen years of experience in government affairs, corporate affairs or in a similar role in a multinational company or a public affairs firm
• Work experience from the food and beverage sector including packaging is desirable 
• Established policy and sustainability network and stakeholder relationships in the region and key countries highly desirable 
• Demonstrated strong understanding of the regional legislative and political environment and  state and federal government policy development processes
• The role requires the ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a complex environment where flexibility and influencing and relationship building skills are essential
• You are a critical thinker with a can do attitude and an outcome-focused management style
• Excellent written and oral communication skills (fluent English and Spanish. Portuguese a plus) and strong analytical and problem-solving capability