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Public Affairs Manager

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As a Public Affairs Manager at Alfa Laval in Richmond, VA, you will organize and drive external engagement, building relationships with industry associations, community partners, and regulatory bodies. This hybrid role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in public relations or external affairs.

Ansvarsområden

  • Organize and drive Alfa Laval’s external engagement and outreach agenda.
  • Engage with key stakeholders across industry associations, national organizations, community partners, and industry advocacy groups.
  • Monitor legislative and regulatory developments to create timely analysis, recommendations, and prioritization.
  • Build and maintain relationships with trade associations, interest groups, economic development professionals, and regulatory bodies.
  • Facilitate Alfa Laval’s participation in industry forums, coalitions, and working groups.
  • Engage with national and regional industry groups/trade associations around economic and workforce development, sustainability, and industry development.
  • Partner with external groups to support industry initiatives, thought leadership efforts, and collaborative campaigns.
  • Collaborate and influence stakeholders across divisions and executive functions.
  • Identify opportunities for partnerships, storytelling, and external engagement.
  • Initiate and lead collaboration with other excellence areas to ensure consistent positioning and messaging.

Krav

  • Bachelor’s degree in Public Affairs, Political Science, Public Relations, Journalism, Communication, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of professional working experience in public relations, external affairs, corporate communications, or related experience.
  • Demonstrated experience of building relationships with industry groups, economic development, and community organizations.
  • Experience shaping and supporting advocacy agendas, campaigns, coalition efforts, or third-party engagement initiatives as an SME.
  • Experience in monitoring legislation and industry developments, building summaries and reports to communicate insights.
  • Skilled in organizing and executing events, speaking opportunities, and external-facing initiatives.
  • Strong leader with the ability to develop strategy, coordinate tasks, and influence members of the organization to complete strategic plans.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to develop clear, persuasive messaging for diverse audiences.
  • High level of strategic thinking, with ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently.
  • Creative, forward-thinking self-starter with attention to detail.
  • Highly organized with excellent time management skills.

Förmåner

  • Competitive salary
  • Full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life
  • 401(k) plan
  • Total compensation package considered based on market indicators, job family, background, skills, and experience.
  • Inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences.
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Företag

Alfa Laval

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för 1 vecka sedan

Anställningstyp

Heltid

Arbetsform

Hybrid

Erfarenhetsnivå

Mellannivå

Platser

Richmond, United States

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