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Public Affairs Advisor

1 month ago

Houston, United States Grundfos Full time

Would you like to work in a purpose-oriented organization, where you will have an integral part in championing our mission to garner attention from political stakeholders and influential organizations. Our purpose is to pioneer solutions to the worlds water and climate challenges and improve the life for people – and we want to strengthen our impact in the US. Our commitment is to become a trusted and relevant partner for decision-makers in the US, contributing to a more sustainable future. As a Public Affairs Advisor, you will be responsible for creating a lasting and profound impact in the years to come. 
 
What is the Job About?
As the Public Affairs Advisor in the United States will be responsible for supporting the US-based public affairs efforts in close cooperation with the Head of External Affairs in the USA to position Grundfos as a valued contributor to solving water and climate challenges. The role includes mapping, assessing, and influencing relevant standards and legislation via engagement with relevant stakeholders to build a positive position for Grundfos. Ultimately, to support establishing Grundfos as a trusted partner and advisor for political stakeholders on water and climate issues in the United States. Candidates will work on a hybrid schedule out of the Brookshire, TX office (Houston area) 

 

Your main responsibilities:  
Support in developing policy positions and other political content for Grundfos across our business units, to make sure the team has the right tools to do External Relations activities.
Create a process to develop External plans across our selected regions and ensure they are aligned to divisional priorities in close collaboration with the Head of Public Affairs and senior business leaders to make sure our activities advance business including value-at-stake assessment.
Prepare Management for engagement with public and institutional stakeholders. This will further enable a well-prepared and streamlined Grundfos representation at key public meetings, events and platforms.
Personal engagement with political stakeholders to position Grundfos and influence regulation to shape market conditions.


Your background
We imagine that you have:   

  • A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in social sciences, political science, engineering or business required.
  • A public affairs professional, preferably with 4+ years of experience in public affairs in the US.
  • Comprehensive market and business development understanding.
  • Experience in management support-prior experience in engagement and support of management in national and international political forums and initiatives
  • Project management skills
  • Experience with Creating position papers, consultation responses, opinion pieces, speeches (typically in cooperation with communication colleagues)
  • Knowledge and past exposure about the water, industry and building sector preferred.
  • A willingness to travel up to 30% if necessary. As a result, candidates should be able to maintain valid identification.

 

Please note that qualified candidate must have the authorization to work in the USA , without support from Grundfos, now and in the future.

 

What’s in it for you?

You’ll be an invaluable part of our global leadership team, a diverse network of pioneers guiding others in seeing possibilities, not problems. You’ll be instrumental in spreading our optimistic, can-do attitude to advance global innovation and a clear sense of purpose, embodying our six core values, guiding our colleagues in living them day by day, and making a difference in global projects. We support you in navigating your own career and development path, offering you tools to hone your leadership craft, both within your field and to broaden your interest or expertise in areas such as diversity & inclusion, coaching and culture. 
  In addition, your day-to-day benefits include: 

  • Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly. 
  • If you’ll be working from your home office, we’ll make sure you are well equipped with a workstation. However, you are always welcome to our offices where you can engage, learn, and have fun with colleagues.  
  • On the top of it, flexible working hours and up to 20 paid vacation days. Vacation hours are accrued on a prorated basis, based on your hire date within the calendar year.
  • Annual bonuses, parental support, internal well-being consultants and programs.
  • Competitive medical insurance rates medical, dental, and vision plans; and a 401(k)-match program.
  • Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development. 

 
Do you want to learn more?  

If this job sounds interesting, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking “Apply”.  
 
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We look forward to hearing from you.   

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