Manager Government & Airport Relations Spain (m/f/d)

HiSERV; Paracuellos de Jarama; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment

International environment

Autonomy

Job summary

HiSERV is seeking a Manager Government & Airport Relations Spain (m/f/d) based in Madrid, Barcelona, or Palma de Mallorca. You will strengthen HiSERV's network with AENA, government bodies, and key aviation stakeholders.

You will serve as a trusted advisor and represent HiSERV in high-level meetings to support market growth across Spain. Your role requires fluency in Spanish and English and a strong network in the aviation sector.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage relationships with airports, government bodies, and industry groups.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills with executive presence.
• Deep understanding of the Spanish aviation landscape and regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and expand relationships with AENA, governmental institutions, and aviation stakeholders.
• Engage with labor unions and employee representatives.
• Act as strategic advisor and ambassador for HiSERV in Spain.
• Identify regulatory and stakeholder risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Represent HiSERV in high-level meetings and negotiations.
• Enhance HiSERV’s reputation as a long-term partner for airports and aviation bodies.
• Monitor regulatory developments and stakeholder trends affecting operations.
• Support market expansion through targeted relationship management and influence.
• Collaborate with Country Management, Operations, Legal, Compliance, and Corporate Leadership.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Public affairs

Aviation industry knowledge

Executive presence

Job description

Since 2017, HiSERV has been transforming the Ground Support Equipment (GSE) market through outstanding quality, exceptional flexibility, and fair, transparent pricing. We manage and provide our customers with a young and modern fleet designed to meet the diverse requirements of the aviation industry. Through short-term rental, pay-per-use models, and real-time tracking, we deliver tailored solutions to airlines, ground handling companies, and airports across Europe. By leveraging innovative digital technologies, we provide reliable data that helps our customers optimize equipment utilization and operational costs. In addition, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of services including consulting, maintenance, fleet management, training, and other value-added services.

To support our continued growth in Spain, we are looking for a:

Manager Government & Airport Relations Spain (m/f/d)

Based in Madrid, Barcelona, or Palma de Mallorca, you will strengthen and expand HiSERV's network within the Spanish aviation sector. Acting as a trusted advisor and relationship builder, you will engage with airports, government authorities, industry bodies, and labor representatives to support business growth, market access, and stakeholder alignment. You will serve as a key link between local stakeholder dynamics and HiSERV's international business objectives.

Your Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and further develop strong relationships with AENA, governmental institutions, and key aviation stakeholders
• Establish and nurture trusted connections with labor unions and employee representative organizations
• Act as a strategic advisor and ambassador for HiSERV within the Spanish aviation ecosystem
• Identify political, regulatory, and stakeholder-related risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies
• Represent the company in high-level meetings, negotiations, and industry discussions
• Strengthen HiSERV's reputation as a reliable long-term partner for airports and aviation organizations
• Monitor regulatory developments and stakeholder trends that may impact business operations
• Support market expansion initiatives through targeted relationship management and influence
• Collaborate closely with Country Management, Operations, Legal, Compliance, and Corporate Leadership teams

Your Profile

• Strong Spanish background with an in-depth understanding of the local aviation landscape
• Proven network within the Spanish aviation industry, particularly with AENA and relevant stakeholder groups
• Several years of experience in Government Relations, Public Affairs, Aviation Management, or a comparable field
• Demonstrated success in stakeholder management and high-level relationship building
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills with an executive presence
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and informal decision-making structures
• Excellent strategic thinking and political awareness
• Fluent Spanish and English language skills, both written and spoken
• Valid driver's license

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to shape HiSERV's strategic positioning in the Spanish market
• Direct exposure to senior decision-makers across the aviation industry
• A highly autonomous role with significant influence on business success
• An international and entrepreneurial working environment
• Flat hierarchies and fast decision-making processes
• Attractive development and career opportunities within a growing European company
• Permanent employment with a stable and expanding organization
• The chance to play an active role in the future of aviation services across Spain and Europe