LATAM Government Relations Lead - Energy Policy

Hitachi Energy; Chihuahua; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a senior regional government relations professional to shape public policy and regulatory strategy across LATAM. You will lead regional strategies, engage with governments and regulators, and influence decisions affecting energy infrastructure and sustainable transition.

You will collaborate with legal, communications, and business teams, growing leadership scope across multiple countries while ensuring compliance with laws and internal guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Law, Political Science, or related fields.
• Minimum 9 years of experience in government relations or public affairs.
• Proven experience working with regulators and public institutions in LATAM.
• Experience in multinational or regulated industries such as energy or infrastructure.
• Strong leadership experience across multiple countries.
• Fluent English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional government relations and public affairs strategies in LATAM.
• Represent the company in high-level meetings with governments and regulators.
• Monitor and analyze regulatory and policy developments across the region.
• Develop position papers, briefings, and scenario analyses for leadership.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with institutions and industry associations.
• Support strategic projects involving permits, incentives, and public consultations.
• Ensure full compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Provide guidance during sensitive or crisis situations involving authorities
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Government relations

Policy analysis

Stakeholder management

Regulatory affairs

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Public Administration / Law / Political Science degree

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking a senior regional government relations professional to shape public policy and regulatory strategy across LATAM. You will lead regional strategies, engage with governments and regulators, and influence decisions affecting energy infrastructure and sustainable transition.

You will collaborate with legal, communications, and business teams, growing leadership scope across multiple countries while ensuring compliance with laws and internal guidelines.