Head of Public Affairs at Volvo CE

Volvo Construction Equipment; Eskilstuna kommun; On-site; SEK 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Volvo Construction Equipment seeks a strategic Head of Public Affairs to shape the external policy environment and translate political developments into business opportunities. You will advise senior leaders and represent Volvo CE in dialogues with policymakers and stakeholders.

Based in Eskilstuna, Sweden, the role requires coordinating with Volvo Group Public Affairs, driving external engagement, and fostering partnerships across Europe and globally while supporting long-term competitiveness.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Public Affairs in industry, government or related strategic function.
• Strong knowledge of Swedish and European political institutions, regulatory processes and decision-making.
• Proven ability to develop advocacy strategies and influence policy developments.
• Ability to connect political/regulatory developments to business strategy and opportunities.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills in English and Swedish.
• University degree as specified above.

Responsibilities

• Lead Volvo CE's Global Public Affairs agenda and advise senior leadership.
• Shape and execute Public Affairs strategy in coordination with Volvo Group Public Affairs.
• Monitor and interpret political, regulatory, economic and geopolitical developments.
• Develop evidence-based policy positions and advocacy plans.
• Build trusted partnerships with policymakers, industry bodies, NGOs and customers.
• Represent Volvo CE in industry forums and external engagements.

Skills

Public Affairs experience

Knowledge of Swedish/EU politics

Advocacy strategy development

Business/industrial understanding

Degree in political science/law/econom

English & Swedish fluency

Education

Relevant university degree (political science, law, economics, business, engineering)

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

Join us!

The construction equipment industry is undergoing a major transformation. Electrification, digitalization, sustainability ambitions, industrial policy and geopolitical developments are reshaping the conditions for our industry. At Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE), we are committed to driving this transformation and building the world we want to live in for our customers, employees and society.

We are looking for an experienced and business-oriented Head of Public Affairs to shape the external policy environment, strengthen strategic partnerships and translate political and regulatory developments into business opportunities.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of business strategy, technology, geopolitics and public policy in one of the world's leading industrial companies. You will advise senior executives on developments shaping our industry, represent Volvo CE in influential external arenas and help define the conditions for future competitiveness and sustainable growth.

What You Will Do

As Head of Public Affairs, you will lead Volvo CE's Global Public Affairs agenda, serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership and represent the company in dialogues with policymakers, regulators and other key stakeholders.

Working closely with Volvo Group Public Affairs and colleagues across Volvo CE, you will ensure that our business priorities are reflected in relevant policy discussions and advocacy initiatives.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

Shape and execute our Public Affairs agenda: Develop and implement Volvo CE's Public Affairs strategy in close coordination with Volvo Group Public Affairs, aligned with business priorities and long-term competitiveness.

Anticipate, interpret and influence external developments: Monitor, analyze and influence political, regulatory, economic and geopolitical developments across Swedish, European and international arenas. Translate insights from policy, industry trends, research and broader societal developments into business opportunities and strategic guidance.

Advise senior leadership: Provide actionable insights on political, regulatory and geopolitical developments, supporting business strategy and executive stakeholder engagement.

Lead strategic advocacy: Develop evidence-based policy positions, advocacy plans and key messages in close collaboration with strategy, technology, sustainability, communications, legal and commercial functions.

Build trusted partnerships: Develop and maintain relationships with policymakers, government authorities, industry associations, NGOs, think tanks and customers, positioning Volvo CE as a trusted and constructive partner in the transition towards more sustainable and productive solutions.

Drive external engagement: Represent Volvo CE in industry forums, policy discussions, executive roundtables and strategic external engagements, acting as a trusted ambassador for the company among influential stakeholders in Sweden, Europe and globally.

Strengthen Group-wide collaboration: Coordinate Volvo CE's contributions to Volvo Group Public Affairs initiatives and policy positions, ensuring alignment with Group priorities while advancing the interests of the construction equipment business.

Who are you?

You are a strategic, proactive and results-oriented professional who combines political understanding with sound business judgment.

You build trust and credibility with senior stakeholders, communicate complex issues clearly and drive results through collaboration and influence rather than formal authority.

You are comfortable working independently in an international environment, balancing long-term strategic objectives with effective execution.

You have a genuine interest in understanding the forces shaping society, business and industry, and enjoy staying ahead of developments through policy analysis, research, global trends and geopolitical developments.

Above all, you are motivated by the opportunity to contribute to Volvo CE's competitiveness and the transformation of the construction equipment industry.

We are looking for an experienced Public Affairs professional with strong political judgment, business acumen and a proven ability to influence policy outcomes.

To be successful in this role, we believe you bring:

• Significant relevant experience, ideally in Public Affairs, government relations, regulatory affairs or a related strategic function, gained in industry, government or relevant organizations.
• Strong knowledge of Swedish and European political institutions, regulatory frameworks and decision-making processes, with an international perspective.
• Proven experience in developing advocacy strategies, influencing policy developments and advising senior executives.
• Solid business and industrial understanding, with the ability to connect political and regulatory developments to business strategy and commercial opportunities.
• A relevant university degree in political science, law, economics, business administration, engineering or a related field.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills, with fluency in English & Swedish.

Additional Merits Include

• Experience from construction equipment, automotive, transport, energy or other industrial sectors.
• Established networks within relevant political institutions, government agencies and industry organizations.
• Experience working with EU industrial, climate, trade or competitiveness policies.

What’s in it for you?

At Volvo CE, you will help shape the conditions for sustainable construction, technological innovation and long-term industrial competitiveness.

You will work closely with senior leaders and experts across Volvo CE and Volvo Group, while engaging with influential stakeholders in Sweden, Europe and internationally.

The position is based in Eskilstuna, Sweden, involves extensive international travel and has no direct reports.

Join us in building the world we want to live in and shaping the future of construction.

Ready for the next move?

Last application date: 17th of November

Location: You will be based at Volvo CE HQ in Eskilstuna with possibility to work from our Stockholm office a couple of days a week.

Travel: Frequent International Travel

As part of the recruitment process, a background check as well as alcohol and drug testing may be conducted. You will be informed if applicable.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who We Are And What We Believe In

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

Part of Volvo Group, Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by our purpose to build the world we want to live in. Together we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world. By unleashing everyone’s full potential, we build a more sustainable future for all our stakeholders. Come join our team and help us build a better tomorrow.