Government Affairs Director

PepsiCo; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 132,000 - 262,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Long-term incentives

Paid time off

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

PepsiCo is looking for a seasoned policy and government affairs leader to oversee public policy across the Midwest region. You will develop and execute a multi-year strategy to protect growth and engage with governments, trade associations, and allied industries.

The role requires 10+ years in corporate affairs or related fields and a strong track record in stakeholder management, policy analysis, and strategic communications. Expect competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 10+ years in corporate affairs, government affairs, PR, CSR or communications.
• Strong understanding of public policy and regulatory landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and research emerging public policy issues affecting PepsiCo and Midwest operations.
• Identify regulatory business risks and align stakeholders to address threats.
• Provide external insight on policy matters impacting commercial strategy.
• Represent the company in external meetings with governments and industry groups.

Skills

Policy analysis

Regulatory affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science or related field

Job description

Overview

This role will manage key policy and regulatory issues across the Midwestern United States to protect and support PepsiCo's growth ambition. Position will develop, enhance, and execute against a strategic vision and multi-year strategy for PPGA within the Midwestern region in terms of public policy, regulations, government affairs and industry and trade relations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and research current and relevant emerging public policy issues concerning how PepsiCo should work with allied organizations and industries.
• Ensure early identification of regulatory business risks and align internal and external stakeholders to address the potential threats.
• Provide external insight into the company with respect to key policy and regulatory matters that affect the implementation of the commercial and business operations strategy.
• Represent the company in external meetings with governments, third parties, and various industry/trade associations.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $132,200 - $262,400.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 25% of annual salary paid out annuallyand an additional target payout of 10% of annual salary is paid out over 3 years following the end of the performance period.
• Long term incentive equity may be awarded based on eligibility and performance.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, International Affairs, Legal, Communications, Economics or related field or related experience.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in a corporate affairs, government affairs, PR, CSR or communications role.

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