Position description
LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 7.6 billion in 2021 and more than 13,000 employees in 33 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals and plastics. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good. In the United States, LANXESS employs more than 2,000 people at 25 locations in 11 states.
We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available!
Join our Team!
What we can offer you:
LANXESS is a young company with strong roots! We derive our strength from global presence, management excellence and most importantly our people! Our employees are the pillars of our success.
We offer exciting career opportunities regionally as well as internationally, educational assistance programs, competitive pay and benefits, language training programs, and many other personal and professional development programs that are a part of our vision and values that drive our ongoing success.
Job Highlights
- The Director of Governmental Affairs North America is responsible for the positioning of LANXESS and its business units towards elected officials at the federal, state and local level and key trade associations that help shape public policies and NGOs in this region.
- Initiation of an active dialogue in political and legislative processes; demonstrate how engagement with elected officials can lead to enhancement of new – or the modification of existing laws; pursue government funding opportunities in support of LANXESS’ business growth.
- Develop and foster relationships with federal, state and local officials in the (14) states where LANXESS operates to provide advice and counsel in support of LANXESS’ public policy objectives.
- Monitor and analyze state and federal legislation relevant to LANXESS; support of LANXESS business units in product defense (risks) and access to new markets (opportunities).
- Develop and implement strategies and tactics for outreach, advocacy and market positioning aimed at achieving a competitive advantage, while minimizing potential negative impacts of public policy decisions.
- Liaise with Group Functions (Production, Technology, Safety and Environment/Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Finance, Human Resources, etc.) and Communications/Political Relations in Germany (COM/POL) to ensure coordination and integration with the Company’s government affairs agenda.
- Lobby on behalf of the Company and/or effectively manage contract lobbyists; work with Legal Counsel to ensure associated filing and compliance reporting.
- Organization and implementation of political information events and workshops with political stakeholders at various LANXESS production sites and (R&D/office) locations.
- Participate (with Head of COM AMS) in the development of budgets for expenses related to government affairs, government relations, advocacy, trade associations and (state association) memberships.
- Develop and maintain a leadership position on behalf of the Company within the business government relations community and promote a positive corporate image among various stakeholder organizations at the state and federal level. Track, analyze and report on federal and state legislative activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration, Communications, Political Science, Law or other comparable degree.
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience with 5-10 years in government affairs.
- Experience and success working on a broad range of public policy issues (e.g., environment, climate, energy, chemicals).
- Knowledge of political, economic and social environment in the U.S. at both the federal and state level.
- Ability to positively represent the company's views and positions with external audiences, especially legislators and public policy makers.
- Excellent communications skills, collaborative, open, honest and respectful.
- Ability to travel as needed on behalf of LANXESS.
- This position is a hybrid role with time expected in the office several times per week each week.
- Ideal candidate should reside in Washington D.C. or Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
What we offer you:
- Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program.
- Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
- Work-Life & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
- Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
Diversity: LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.
LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.
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