Government Relions Manager

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Our client has an exciting senior role with national presence.

The Government Relations Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for managing the firm's government relations and stakeholder engagement.

The role requires a skilled communicator, adept at navigating complex issues and building relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, unions and the broader community.

Location: Ideally this role will be placed in Melbourne. Interstate travel is likely to be required from time-to-time.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

Develop and execute the government relations strategy in alignment with organisational goals.

Provide counsel to the CEO, executive leaders, senior leaders, and other departments on government relations and stakeholder considerations.

Government Relations & Advocacy:

Cultivate and maintain relationships with government, industry bodies, and regulatory agencies.

Advocate in relevant policy and regulatory matters.

Monitor and analyse relevant political, regulatory, and public policy trends.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Build and manage relationships with key external stakeholders.

Lead corporate social responsibility initiatives and community engagement efforts.

Ensure effective internal communications within the organisation, fostering a culture of transparency and alignment.

Issues Management:

Contribute to the development and implementation of communication plans.

Contribute to the response to relevant reputational or regulatory challenges, ensuring swift and strategic action.

Serve as a key advisor to the leadership team during critical moments.

Skills, Competencies, Qualifications and Experience:

Education / Qualifications / Memberships:

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, Business, or a related field (Essential)

Experience:

Minimum 10 years experience in government relations, government operations, politics, industrial relations or a similar field.

Proven experience in government relations at a senior level.

Strong understanding of public policy, regulatory environments, and government affairs.

Extensive experience working with senior executives, media, and government stakeholders.

Skills and competencies:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strategic thinker with the ability to manage multiple, complex initiatives.

Strong leadership and team management potential.

Ability to navigate and influence across various organizational levels and external stakeholders.

High level of integrity, with a commitment to ethical communications and transparency.

You will also be:

Proactive: A self-starter who takes initiative and anticipates potential challenges.

Resilient: Able to thrive under pressure, especially in high-stakes situations.

Influential: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Adaptable: Capable of adjusting quickly to changing environments and priorities.

Applications Close: Friday 5 September 2025

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