Public & Government Affairs Director for Guangdong

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Job Group

Government Affairs & Public Policy

Job Role Description

Oversees ExxonMobil's government affairs efforts within their resident country, manages a small team of government affairs professionals. This role requires exceptional political and business acumen specific to the country, with a strong emphasis on effective communication and leadership skills. The manager will provide strategic direction, manage complex legislative and regulatory issues, and build influential relationships with key stakeholders

Job Role Responsibilities

- Manage and mentor a small team of government affairs professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment
- Lead the monitoring and analysis of legislative and regulatory developments within [Specify Country], providing strategic insights to senior management
- Develop and implement integrated advocacy strategies to shape government policy in alignment with ExxonMobil's strategic objectives
- Establish and maintain influential relationships with senior government officials, industry leaders, and other key stakeholders to advance ExxonMobil's positions on critical issues
- Embody the principles of the Expectations of Leaders framework, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Collaborate with senior leaders across the organization to integrate government affairs strategies with business objectives and ensure cohesive policy advocacy
- Represent ExxonMobil in meetings with government bodies, policymakers, and external organizations, effectively advocating for the company's interests
- Prepare and deliver comprehensive briefings, presentations, and proposals to senior internal and external stakeholders on complex government affairs issues
- Ensure all activities adhere to the highest standards of legal and ethical compliance, maintaining transparency and integrity in all interactions

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