Head of Government Affairs & Advocacy (m/f/d) in Feldatal, Frankfurt am Main

Head of Government Affairs & Advocacy (m/f/d)Job ID: 41402 | Location: Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany or Pratteln, Canton of Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland | Work Model: HybridWe are looking for a highly experienced Head of Government Affairs & Advocacy (m/f/d) to lead our global public affairs strategy and represent the company at the intersection of policy, business, and sustainability.Reporting directly to the Chief Strategy & Technology Officer, this is a high-impact, externally facing role that partners closely with senior executives across the organization. You will shape policy positions, anticipate regulatory developments, and strengthen Clariant’s voice with key stakeholders globally.ResponsibilitiesStrategic advocacy & executive advisoryDefine and execute a global government affairs and advocacy strategy aligned with Clariant’s business and sustainability prioritiesDevelop policy positions and narratives, assessing complex regulatory topics on their impact on the company’s current business and strategyPrepare and support senior leaders (including CEO and CSTO) for high-level external engagements and policy dialoguesWork in close partnership with Strategy, Sustainability, Product Stewardship, Communications, and Business Units to drive alignmentRegulatory intelligence & policy insightAnticipate and interpret legislative and regulatory developments across key jurisdictions, in collaboration with local colleagues (EU, US, China, and other priority markets)Provide forward-looking insights on topics such as chemicals regulation, climate policy, circular economy, and industrial strategyMaintain structured approaches to track policy developments, engagement activities, and advocacy prioritiesExternal engagement & representationRepresent Clariant with policymakers, regulators, trade associations, and wider stakeholder groupsBuild and maintain a high-value network across government, industry, and NGOsSupport the positioning of Clariant and its leadership in key external forums and industry platformsEnsure compliance with applicable lobbying, transparency, and reporting requirementsRequirementsExperience10+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, regulatory strategy, or related areas preferably in the chemical industryDemonstrated experience contributing to or shaping policy outcomes in highly regulated, international environmentsUnderstanding of global regulatory landscapes and policy processes across major regionsExperience engaging with a broad range of stakeholders across policy and industry ecosystemsCapabilitiesStrong political and regulatory awareness, with the ability to interpret complex developmentsAbility to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and contribute to executive-level discussionsStrong influencing and stakeholder management skills in cross-functional environmentsAbility to translate complex policy topics into relevant business contextStrategic mindset combined with analytical thinking and sound judgementHigh level of professionalism, integrity, and credibilityEducationMaster’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Sustainability, or a related disciplineWhat defines success in this roleBuilding trusted relationships with senior leaders and external stakeholdersAnticipating and responding to regulatory developments in a proactive and structured wayEnabling alignment across diverse internal stakeholdersContributing to Clariant’s external positioning in key policy and industry discussionsDelivering meaningful outcomes through effective advocacy and engagementYour ContactWencke Leyens-WiedauTalent Acquisition Manager EMEAPhone: +49 (0)69/305-80667GermanyClariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.Learn more about ClariantFollow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X and YouTubeRead more about our commitment for people -download our Employment Standards BrochureWe at Clariant are aware of our responsibility. Our purpose »Greater chemistry – between people and planet« describes the role we can play in the world if we align our thinking and all future decisions with it. #J-18808-Ljbffr