Offer summary

Qualifications:

Minimum 8+ years of experience in public affairs and policy development in government or corporate settings., Proven track record in stakeholder engagement and relationship building with senior leaders., Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into policy recommendations., Experience in digital identity, data privacy, and navigating regulatory environments is a plus..

Key responsibilities:

Lead the development and implementation of governmental affairs policy and strategy across Southern Europe.

Cultivate relationships with government officials to advocate for digital identity solutions.

Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to align advocacy efforts with corporate objectives.

Keep senior executives informed about the political and policy landscape affecting the organization.

Job description

About the Company:

World is a network of real humans, built on privacy-preserving proof-of-human technology, and powered by a globally inclusive financial network that enables the free flow of digital assets for all. It is built to connect, empower, and be owned by everyone.

About the Opportunity:

The Senior Manager of Government Relations & Policy, Southern Europe, will be an essential member of the Tools for Humanity team, ensuring our public policy strategy aligns with our mission. The ideal candidate will lead policy across Southern Europe, collaborating with colleagues, stakeholders and external consultants to drive growth and innovation.

Report directly into the Chief Policy Officer.
Ensure integrity and uphold Tools for Humanity's corporate values and adherence to laws, regulations, and compliance principles.
Develop, lead and implement innovative and industry-leading governmental affairs policy, strategy and activities to support the objectives of Tools for Humanity in key markets including Italy, Spain, France and Portugal.
Cultivate relationships with government officials to advocate for the responsible use of digital identity solutions.
- Oversee government and consultancy relationships, integrating seamlessly with Tools for Humanity's internal teams.
- Engage with digital trade associations, tech industry partners, non-profit groups, and other allies to champion Tools for Humanity's policy positions.
- Identify legislative issues of importance to Tools for Humanity
Prioritize advocacy needs in coordination closely with Legal, Communications, and other internal teams.
Collaborate on developing relevant policy positions, stakeholder mapping, and advocacy action plans related to Tools for Humanity’s work.
Support country-level advocacy strategies, driving initiatives, and ensuring operations align efficiently with various functions.
Keep senior executives informed about the political and policy landscape.

About You:

Proven track record in Public Affairs and the development of Public Policy positions in the region.
Minimum 8+ years of experience in policy setting environments in government, corporations, consultancies, or digital trade associations.
Possess experience in stakeholder identification, outreach, and engagement
Strong commercial awareness, resilience, cultural understanding and diplomacy.
Great relationship building skills, with an ability to confidently interact with senior leaders across regions.
Ability to advocate externally and articulate impacts of digital policies internally; strong skills in translating complex digital concepts into tangible policy recommendations.
Pragmatic decision maker who confidently responds in times of ambiguity, urgency, and high-stakes.
Confident in fast-paced digital environments, with ability to manage and execute multiple policy initiatives, fostering collaboration across diverse teams.
Strong ability to manage very diverse stakeholders, strategies and projects simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Stellar judgment

Nice to have (or excited to learn):

Deep understanding of digital identity, data privacy, and associated policies.
Track record of driving compliant projects in complex regulatory environments.
Established relationships with government officials and digital policy stakeholders.
Knowledge of public affairs, media landscapes, and digital/social media strategies across various geographies.

The reasonably estimated salary for this role at TFH in Munich ranges from €125,500 - €155,000, plus a competitive long term incentive package, and may include variable compensation. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

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