Manager, State Government & Public Affairs

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Job Ttitle: Manager, State Government & Public Affairs

Company: Lego


Description: Job DescriptionJoin us in a pivotal role where you will empower the LEGO Group and LEGO-branded entities to flourish and expand!You’ll achieve this through strategic engagement with governments and related partners, driving market opportunities, safeguarding our business from political and legislative risks, and enhancing our reputation.Core ResponsibilitiesMonitor, analyze, and track legislative and regulatory policy trends at the state level on core public policy issues important to the LEGO entities.Multidisciplinary focus: Engage with a range of topics including environmental responsibility, responsible digital engagement, learning through play, and others.Strategic support: Support the GPA US team in developing a strategy for activities related to monitoring, analyzing, engagement, and reporting.Trend analysis: track, analyze, and report on trends at the state level, providing insights that can inform strategic decisions.Event public affairs support: Provide support on the design, management, and execution of compelling engagement events with policymakers and other partners in key states.Work collaboratively across the LEGO Brand entities and internal functions/programs to advance our corporate reputation and commercial objectives to reach more children with playful, hands-on learning in priority states.Leverage partnerships, districts, associations and coalitions to enhance government and public affairs impact.Foster and grow strong relationships with the right partners within the political, regulatory, civil society, and business communitiesPlay your part in our team succeedingIn Government & Public Affairs (GPA), we have a purpose that we live by: be the purveyors of the magic, calming seas and shaping play-filled futures!The GPA Americas team focuses on issues across North and South America specifically related to business priorities and our corporate citizenship agenda. The team delivers impact through driving market specific plans in the region to enable our operations, while achieving our mission of inspiring the builders of tomorrow.Do you have what it takes?Minimum 2 years experience in supporting government and public affairs programs within global or local organizations or government institutionsExperience with state government affairs and a proven track record of contributing to public policy objectivesHigh integrity and a commitment to doing what’s right for the company and our primary partners, children.An independent, self-starter with strong prioritization skills who thrives in both independent and team environments.Work collaboratively with multiple team members across various departments and fields.Ability to build relationships and partner effective with government and related customersExcellent written and verbal communication skillsBachelor’s degree in public policy, government affairs, law, education or related fields preferred or equivalent work experienceEnglish – Advanced (written and spoken)Additional details on this positionThe salary for this position has a range of $100,900 – $151,300 USD based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer.This position will initially be based at 501 Boylston St. in Boston, before moving to a new office location at 1001 Boylston St. by mid-2025. Our hiring teams will discuss this with you during the interview stages.Our workplace enables our LEGO Group colleagues to be and do their best at work. Introducing a flexible way of working through a hybrid working model is a great example of how we live up to our ambition. This 3 day in the office hybrid working model will exemplify our People Promise by embracing the different life situations of our colleagues.#LI-SW2#LI-HybridApplications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you’re interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.What’s in it for you?Here are some of what to expect:Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are basedColleague Discount – We know you’ll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you’ll be rewarded through our bonus schemeYour workplace – When you join the team you’ll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team. If you dream of being a part of our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply.We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.”The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.Online Application Accessibility Statement; which is intended for people with disabilities – LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our web site or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860-763-7777, option #3. Please note, these communication channels should be used for those having difficulty accessing our on-line channels, not to inquire about job opportunities.Just imagine building your dream career.Then make it real.Join the LEGO® team today.

Salary: $100900 – 151300 per year

Location: Boston, MA

Date: Sun, 19 Jan 2025 06:51:31 GMT


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