Head of Federal Government Relations - Brasilia/DF

# Job - Head of Federal Government Relations - Brasilia/DFGoiásPosted 21 hours agoFull timeJR1126702Applyshare job postWatchHelp transform our business as we take our brands to new heights and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world. Join us for career defining opportunities that give you the chance to thrive.## Job Description**About us**With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. From global icons like Johnnie Walker, Guinness and Tanqueray to Smirnoff and Don Julio, we create brands consumers love. Bring your passion and use your curiosity as you explore, collaborate and innovate. Together with passionate people from all over the world, you’ll test new ideas, learn and grow, and unlock a brighter, more exciting future.Join us to create a career worth celebrating.**About the Function:**Corporate Relations (CR) is where we shape how the world sees Diageo, and how we show up in it.Working at the intersection of business and society, this team builds trusted relationships with the people and organisations that matter most, from media and investors to governments, NGOs and partners. It’s fast-paced, high-impact work that protects our reputation while helping move our business forward.Across communications, policy and ESG, you’ll collaborate globally, navigate complex challenges and play a key role in earning and maintaining our licence to operate. It’s a space for people who are curious, credible, and confident in making their voice heard.**About the role:**The Head of Government Relations – Brazil is responsible for leading Diageo’s federal government relations strategy and stakeholder engagement agenda, protecting and advancing the company’s license to operate.Based in Brasília, the role serves as Diageo’s primary representative with government stakeholders and policymakers, leading advocacy efforts on taxation, trade, market regulation, illicit alcohol and other policy issues relevant to the business and the beverage alcohol sector.The role is responsible for shaping and executing public policy strategies, building high-impact relationships with key decision-makers, identifying risks and opportunities arising from legislative and regulatory developments, and influencing outcomes that support sustainable business growth.Working closely with its peers, the Head of Government Relations acts as a strategic advisor to business leadership on political, regulatory and stakeholder developments that may impact the company’s operations and reputation.## **Key Accountabilities**### **1. Federal Government Relations Strategy & Advocacy**Develop and execute Diageo’s federal government relations strategy in Brazil, ensuring alignment with business priorities and Corporate Relations objectives. Lead advocacy efforts on key public policy issues including taxation, trade, market regulation, illicit alcohol and sustainability-related topics.### **2. Government Stakeholder Engagement**Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior government officials, policymakers, legislators, regulators and other public sector stakeholders at federal level. Position Diageo as a credible and constructive partner in policy discussions relevant to the industry.### **3. Public Policy Monitoring & Risk Management**Monitor and assess political, legislative, regulatory and fiscal developments that may impact the business. Anticipate risks and opportunities and provide strategic recommendations to business leaders and Corporate Relations leadership.### **4. Strategic Business Partnership**Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders by providing insights into public policy developments, stakeholder expectations and emerging external trends. Ensure government relations priorities are integrated into business planning and contribute to sustainable growth objectives.## **Key Competencies**### **1. Strategic Influence & Advocacy**Ability to shape policy outcomes through effective stakeholder engagement, negotiation, coalition building and advocacy strategies.### **2. Political Acumen & Stakeholder Management**Strong understanding of governmental decision-making processes and ability to build trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders in complex environments.### **3. Business Partnership & Enterprise Leadership**Ability to connect external affairs priorities with commercial objectives and provide strategic counsel that supports long-term business performance.## **Qualifications and Experience Required*** Bachelor’s degree in Law, Economics, Business Administration, International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy or related fields.* Postgraduate qualification, MBA or advanced degree preferred.* Minimum of 10 years of experience in Government Relations, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Institutional Relations or related disciplines.* Strong experience leading advocacy initiatives involving taxation, fiscal policy, regulatory affairs and trade-related issues.* Proven track record engaging senior government officials, legislators, regulatory agencies and industry associations.* Deep understanding of the Brazilian political, legislative and regulatory environment.* Experience developing and executing complex advocacy campaigns and stakeholder engagement strategies.* Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills.* Strong project management and stakeholder management capabilities.* Knowledge of the beverage alcohol industry is desirable.* Fluent English required.* Willingness to travel as required.## **Key Success Measures*** Delivery of advocacy objectives across priority Public Policy, Tax & Trade issues.* Strength and quality of relationships with key government stakeholders.* Effective anticipation and management of regulatory and fiscal risks.* Positive contribution to policy outcomes that support Diageo’s business objectives.* Leadership and influence within industry associations and external coalitions.* Strong partnership with Corporate Relations, Legal, Tax and Commercial teams.* Contribution to Diageo’s long-term license to operate and business growth agenda.**Experience / skills required:**Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you, so that you’resupported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.We recognize and value performance, offering our people a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package including:Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more.Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to new heights and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you.If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you capture this information when you submit your application.**Recruitment Scam Warning**Protecting candidates is very important to us. All communications regarding your application will come from an email address ending in @diageo.com. In our recruitment process, we'll never ask for money.With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 29,000 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers – the brands we’re building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world.Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on. Join us, and you’ll collaborate with talented thinkers, leaders, and makers from all corners of the world. Together, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of.With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people's unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you’ll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we’ll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential.What's your DRINKiQ? Take our quiz to understand how alcohol is made and explore the effects of drinking. You can discover everything you need to know at DRINKiQ.Sign-up for job alertsSigning up for job alerts means you’ll be the first to hear about new jobs – they'll be sent direct to your inbox.Sign up**Employee:** Regular**Primary Location:**Goiás**Job posting start date:**11th June 2026Apply #J-18808-Ljbffr