Government Affairs Manager

We are seeking a Government Affairs Manager to join our team in Brazil! You will lead our Public Affairs & Government Relations department, with a strong focus on institutional relations, stakeholder engagement, public policy monitoring, and strategic advocacy to support our business objectives. You will help us strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, anticipate regulatory and legislative changes, and develop action plans to protect and advance the company's interests.

This is a high-visibility role with significant exposure to senior leadership, external institutions, and industry associations, offering opportunities to shape our government relations strategy as we scale.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with government authorities, regulatory agencies, industry associations, and other key stakeholders at federal, state, and municipal levels
• Monitor legislative, regulatory, and public policy developments that may impact the company's business and provide regular updates and analysis to internal teams
• Develop and implement advocacy strategies and action plans to address key regulatory and policy priorities
• Represent the company in industry forums, public hearings, and institutional meetings, positioning our interests effectively and transparently
• Coordinate with internal departments (Legal, Compliance, Regulatory, Operations) to ensure alignment on public affairs strategy and policy positions
• Draft position papers, policy briefs, and communication materials for internal and external audiences
• Support crisis management efforts involving public authorities or policy issues impacting the company
• Contribute to the company's ESG and corporate social responsibility initiatives, ensuring alignment with public policy trends and stakeholder expectations
• Organize events, roundtables, and institutional visits to strengthen relationships with strategic stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, or related field; postgraduate degree in Public Policy, Government Relations, or Regulatory Affairs is a plus
• 8+ years of experience in government relations, institutional affairs, or public policy in regulated sectors (healthcare experience is a strong advantage)
• Solid understanding of the Brazilian legislative process, public policy environment, and key governmental institutions
• Experience in developing and executing advocacy campaigns and stakeholder engagement plans
• Strong analytical skills to monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory developments impacting the business
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders
• Strategic mindset with problem-solving orientation and ability to work under tight deadlines
• Advanced or fluent English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus
• Familiarity with compliance requirements and ethical standards in interactions with public officials