Overview
We’re looking for a Corporate Affairs Manager to lead PepsiCo’s engagement with EU institutions and Brussels-based stakeholders. You’ll help shape policy on key issues such as sustainability, agriculture, and transport, supporting our business objectives while driving positive societal impact across the European Union.
Responsibilities
1. Monitor legislative and policy developments in Brussels and Strasbourg that could impact PepsiCo’s business across the EU, with a particular focus on Agriculture, Climate, Energy, Water, Transport.
2. Develop and implement issue management and advocacy strategies in collaboration with the EU Corporate Affairs VP and internal stakeholders.
3. Play an active and influential role within relevant EU trade associations, ensuring alignment with PepsiCo’s priorities.
4. Maintain strong relationships with industry peers and partners, and ensure trade associations deliver against PepsiCo’s goals.
5. Build and sustain close relationships with key decision-makers in Brussels and Strasbourg through effective stakeholder outreach.
6. Develop personal networks with NGOs, policymakers, and officials to strengthen PepsiCo’s advocacy efforts.
7. Collaborate with external agencies, consultants, and internal subject-matter experts to develop advocacy materials and outreach content.
8. Provide strategic support across functions—including Public Policy and Government Affairs, Communications, Sustainability, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, and Procurement—when EU-level engagement is required.
9. Advise the global Corporate Affairs team on EU policy trends and contribute to the development of policy positions and advocacy strategies.
10. Lead efforts to enhance PepsiCo’s corporate reputation in the EU by innovating new stakeholder communication approaches.
This role works closely with:
11. Global Corporate Affairs teams (Purchase and, particularly in public policy and government affairs.
12. EMEA Corporate Affairs and Communications teams.
13. Scientific & Regulatory Affairs.
14. Regional business leaders and functional teams.
15. Global and regional Sustainability Offices.
Qualifications
16. Based in Brussels.
17. Deep understanding of EU decision-making processes and key influencers relevant to PepsiCo’s business.
18. Demonstrated experience in issues management and dynamic public affairs environments.
19. Proven ability to influence and build strong networks internally and externally.
20. Strategic and innovative thinker with a hands-on approach to delivering Corporate Affairs strategies that support business outcomes.