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The Head of Americas Government Affairs and Public Policy is responsible for leading all efforts in the region to shape public policy and manage HP's brand and relationship with policymakers. Leads a large or broad function/department within a multifaceted organization. Responsible for operational success, strategic alignment, and integration of activities with other major organizational functions. Responsible for one or more recognized professional disciplines. Fully accountable for the success of the designated function or department. Influences strategy and sets policy and direction. Owns a significant number of measurable functional, operational and strategic goals or priorities. Assumes responsibility for the successful implementation of business plans in a defined area of responsibility. Contributes to the overall strategic definition of a function with strong business acumen. Acts as a key advisor to executive management in influencing the strategic direction of the business.

Elements of the role include:

• Sets the vision and direction for HP's public policy advocacy objections across the Americas at both a regional and country level.
• Ensures appropriate allocation of talent and other resources to ensure top advocacy priorities are achieved.
• Works closely with market and country MDs, GBU and Supply Chain executives to understand the business growth and location strategy at both a macro and micro level, to identify areas where laws and regulations can be either a risk or an opportunity.
• Ensures the business leaders have a firm understanding of the implications of public policy and political changes and informs business continuity planning and risk mitigation.
• Responsible for representing HP in negotiations for investment incentives, market access, and operational continuity.
• Direct point of contact for senior government officials in the regions.
• Shapes the organization leveraging design thinking principles to deliver a sustainable, consistent employee experience across the function aligned with the HR strategy and employee value proposition.
• Champions a culture and mentality of customer service and operational excellence.

• Lead and direct large, complex government relations projects and programs
• Help analyze proposed legislative actions and determine the potential risk/opportunity impact on the organization
• Represent HP with Members of Congress, the Administration, and other governmental agencies, including maintaining existing relationships and forming strategically important new ones
• Work with trade associations and other third parties to implement our policy priorities
• Day-to-day management of external consultants

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Strategic planning and implementation – develop strategic plan to support the company’s long- and short-term goals. Implement, monitor and adapt the plan as needed including clear goals and other metrics. Strong project management skills are key.
• Policy /Legislative/Regulatory analysis – Stay abreast of current trends and information to anticipate opportunities and risks that emerge. Evaluate pending legislation, policy and regulations; determine impact to HP and help develop the company’s response. Create documents to brief company executives on legislative matters and provide guidance/recommendations as well as to communicate positions externally. Strong writing skills and PowerPoint proficiency are must haves.
• Relationship Building/Management - Foster and build positive relationships with strategically important government officials, opinion leaders, third-party agencies and other external stakeholders; influence public policy, monitor government initiatives and advocate for specific public policies to advance the company’s objectives. Represent the company at government forums and industry group meetings.
• Management – Manage outside consultants and other resources that support the legislative and regulatory agenda to drive strategy, and help with messaging, external outreach and the development of relevant communications tools.

Education and Experience Required:

• Degrees in Political Science, Public Policy/Administration, Law, Business Administration, Communications or other related field
• Minimum 6-10+ years of progressive experience with federal legislation, grassroots advocacy, lobbying, or campaign organizing experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• People and issue management experience with demonstrated skills with risk assessment, setting priorities and negotiating among competing priorities
• Demonstrated leadership/management, strategic planning, negotiation, and influence management skills
• Successful multi-tasker experienced working with tight deadlines and competing demands
• Ability to translate business strategy into product/program strategy
• Proven business liaison capabilities including effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; exceptional listening skills; ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization from senior executives to staff level; strong presentation skills necessary to communicate and influence a wide range of audiences

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