(Senior) Public Affairs Manager Spain - Madrid

<p>We are looking for an experienced public affairs professional who is as excited about the future of urban mobility as we are, and who is keen to make a constructive impact on transport regulation, tech and sustainability policy.</p> <p>Your main responsibilities will be to own and drive our regulatory and public policy  engagement in Spain together with the Operations team, as well as work on central policy and thought leadership projects as a member of the central Public Affairs team. </p> <p>This is an exciting opportunity for anyone looking to grow their career in a fast-paced and fun environment!</p> <p>The position is based in Madrid.</p> <h2>YOUR DAILY ADVENTURES WILL INCLUDE:</h2> <ul> <li>Lead engagement with local, regional and national government and parliament, public officials and third parties with regard to all legislative and regulatory processes for the ride-hailing and urban transportation sector , as well as online platforms, data, tax and sustainability policies.</li> <li>In close collaboration with the Operations team, legal and communications departments, develop the PA strategy that supports our commercial objectives and manages risk</li> <li>Proactively spot opportunities to shape policies and legislation to the advantage of the business</li> <li>Support and advise the business on expansion and launch projects of new services</li> <li>Build constructive relationships with regulators and governments, ensure FREE NOW is recognised as the thought leader on the future of on-demand urban mobility</li> <li>Lead on research and drafting of written submissions to consultations and position papers</li> <li>Provide strategic insight to the business on government policy and trends, developments from political parties, local government, think-tanks, pressure groups and trade unions</li> </ul> <h2><strong>TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU:</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Have a minimum of 5 years of regulatory and public policy experience, preferably in the tech, transport sector and/or working in government. </li> <li>Are experienced in developing creative and effective public policy campaigns that underpin the company’s business objectives </li> <li>Have excellent oral and written communications skills and the ability to adapt the message to political and regulatory audiences</li> <li>Have outstanding organizational abilities, in particular, the capacity to manage several different work streams at one time, proactively drive work programmes forward and coordinate the involvement of relevant stakeholders</li> <li>Have experience with managing sensitive reputational issues and/or crises</li> <li>You are a good fit if you are a strong networker and passionate about mobility policy development. You see the big picture, but also understand issues and dynamics at the local level. You also have creativity on tap and articulate complex issues simply.</li> <li>Languages: Spanish and English are required. Catalan is a plus. </li> </ul> <h2>BENEFITS &amp; PERKS IN A NUTSHELL:</h2> <ul> <li>Fully remote* or hybrid working models</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Free Udemy e-learning access</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Sabbatical &amp; special leave policies</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Subsidised gym membership</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Birthday, 24th + 31st December off</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Partner product discounts</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Mobility Benefits Card</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Personal development budget</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Employee assistance program</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p>Plus more local benefits depending on your work location!</p> <p>*in one of the 10 countries where we have a legal entity: France, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Austria, Italy, England, Ireland, Poland &amp; Greece</p> <h2>DIVERSITY, EQUITY &amp; INCLUSION:</h2> <p>FREE NOW is an equal opportunity employer and we consider qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or age.<br/>We want you to grow and evolve,<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOUL_n8pSGQ"> bring your true self to work</a>.</p> <h2>SEE WHAT OUR AWESOME COLLEAGUES SAY ABOUT US:</h2> <p>                <strong><br/></strong></p>