Senior Manager, Public Policy, EMEA – EU Policy Strategist
2 weeks ago
About Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers is a leading provider of data center solutions, committed to delivering high-quality services to its customers. We are dedicated to creating a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect, and acceptance, where diversity is celebrated and valued.
Position Overview
In this newly created role, the Senior Manager, Public Policy, EMEA – EU Policy Strategist will be responsible for developing, implementing, and reporting on the company's public affairs program at the European Union (EU) level and on regulatory topics that impact the business across major markets. The Senior Manager will partner with various internal stakeholders to determine Vantage's priorities and positions on programme-level policy topics, including energy efficiency, carbon accounting, and waste heat; planning and permitting policy; energy policy; and technology-related policy.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of a strategic public policy engagement plan to drive forward business objectives at the EU level.
- Support regional public policy team members in developing and implementing policy messaging and engagement plans on programme-level policy topics around ESG, energy policy, and technology policies at member state level.
- Research, identify, track, and report on current and emerging policy issues at EU level that are relevant to the data center sector and Vantage's business strategies.
- Lead and/or contribute to the public policy efforts in cross-functional programme-level initiatives in partnership with teams like operational compliance, sustainability, energy, design and engineering, legal, and/or corporate compliance.
- Support the development and execution of any multi-market policy advocacy strategies in response to transposition of EU directives.
- Oversee third-party public affairs agencies and industry associations supporting EU and programme-level efforts.
- Build and manage relationships with public affairs counterparts in the industry and with Vantage customers.
- Support early market intelligence gathering, risk analyses, and early stakeholder engagement in select EU countries; in partnership with Site Selection, Market Development, and New Site Development teams.
Requirements
- At least 5 years' hands-on experience at EU level in public policy, government relations, civil service, policy advisory, or similar is required.
- A strong understanding of the policy environment and mechanisms at EU level, with hands-on experience navigating and shaping policy within this context.
- A strong network with relevant EU stakeholders and organizations (e.g. DG ENER) is preferred.
- Experience developing and implementing lobbying strategies at EU level.
- Experience in energy-, technology-, and/or data center-related fields is strongly preferred. Experience working on policy topics around artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and resiliency, energy efficiency and net zero, and/or infrastructure development is welcome.
- Graduate or post-graduate studies in public, energy, or international law is strongly preferred. A degree in political science, economics, international relations, public policy, humanities, behavioral sciences, or similar is otherwise required.
- Experience managing third-party public affairs agencies a plus.
- Advanced political acumen and the ability to connect with stakeholders from all backgrounds.
- A creative and strategic thinker with the ability to understand complex issues and identify clear and effective action plans to resolve them.
- An affinity for project management, strong prioritization skills, and the ability to objectively assess business risk and opportunity stemming from the policy environment.
- Empathetic and strong stakeholder engagement skills required.
- Strong written and verbal communication to internal and external audiences, including senior government officials and company executives.
- Business-fluency in English is mandatory. Fluency in another European language, particularly French, German, and/or Italian, is a strong plus.
- A team player that is comfortable working in a matrixed organization and driving forward business value creation.
- Some travel is required. Travel may include visits to other Vantage offices, capital cities, industry association meetings, and conferences.
About Vantage Data Centers
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations. We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance, building each other up and supporting one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do.
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