Head of Public Affairs EMEA （One-year contract）

Treasury Wine Estates; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000

Job description

About us

Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) is one of the world’s leading wine companies. We know that it’s the thinkers, makers and doers who have the most impact as we continue to strive towards being recognised as the world’s most admired premium wine company. We are proud of our portfolio of brands that have tremendous heritage, rich quality and a reputation for excellence across the globe. From the iconic luxury of Penfolds, to the broad appeal of Lindeman’s and newer brands like 19 Crimes, we are committed to creating memorable wine experiences for our consumers.

About the position:

The Head of Public Affairs, EMEA, will lead the development and execution of Treasury Wine Estates’ (TWE) Public Affairs programme across the region. The role will focus on strengthening awareness among key stakeholders, including government bodies, NGOs, and industry leaders, to advance TWE’s reputation as a socially responsible organisation and a leader within the FMCG sector. The position will drive advocacy efforts on public health, advertising, and environmental regulation policies while fostering strong relationships with regional stakeholders.

Strategic Planning and Advocacy

• Drive and implement an EMEA-specific Public Affairs strategy aligned with TWE’s global priorities and regional business objectives.
• Advocate for TWE’s position on public health, advertising, and environmental regulations with policymakers and key stakeholders.
• Monitor and respond to regulatory and legislative developments in the EMEA region to mitigate risks and identify opportunities.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with government officials, NGOs, trade associations, and scientific communities to enhance TWE’s influence and reputation.
• Represent TWE at key industry forums, events, and roundtables to advance strategic goals and foster collaboration.
• Work closely with internal teams, including legal, marketing, and sustainability, to align messaging and advocacy efforts.

About you:

• Demonstrated experience in government relations including established government relationships and networks, and an understanding of government systems and processes across the region, particularly UK and Europe.
• Strong analytical skills and a demonstrated ability to scan the internal and external environment to identify emerging policy issues.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government bodies, NGOs, and scientific experts.
• A collaborative, open-minded, and dynamic professional with a proactive approach to driving change.
• Strong knowledge of public health &/or environmental regulatory frameworks in the EMEA region.

What’s in it for you

• The opportunity to be bold and make an impact in the world of wine.
• Access to the world’s most celebrated wines through our employee product allowance.
• Global opportunities across Australia & New Zealand, the US, Asia, UK/Europe.
• Opportunity to build a career across multiple functions (we’re really good at doing this!).
• Structured development programs to support your health, wellbeing and career.
• 25 Days of Annual Leave, with the opportunity to purchase a further 5 days each year.
• “TWEforME Day” – an additional day of leave each year, for you to do you.
• Life Assurance.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Incentive Program.

Culture

We bring our whole selves, we’re courageous and we deliver together – that’s our DNA. We’re a passionate bunch who enjoy working together, like to have fun and keep things down-to-earth. We’re brave enough and care enough to have the right conversations to get the best outcome and are famous for our can-do attitude. We’re definitely “glass half full” people and see challenges as opportunities and move with pace to achieve our goals.

If you’re ready to help us be the world’s most admired premium wine company, please apply now!

Inclusion and Diversity

Just like the wide range and variety of brands in our wine portfolio, TWE embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or on the basis of disability. If you require any assistance to be included in our process, please contact [e-mail], quoting the job title and reference number.

In line with the Immigration, Nationality and Asylum Act, all applicants will be expected to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK if invited to interview.

How to apply

We do move quickly at TWE and continually review applications, so if you don’t want to miss out, apply today.