Alibaba International-Senior Manager, International Government Affairs-Rome,Italy

The Senior Manager for Government Affairs will report directly to the Head of Alibaba International Government Affairs and will be based in Rome. The successful candidate will manage all regulatory, government, and political matters at the Italian and Balkian national and regional levels in areas of relevance to Alibaba. S/He will strategically manage Alibaba’s legislative and regulatory advocacy initiatives across a range of risk environments in the region, with a specific focus on regulation in the area of digital services, product safety, consumer protection, customs, tax data, and competition issues. This role will also include day-to-day engagement with external resources, such as consultancies and trade associations, as well as any relevant third-party relationships. It is important that s/he be able to anticipate risks and opportunities, advise on engagement strategies, and advocate on behalf of Alibaba.

In addition, the Senior Manager for Government Affairs will:

1. Work within the IGA team to develop and execute a government affairs program for Alibaba in the region which advances its business growth, legislative and regulatory goals, and political objectives.
2. Translate business goals into results through the development and execution of effective lobbying strategies, political relationship development, and management of contract lobbyists in key jurisdictions.
3. Engage industry and government forums.
4. Establish solid working relationships with colleagues at headquarters and work closely with colleagues internationally to develop and implement industry and government outreach.
5. Provide senior executives and colleagues with strategic advice and insightful perspectives concerning government actions and politics regarding the industry and Alibaba in particular.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will have at least 10 years of progressively more responsible professional experience. The candidate will possess a background in government affairs and will have spent some time working for a publicly listed company in the digital space. S/He will have a successful track record managing high-level relationships and executing innovative government affairs initiatives to achieve corporate business objectives on both the regulatory and client development fronts.

Specific qualifications include:

1. Strong cultural adaptability and keen learning capacity.
2. Strong decision-making and strategic thinking skills; ability to quickly grasp, address, prioritize, and anticipate emerging issues.
3. Solid relationships and a thorough understanding of key parliamentary and regulatory processes.
4. Strong executive presence with excellent oral and written communication skills.
5. A collaborative style with an ability to work cross-functionally with subject matter experts, senior leaders, and key stakeholders.
6. A track record of strong, demonstrated results in both political and corporate environments.
7. Ability to evaluate competing interests of industry players and develop successful strategies.
8. Must demonstrate a sense of urgency with the ability to maintain a clear head in stressful situations.
9. Ability to effectively manage multiple ongoing projects at once while appropriately allocating time and resources.

EDUCATION

An undergraduate degree is required. An advanced degree in a relevant field, including law, political science, economics, and EU affairs is preferred.

COMPENSATION

A competitive compensation package will be provided to attract outstanding candidates.