Head of Public Affairs

About the Role: 

We are seeking a Head of Public Affairs to lead Outokumpu’s public affairs strategy and advocacy efforts, with a focus on trade and climate policy. This newly established role offers a unique opportunity to influence public policy and drive competitive advantage through our leadership in low-emission stainless steel. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Government Relations & Advocacy: 
  Lead efforts to impact public policy, engage with regulators, and advocate for the interests of Outokumpu and the wider industry.  
• Stakeholder Engagement: 
  Build and maintain strategic relationships with policymakers, industry groups, and stakeholders. Actively build and strengthen the organization's reputation while proactively addressing potential political risks.
• Strategic Political Insights: 
  Monitor political developments, analyse their implications for the business, and provide actionable insights to senior leadership. 
• Leadership in Policy Innovation: 
  Collaborate across departments to influence policies that reinforce Outokumpu’s leadership in low-emission stainless steel and sustainability initiatives. 

What We’re Looking For: 

• A strategic advisor with 10+ years of experience in driving public affairs initiatives in a European political landscape.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with established networks in EU’s political circles.
• Efficient collaborator with key internal stakeholders in, for example, sustainability, communications, legal, strategy, and communications teams, as well as senior management.
• Ability to spend approximately 50% of their time in Brussels, with frequent travel to our headquarters in Helsinki, and our other locations.   
• Proven ability to engage with leadership and influence decision-making in a heavily regulated industry.  
• A degree in political science, communication, business, law or a related field. Exceptional proficiency in professional English.
• Considered advantageous: prior experience in the steel or related industries, familiarity with the Finnish political landscape, and proficiency in additional European languages such as French and German. 

Why This Role Matters: 

The Head of Public Affairs is crucial to Outokumpu’s mission of leading the industry towards a sustainable future. In this role, you’ll not only shape our competitive edge but also help redefine the role of stainless steel in a greener world. 

Ready to Join the Industrial Evolution? 

Join Outokumpu and take your career to new heights while driving meaningful change in an industry critical to the planet’s future. 

Apply Now to be part of a global leader committed to innovation, sustainability, and growth. 

Application Deadline: 10th of December 2024 

Location: Brussels, Belgium, and/or our headquarters in Helsinki, Finland.

For more information, please contact Päivi Allenius, SVP, Brand & Communications, at +358 40 753 7374 during the following times:

• November 29, 13:00–14:00 EET
• December 4, 09:00–10:00 EET
• December 9, 09:00–10:00 EET.